A pregnant woman is HIV-positive.She is asking about ways to decrease the risk of vertical transmission to her baby.Which option given by the nurse would confer the least risk to the baby?

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Women with HIV should be counseled that the risk of vertical transmission (mother to child)is 25% without antiretroviral medication.With ZDV,the rate is 5 to 8%.When both options are combined,the risk drops to around 2%,so this is the best option.

A Pregnant Woman Is HIV-Positive