A pregnant woman at 28 weeks gestation finds out that she is infected with human immunodeficiency virus. The nurse informs the mother that which of the following does not put the baby at risk for HIV infection?

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HIV is transmitted by direct contact to contaminated bodily fluids, including vaginal secretions, blood, IV substance abuse, and breast milk. Changing diapers does not transmit the virus.

A Pregnant Woman at 28 Weeks Gestation Finds Out That