Question

1. true or false: counseling is not necessary or helpful after a negative human immunodeficiency virus (hiv) test.

true
false

1. post - exposure prophylaxis (pep) should be started as soon as possible after exposure to human immunodeficiency

how many days does a person have, after exposure, to begin pep?
3 days
5 days
7 days
10 days

Explanation:

1. Counseling after a negative HIV test can provide emotional support, clarify test - related doubts, and offer risk - reduction education, so it is helpful.
2. Post - exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV should be started as soon as possible after exposure, preferably within 72 hours (3 days).

Answer:

1. False
2. 3 days