Gloria, a 27-year-old G1P0, on her 20th week gestation, was known to be HIV positive one year prior to this pregnancy. On prenatal checkup the nurse should emphasize which of the following about the prevention of vertical (mother to infant) transmission of HIV infection to the patient?

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Gloria, a 27-year-old G1P0, on her 20th week gestation, was known to be HIV positive one year prior to this pregnancy. On prenatal checkup the nurse should emphasize which of the following about the prevention of vertical (mother to infant) transmission of HIV infection to the patient?

  1. Antiretroviral therapy
  2. Cesarean delivery
  3. Antiretroviral therapy and cesarean section
  4. Antiretroviral therapy and vaginal delivery
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