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The:HIV test. [videorecording]

[United States] : James Przeslawski, c1992 1 videocassette (15 min.) : sd., col. ; 1/2 in. + 1 guide Unique Identifier : AIDSLINE AV/9300205A
Erichson M; Przeslawski J

Abstract: (Producer) This program deals with the issues of who should be tested for HIV, why a person should be tested for HIV, and what the meanings of positive and negative results are. The program also deals with the importance of modifying behavior following a positive test. Elements such as good nutrition and hygiene practices as well as avoiding risk behaviors and recreational drug use are discussed. The program stresses the need for counseling prior and following the HIV test.
Keywords: HIV Seropositivity/*DIAGNOSIS MONOGRAPHKWDhivseropositivity/KWDdiagnosismonograph
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