Human Immunodeficiency Virus Preexposure Prophylaxis: A Quick Guide for Primary Care Practice

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is when HIV-negative persons use antiretroviral medication to prevent HIV acquisition. It is up to 96% efficacious. Patients at risk for HIV warrant PrEP, and contraindications include being HIV positive and an estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR)

Source: The Journal for Nurse Practitioners - July 7, 2019 Category: Nursing Authors: Patrick O ’Byrne Tags: Featured Article Source Type: research