A holistic look at the human immunodeficiency virus pandemic
- 1 October 1995
- journal article
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Holistic Nursing Practice
- Vol. 10 (1) , 1-9
- https://doi.org/10.1097/00004650-199510000-00003
Abstract
The worldwide event commonly referred to as the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) epidemic is actually a global pandemic, and one of human immunodeficiency virus infection, not just the terminal stage of that infection known as AIDS. The article identifies how a holistic perspective on the epidemic itself, on persons in the community, and on nursing practice can assist the profession in developing an effective response. Issues of care for those infected and prevention of additional cases are discussed.Keywords
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