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HIV and Home Health Care: Challenges Faced Treating the Stigmatized Patient

Maryann Collins

Standards of care for home health were established on the premise of traditional medical models. However, since the arrival of HIV/AIDS in the United States during the 1980s, modernized treatment models have challenged home health standards. In this article, several challenges are highlighted to help health care practitioners become better aware of psychosocial issues that may arise when treating patients with HIV/AIDS. Social stigmatization and the family redefinition are discussed and practical recommendations are provided to help develop culturally competent treatment plans.

Key Words: cultural competence • HIV/AIDS, psychosocial issues • redefining family • social stigmatization, standards of care • treatment plan development

Home Health Care Management & Practice, Vol. 12, No. 5, 7-15 (2000)
DOI: 10.1177/108482230001200507


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