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CHOICE Review

This 14-chapter book contains current and essential information related to the person with AIDS. The majority of the contributing authors have cared for AIDS clients in a variety of settings; they briefly discuss epidemiology, prevention, infection control, and psychosocial considerations. Chapters specifically directed at nurses focus on patient and family needs during the acute, nonacute, and terminal phases of care, special considerations for the child with AIDS, establishing a therapeutic environment, and discharge planning. More general topics such as the history of AIDS, ethical dimensions, social/political responses, and future directions are also covered. This concise resource for health professionals contains current information on a variety of AIDS-related topics; however, it will need to be continually updated as new information emerges. Academic and health sciences collections.-A. Woodtli, University of Arizona