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Voluntary HIV Counseling and Testing: Knowledge and Practices in a Rural South African Village

Gladys Mabunda, PhD, MSN, APRN, BC

Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville

The purpose of the study was to identify themes related to voluntary counseling and testing services in a rural South African village. Qualitative research methods using grounded theory approach were used. Data were collected from 20 informants. Participants demonstrated knowledge of the availability of voluntary HIV counseling and testing services in the area; however participants did not utilize the services unless they had signs and symptoms suggesting possible HIV infection. Health providers have a responsibility to ensure that individuals get tested before they are infected so as to educate them about ways to protect themselves against HIV infection.

Key Words: HIV/AIDS • South Africa • voluntary counseling and testing (VCT) • knowledge

Journal of Transcultural Nursing, Vol. 17, No. 1, 23-29 (2006)
DOI: 10.1177/1043659605281978
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