Natalie Faybisovich, Marisa Milton and Megan Lucey
HIV/AIDs stigma leads to barriers when seeking care. A case study and a literature review were conducted to determine best practices and barriers to providing compassionate care to this population. Best practices and barriers identified include providing appropriate symptom management and communication while recognizing discrimination. Understanding barriers and using best practices enables nurses to provide quality care. Nurses can help persons experiencing HIV/AIDS feel more comfortable, allowing them to receive quality end-of-life care.