The aim of this phenomenological study was to explore and describe patients with HIV/AIDS experiences with nausea as it affects their abilities to take medications, to eat, and to engage in life activities. Forty-five men and 21 women with a mean age of 42.33 years (SD = 8.44 years) participated in the study. Data were analyzed using Colaizzi's phenomenological method. Five themes emerged: (a) daily anticipation, (b) sensory invasion, (c) emotional medley, (d) stigma and secrecy, and (e) searching for solutions. Recommendations for staff development educators on the basis of partnerships with academia are presented.

took a study of 2600 seafarers working with Belgian shipping companies. Of 336 screening tests, 15 (4-5%) yielded a positive result. This is extremely high, the average prevalence of HIV infection among Belgians being 0062%.3 Thus, like prisoners, seafarers require management, treatment, education, and information is tailored to their circumstances. They need to be targeted as they pose complex logistical problems with regard to decreasing their risk.