HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS INFECTION QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A++
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HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS INFECTION QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A++
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
is an infection that targets the immune system, leading to AIDS in its advanced stage
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
the virus weakens white blood cells, making the body more suscept...
human immunodeficiency virus infection questions a
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HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS INFECTION
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A++
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
is an infection that targets the immune system, leading to AIDS in its advanced stage
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
the virus weakens white blood cells, making the body more susceptible to illnesses like
tuberculosis, infections, and certain cancers.
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
Spread through infected bodily fluids such as blood, breast milk, semen, and vaginal
fluids; not transmitted through hugs, kisses, or sharing food. Transmission can occur
from a mother to her baby.
sexual
parenteral
perinatal
Infection with HIV occurs through three primary modes:
Sexual intercourse
_______________, primarily anal and vaginal intercourse, is the most common vehicle
for HIV transmission
Condom
__________ use reduces the risk of transmission by -20 fold
parenteral transmissions of HIV
, The use of contaminated needles or other injection-related paraphernalia by drug
abusers has been the main cause of _______________
percutaneous needlestick injury
Healthcare workers have a small risk of occupationally acquiring HIV, mostly through
accidental injury, most often ____________
Perinatal infection
___________, or vertical transmission, is the most common cause of pediatric HIV-
infection. The risk of mother-to-child transmission is 25 % in the absence of breast-
feeding or antiretroviral therapy
Nutrition and Diet
Exercise
Abstain from sexual activity
Screening donated blood for HIV
Testing pregnant women to determine whether they are infected with HIV
using formula instead of breastfeeding (HIV can be transmitted in breast milk)
Use condoms every time you have sex
Never share needles or syringes
Non-pharmacologic treatment for HIV infection
Antiretroviral agents
Inhibiting viral replication with a combination of potent antiretroviral therapy can be the
most clinically successful strategy in the treatment of HIV infections.
Fusion inhibitors
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