HIV

Question 1

What type of pathogen causes HIV/AIDS?

Answer 1

Virus

Question 2

What does HIV stand for?

Answer 2

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Question 3

What does AIDS stand for?

Answer 3

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome

Question 4

What is the main genetic material found in HIV?

Answer 4

Single-stranded RNA

Question 5

Which type of cell does HIV primarily attack in the human body?

Answer 5

White blood cells

Question 6

What is the main function of the HIV capsid?

Answer 6

It protects the viral RNA and enzymes inside the virus particle

Question 7

List three early symptoms of HIV infection.

Answer 7

• Fever
• Sore throat
  Headache

Question 8

Name two symptoms that can occur in late-stage HIV (AIDS).

Answer 8

• Rapid weight loss
• Recurring fever or night sweats

Question 9

How is HIV most commonly transmitted?

Answer 9

Through unprotected sexual contact, sharing needles, or from mother to child during birth or breastfeeding

Question 10

Can HIV be transmitted through casual contact like hugging or sharing utensils?

Answer 10

No

Question 11

What is the main treatment for HIV infection?

Answer 11

Antiretroviral therapy (ART)

Question 12

How does antiretroviral therapy (ART) help people with HIV?

Answer 12

It suppresses the virus, preserves immune function, and reduces the risk of transmission and illness

Question 13

Name one way to reduce the risk of HIV transmission during sex.

Answer 13

Use condoms consistently and correctly

Question 14

Why is it important for people with HIV to take their medication as prescribed?

Answer 14

To keep the virus suppressed, prevent resistance, and stay healthy

Question 15

Is there a cure for HIV or AIDS?

Answer 15

No, there is no cure, but treatment can control the virus

Question 16

Name one method to prevent HIV transmission from mother to child.

Answer 16

Providing ART to the mother during pregnancy and to the baby after birth