HIV & AIDS Flashcards

(11 cards)

1
Q

What type of virus is HIV?

A

Retro Virus

HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus.

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What is the incubation period for HIV?

A

2 months - 30 years and more

This refers to the time from infection to the onset of symptoms.

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3
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What are the modes of transmission for HIV?

A

Sex and Blood

HIV can be transmitted through unprotected sexual contact and sharing needles.

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4
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What symptom may indicate HIV infection and persists for more than a month?

A

On and Off Fever > 1 month
On and Off Diarrhea > 1 Month
Significant weight loss

Chronic diarrhea can be a symptom of HIV infection.

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5
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What significant health issue is associated with HIV?

A

Significant Weight Loss

Weight loss can occur due to the effects of HIV on the body.

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What is a common diagnostic test for HIV?

A

Western Blot

The Western Blot test is used to confirm the presence of HIV antibodies.

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What is a method of prevention for HIV?

A

Safe sex
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)

PrEP involves taking medication to reduce the risk of HIV infection.

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What type of support is crucial in nursing management for HIV patients?

A

Psychological Support

Emotional and psychological support is important for patients living with HIV.

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9
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What class of drugs does Abacavir belong to?

A

Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors

Abacavir is used in the treatment of HIV.

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10
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What is an example of a Protease Inhibitor used in HIV treatment?

A

Indinavir

Indinavir is one of the drugs used to treat HIV infection.

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11
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Screening test for HIV & AIDS:
Confirmatory test for HIV & AIDS:

A

ELISA test
WESTERN BLOT test

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