Human Immunodeficiency Virus Pharmacology

Question 4

What does HIV stand for?

Answer 4

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Question 5

True or False: HIV can be transmitted through casual contact.

Answer 5

False

Question 6

What is the first stage of HIV infection called?

Answer 6

Acute HIV Infection

Question 7

Fill in the blank: The primary cells targeted by HIV are _______.

Answer 7

CD4 T cells

Question 8

What is the typical duration of the acute HIV infection stage?

Answer 8

2 to 4 weeks

Question 9

True or False: Most people experience flu-like symptoms during the acute stage of HIV.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

What stage follows acute HIV infection?

Answer 10

Chronic HIV Infection

Question 11

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of chronic HIV infection?

Answer 11

Viral load is stable but can fluctuate.

Question 12

What can happen if chronic HIV infection is left untreated?

Answer 12

It can progress to AIDS.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: The stage of HIV infection where the immune system is severely damaged is called _______.

Answer 13

AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)

Question 14

What is the primary method of diagnosing HIV infection?

Answer 14

HIV antibody tests

Question 15

True or False: HIV can be cured with antibiotics.

Answer 15

False

Question 16

What is the significance of a CD4 count below 200 cells/mm³?

Answer 16

It indicates that a person has AIDS.

Question 17

Multiple choice: Which of the following treatments is commonly used for HIV?

Answer 17

Antiretroviral therapy (ART)

Question 18

What is the goal of antiretroviral therapy?

Answer 18

To reduce the viral load to undetectable levels.

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The risk of transmission of HIV is highest during the _______ stage.

Answer 19

acute

Question 20

What is the role of PrEP in HIV prevention?

Answer 20

It is a preventive medication for high-risk individuals.

Question 21

True or False: Regular medical check-ups are important for managing HIV.

Answer 21

True

Question 22

What does the term ‘viral load’ refer to?

Answer 22

The amount of HIV in the blood.

Question 23

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a symptom of AIDS?

Answer 23

High blood pressure

Question 24

What is the long-term consequence of untreated HIV infection?

Answer 24

Progression to AIDS and increased risk of opportunistic infections.

Question 25

Fill in the blank: HIV primarily attacks the _______ system.

Answer 25

immune

Question 26

What is the average time from HIV infection to AIDS without treatment?

Answer 26

10 to 15 years

Question 27

True or False: Individuals with HIV can live long and healthy lives with proper treatment.

Answer 27

True

Question 28

What is the purpose of routine viral load testing in HIV management?

Answer 28

To monitor the effectiveness of treatment.

Question 29

Fill in the blank: The presence of opportunistic infections is a key indicator of _______.

Answer 29

AIDS

Question 30

What is the relationship between HIV and STIs?

Answer 30

Having an STI increases the risk of HIV transmission.

Question 31

True or False: HIV can be transmitted through blood transfusions if the blood is screened.

Answer 31

False