STEP 2: HIV

Question 1

HIV+ pt presenting with odynphadia (severe pain w/swallowing), NO dysphagi, and no thrush

Answer 1

Viral esophagitis, especially seen with CD4 under 100

Question 2

Recent diffuse scaly rash, posterior uveitis, and a hx of a previous STI should raise concern for….

Answer 2

Question 3

What does an acute HIV infection look like?

Answer 3

2-4 weeks after transmission, mono like symptoms, oral ulcers and general rash present

Question 4

What is considered high risk contact occupational HIV exposure?

Answer 4

Exposure to the mucous membranes, nonintact skin, percutaneous exposure

Question 5

HIV+ blood contact on intact skin is high or low risk occupational contact?

Answer 5

Low