HIV/AIDS

how is HIV transmitted?

most effiecently through blood and contact with delicate mucosal tissue susceptible to cuts and tears

you should test blood for antibodies after

6 weeks from exposure

HIV weakens the what

body’s immune system by attacking CD4 T cells, which are crucial for immune function.

what are the most common early systems for HIV

flu like illness

fever & sweats

headache

tiredness

large lymph nodes or swollen glads

etc

phases of intense life-threatening illness followed by phases in which they ____ _____

function normally

what are the three main things that HIV affects functionally

employment

income

housing

t/f: mild and serious mental health problems don’t exist if you have HIV

False

t/f: there in no cure or vaccine for HIV

true

can you contract HIV from patients

Yes, although it is very rare for healthcare providers to contract HIV through patient contact or accidental needle sticks

.3% of HIV contractions occur this way

needle stick

.1% of HIV contractions occur this way

exposure to infected blood to eyes, nose or mouth

.1% of HIV contractions occur this way

exposure to non-intact skin

2 main ways that HIV can be prevented is by

not sharing needles and having protected sex

Proper use of protective barriers must be taken when helping someone with HIV including,

wear and change gloves

do not wash or decontaminate disposable gloves

gowns, aprons, lab coats

cap and show covers