HIV / AIDS

Question 1

HIV

Answer 1

retrovirus transmitted by direct contact with infected blood / body fluids

Question 2

Viremia

Answer 2

reflection of viral load, greater viral load the greater risk for infection

Question 3

HIV initial symptoms

Answer 3

take days - weeks to develop
-usually have a asymptomatic period
-asymptomatic period can last up to 8-10 yrs.

Question 4

HIV s/s

Answer 4

-fatigue
-weakness
-night sweats
-n/v
-dysphagia
-forgetfulness
-SOB
-HA
-diarrhea
-involuntary weight loss
-fever
-oral lesions
-lymphadenopathy