HIV LAW

Question 1

What does AIDS stand for?

Answer 1

Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome

AIDS is caused by HIV and weakens the body’s immune system.

Question 2

Define Anonymous Testing.

Answer 2

An HIV testing procedure where the individual’s identity is not revealed, using an identifying number or symbol instead

This allows for confidentiality while matching test results.

Question 3

What is Compulsory HIV Testing?

Answer 3

HIV testing imposed on a person without proper consent, often involving intimidation or physical force

This raises ethical concerns regarding consent.

Question 4

What is Contact Tracing?

Answer 4

The method of finding and counseling sexual partners of a person diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease

Essential for preventing further transmission.

Question 5

What does HIV stand for?

Answer 5

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

This virus causes AIDS.

Question 6

What is HIV/AIDS Monitoring?

Answer 6

The documentation and analysis of the number of HIV/AIDS infections and their spread patterns

Important for public health strategies.

Question 7

Define HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control.

Answer 7

Measures aimed at protecting non-infected individuals from contracting HIV and minimizing the impact on those living with HIV

Includes education and health services.

Question 8

What does it mean to be HIV-positive?

Answer 8

The presence of HIV infection as indicated by HIV or HIV antibodies in a test sample

Indicates an individual is infected.

Question 9

What does HIV-negative mean?

Answer 9

The absence of HIV or HIV antibodies upon testing

Indicates that the individual is not infected.

Question 10

What is the purpose of HIV Testing?

Answer 10

To determine the presence or absence of HIV infection in an individual

Crucial for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 11

Define HIV Transmission.

Answer 11

The transfer of HIV from an infected person to an uninfected individual, commonly through

• sexual intercourse
• blood transfusion
• sharing intravenous needles
• during pregnancy

Understanding transmission routes is vital for prevention.

Question 12

What is High-Risk Behavior?

Answer 12

Frequent involvement in activities that increase the risk of transmitting or acquiring HIV

Important to identify for prevention strategies.

Question 13

What is Informed Consent?

Answer 13

The voluntary agreement of a person to undergo a procedure based on full information

Can be expressed in writing, verbally, or indirectly.

Question 14

What is Medical Confidentiality?

Answer 14

The trust relationship between a patient and healthcare providers regarding personal health information

Essential for patient privacy.

Question 15

Who is considered a Person with HIV?

Answer 15

An individual whose HIV test indicates they are infected with HIV

This includes both direct and indirect indications.

Question 16

What is Pre-Test Counseling?

Answer 16

Providing information on HIV/AIDS and emotional support before undergoing testing

Helps prepare the individual for the testing process.

Question 17

What does Post-Test Counseling involve?

Answer 17

Providing risk-reduction information and emotional support when test results are released

Important for individuals’ mental health after receiving results.

Question 18

Define Prophylactic.

Answer 18

Any agent or device used to prevent the transmission of a disease

Examples include condoms and certain medications.

Question 19

What are Sexually Transmitted Diseases?

Answer 19

Diseases that may be acquired or passed on through sexual contact

Includes a range of infections beyond HIV.

Question 20

What is Voluntary HIV Testing?

Answer 20

HIV testing done willingly after pre-test counseling

Ensures informed consent is obtained.

Question 21

What is the Window Period?

Answer 21

The period during which an infected individual may test negative for HIV but can still transmit the infection

Typically lasts from two weeks to six months.