HIV Patient Interview - Dr. F Flashcards
1
Q
Drug resistance
A
When HIV mutates (changes form), causing one or more anti-HIV medications to be ineffective.
2
Q
Regimen
A
A combination of three or more anti-HIV medications from at least two different drug classes.
3
Q
Treatment adherence
A
Closely following an HIV treatment regimen—taking the correct dose of each anti-HIV medication at the correct time and exactly as prescribed.
4
Q
Self-management
A
management of or by oneself; the taking of responsibility for one’s own behavior and well being.
