HIV prevention Flashcards
1
Q
What are the different methods of HIV prevention?
A
Condoms PEP PrEP Abstinence PEPSE Circumcision Reducing partner change
2
Q
When should you give PEPSE to patients?
A
anyone who has had unprotected sexual contact/condom failure with a high risk source within last 72h
3
Q
Who is considered a high risk source for HIV?
A
Known HIV positive MSM Countries with high rates IVDU Sex workers
4
Q
How do you prevent mother-to-child transmission of HIV?
A
Suppress mum’s viral load with HAART
Consider mode of delivery:
vaginal if low viral load
CS if high viral load
Neonatal PEP
Avoid breastfeeding
