Lesson 1 Flashcards
What does HIV stand for?
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
True or False: HIV can be transmitted through casual contact.
False
Fill in the blank: HIV primarily attacks the ______ cells in the immune system.
CD4 T
What is the main mode of transmission for HIV?
Through blood, semen, vaginal fluids, rectal fluids, and breast milk
What is the difference between HIV and AIDS?
HIV is the virus that can lead to AIDS, which is the advanced stage of HIV infection.
Multiple Choice: What is the most effective method to prevent HIV transmission?
Using condoms correctly and consistently
What is the purpose of antiretroviral therapy (ART)?
To reduce the viral load of HIV in a person’s body
True or False: A person with HIV can live a normal lifespan with proper treatment.
True
What does the term ‘viral load’ refer to?
The amount of HIV in the blood
Fill in the blank: The primary test used to diagnose HIV is the ______ test.
antibody
What are opportunistic infections?
Infections that occur more frequently in individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a way HIV can be transmitted?
Sharing food or drinks
What is PrEP?
Pre-exposure prophylaxis, a medication taken to prevent HIV infection.
True or False: All individuals with HIV will develop AIDS if left untreated.
True
What is the role of the CD4 T cell?
To help coordinate the immune response.
Fill in the blank: HIV can remain dormant in the body for years before symptoms appear, a phase known as ______.
asymptomatic
What is the main goal of HIV treatment?
To maintain a low viral load and prevent disease progression.
Multiple Choice: Which population is at higher risk for HIV infection?
Men who have sex with men
What is the significance of an undetectable viral load?
It means the virus is not transmittable to sexual partners (U=U).
True or False: HIV can be cured.
False
What is the window period in HIV testing?
The time after infection when the virus is not yet detectable by tests.
Fill in the blank: Needle sharing among drug users is a common route of HIV ______.
transmission
What is the significance of the term ‘post-exposure prophylaxis’ (PEP)?
It refers to taking antiretroviral medicines after potential exposure to HIV to prevent infection.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common symptom of HIV infection?
Fever
What are the key components of effective HIV prevention strategies?
Education, condom use, regular testing, and access to PrEP.
