Lesson 2 Flashcards
What does HIV stand for?
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
True or False: Antiretroviral therapy (ART) is the primary treatment for HIV.
True
What are the main classes of antiretroviral drugs used in HIV treatment?
NRTIs, NNRTIs, PIs, Integrase inhibitors, and Entry inhibitors
Fill in the blank: The first line of treatment for HIV typically includes a combination of __________.
antiretroviral drugs
What is the purpose of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in HIV treatment?
To prevent HIV infection in high-risk individuals
Name one side effect commonly associated with NRTIs.
Lactic acidosis or lipodystrophy
What does the term ‘viral load’ refer to in HIV treatment?
The amount of HIV in the bloodstream
True or False: A person with an undetectable viral load cannot transmit HIV to others.
True
What is the goal of antiretroviral therapy?
To reduce the viral load to undetectable levels
Multiple choice: Which class of drugs includes medications like efavirenz and rilpivirine? A) NRTIs B) NNRTIs C) PIs
B) NNRTIs
What is the recommended duration for HIV treatment adherence to achieve viral suppression?
Lifelong
Fill in the blank: The second line of treatment for HIV is typically used when the first line fails due to __________.
drug resistance
What are integrase inhibitors used for in HIV treatment?
To block the integration of viral DNA into the host genome
True or False: HIV treatment can cure the infection.
False
What does ART stand for?
Antiretroviral Therapy
Name one factor that can influence the choice of treatment regimen for an HIV patient.
Drug resistance, side effects, or comorbidities
What is the significance of routine viral load monitoring in HIV treatment?
To assess treatment efficacy and adjust therapy if needed
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a class of antiretroviral drugs? A) NRTIs B) NNRTIs C) Antibiotics
C) Antibiotics
Fill in the blank: The term __________ refers to the practice of taking HIV medications consistently and correctly.
adherence
What is the role of entry inhibitors in HIV treatment?
To block the virus from entering human cells
True or False: Combination therapy is more effective than monotherapy in treating HIV.
True
What does the term ‘drug resistance’ mean in the context of HIV treatment?
When the virus mutates and becomes less susceptible to the effects of medications
What is the common name for the treatment regimen that includes two NRTIs and one other class of drug?
3-drug combination therapy
What is the purpose of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)?
To prevent HIV infection after potential exposure
Fill in the blank: Patients with HIV should be monitored for __________ to ensure the treatment remains effective.
viral load and CD4 counts
What is the significance of CD4 T-cell counts in HIV treatment?
They help assess the immune system health and guide treatment decisions
