R.A 8504 Flashcards
A condition caused by HIV that weakens the immune system, making the individual susceptible to life-threatening infections.
AIDS
HIV testing without revealing the true identity, using an identifying number or symbol.
Anonymous Testing
HIV testing imposed without proper consent or through force or intimidation.
Compulsory HIV Testing
Identifying and counseling sexual partners of individuals diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease.
Contact Tracing
Virus causing AIDS.
HIV
Documenting and analyzing HIV/AIDS infections and spread patterns.
HIV/AIDS Monitoring
Measures to protect non-infected individuals and minimize the impact on those living with HIV.
HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control
Presence of HIV infection indicated by test results.
HIV-positive
Absence of HIV infection upon testing.
HIV-negative
Laboratory procedure to determine HIV infection presence or absence.
HIV Testing
Transfer of HIV from an infected person to an uninfected individual through sexual intercourse, blood transfusion, needle sharing, or during pregnancy.
HIV Transmission
Frequent involvement in activities increasing the risk of HIV transmission.
High-Risk Behavior
Voluntary agreement for a procedure based on full information.
Informed Consent
Trust and confidence between a patient/person with HIV and healthcare providers involved in counseling, testing, or care.
Medical Confidentiality
An individual testing positive for HIV.
Person with HIV
Providing information and support before HIV testing.
Pre-Test Counselling