(DOWNLOAD) "HIV/AIDS: Epidemic Update" by NetCE * Book PDF Kindle ePub Free
eBook details
- Title: HIV/AIDS: Epidemic Update
- Author : NetCE
- Release Date : January 01, 2019
- Genre: Education,Books,Professional & Technical,Medical,
- Pages : * pages
- Size : 243 KB
Description
In view of the already existing crisis in health care in the United States, the problems associated with providing the necessary care for persons with HIV infection or AIDS are significant. The purpose of this course is to address those problems in the discussion of epidemiology, organism characteristics, pathophysiology, transmission, clinical manifestations, complications, treatment advancements, prevention, ethical and legal aspects of care, and workplace concerns. In addition, members of the public may use this course to enhance their personal knowledge of the subject matter presented.
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:
1. Discuss the background and significance of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
2. Outline the viral pathogenesis and disease course of HIV.
3. Utilize knowledge of HIV transmission and risk behaviors to effectively counsel patients who have the infection and others who are at risk of exposure.
4. Describe the natural history, clinical characteristics, and stages of chronic HIV infection and disease progression.
5. Identify and devise the appropriate antiretroviral treatment regimen and follow-up for a given patient, in consultation with an infectious disease specialist.
6. Anticipate and assess the variations in the clinical presentation, treatment, and preventive aspects of HIV infection in women, children, and the elderly.
7. Discuss effective and emerging approaches to HIV/AIDS prevention.
This 5-hour continuing education course is available for download for professional development; if continuing education credit is desired, please see instructions included in eBook.
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