Predictors for successful treatment with antiretroviral therapy (ART) in HIV-positive patients include:

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Strict adherence to the ART treatment regimen is a crucial factor for the success of the treatment. Missing doses or not following the prescribed schedule can lead to an incomplete suppression of the virus and may result in the development of drug resistance. The other choices are not reliable predictors for successful treatment with ART. A low-potency regimen may not be sufficient to suppress the virus and may lead to treatment failure. Resistance to older drugs does not necessarily mean that the patient will respond to newer drugs, as the resistance patterns can vary. A lower baseline CD4 T-cell count is indicative of a more advanced stage of disease and may require a more aggressive treatment approach, although it is not a predictor of treatment success on its own.

Predictors for Successful Treatment with Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) in HIV-Positive