Question 1

For HIV/AIDS new treatments have

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New treatments for HIV/AIDS, such as antiretroviral therapy (ART), have significantly lowered both morbidity (the rate of disease in a population) and mortality (death rates) among those infected with HIV. These advancements have transformed HIV from a fatal diagnosis into a manageable chronic condition for many people.

Question 2

The new paradigm for HIV/AIDS

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The new paradigm for HIV/AIDS focuses on integrating prevention and treatment efforts to effectively manage and reduce the impact of the disease.

Question 3

Global HIV infections are at approximately

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Question 4

In the U.S. what is the approximate number of persons living with HIV infection?

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As of the latest data, approximately 1.2 million people in the U.S. are living with HIV infection. This figure reflects ongoing public health efforts to diagnose, treat, and manage HIV among the population.

Question 5

Reduction in mortality for AIDS related deaths is due to

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Improvements in treatment, such as antiretroviral therapy, have significantly reduced mortality rates for those living with AIDS by suppressing the virus and preventing the progression of the disease.

Question 6

The most widely used interventions for HIV/AIDS are

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Antiretroviral therapies are the most widely used interventions for managing and treating HIV/AIDS, as they help control the virus and enable individuals to live longer, healthier lives.

Question 7

Barriers to care include

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Lack of insurance and underinsurance are significant barriers to accessing healthcare services, as they can prevent individuals from seeking or receiving necessary medical care due to cost concerns.

Question 8

Federal funding in 2012 is estimated to be

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The correct estimate for federal funding in 2012 is $28.4 billion.

Question 9

A multicomponent strategy to HIV prevention that includes behavioral, structural and biomedical approaches

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Question 10

The Ryan White CARE Act was signed in 1990 to

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The Ryan White CARE Act was signed in 1990 to improve both the quality and availability of care for individuals and families with HIV/AIDS.

Question 11

The majority of individuals diagnosed as HIV positive as male.

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Globally, more males than females are diagnosed with HIV, largely due to factors such as higher rates of male-to-male sexual transmission and in some regions, higher rates of male engagement in high-risk behaviors. However, in sub-Saharan Africa, women are disproportionately affected.

Question 12

Global HIV infections are at 20 million.

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As of my last update in 2023, global HIV infections are estimated to be around 38 million according to UNAIDS.

Question 13

The prevalence of HIV in blacks is 8 times greater than whites.

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Question 14

A substantial portion of HIV infected persons are unaware of their infection.

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Many people with HIV do not have symptoms for years and may not know they are infected, leading to a substantial portion being unaware of their infection status.

Question 15

Stability and continuity of care are important for persons with HIV.

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Stability and continuity of care are crucial for persons with HIV because consistent medical treatment and monitoring can significantly improve health outcomes, manage the virus effectively, and reduce the risk of transmission to others.

Question 16

Illiteracy is a nonfinancial barrier to care.

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Illiteracy is considered a nonfinancial barrier to care because it affects a person's ability to seek, understand, and utilize health information and services, rather than being related to the cost of care.

Question 17

Twenty five percent of HIV/AIDS funding is spent on prevention efforts.

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The actual percentage of HIV/AIDS funding spent on prevention efforts varies by country and organization, but it is generally recognized that a significant portion of funding goes towards treatment and care, with prevention efforts often receiving less than 25% of total funding.

Question 18

Seek, Test, Treat, Retain model is being used with high risk populations.

Accepted Answer

The Seek, Test, Treat, Retain (STTR) model is indeed used with high-risk populations, particularly in the context of HIV/AIDS, to identify individuals with HIV, connect them to care, and retain them in treatment to improve health outcomes and reduce transmission.

Question 19

The main target for the Ryan White CARE Act is those who are poor and uninsured.

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The Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency (CARE) Act primarily targets providing support for low-income, uninsured, and under-insured victims of AIDS and their families.

Question 20

Research must show regional variation in the patterns of HIV related disease complications.

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Research must account for regional variation because the patterns of HIV-related disease complications can differ significantly across different geographical areas due to variations in viral strains, access to healthcare, treatment regimens, and socio-economic factors.

Quiz 17: HIV and Aids in the Twenty-First Century