HIV Treatment and Healthy Living
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What is the primary purpose of combination antiretroviral therapy (cART) or highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART)?

  • To target a single step of the HIV life cycle
  • To prevent drug resistance (correct)
  • To inhibit the integration of HIV DNA into the host cell's genome
  • To maximize viral load

    • What do NRTIs inhibit in the HIV life cycle?

  • Protease, an enzyme required for HIV maturation
  • Integrase, an enzyme necessary for HIV integration
  • Reverse transcriptase, an enzyme necessary for HIV replication (correct)
  • Entry into host cells

    • What is the benefit of taking a healthy lifestyle approach in addition to antiretroviral therapy?

  • It increases the risk of drug resistance
  • It helps to stay as healthy as possible (correct)
  • It decreases the effectiveness of antiretroviral therapy
  • It does not impact the effectiveness of antiretroviral therapy

    • What is the purpose of viral load monitoring?

    <p>To assess the effectiveness of treatment and guide adjustments if necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do NNRTIs target reverse transcriptase?

    <p>By a different mechanism than NRTIs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of protease inhibitors (PIs) in HIV treatment?

    <p>To block the activity of protease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of disorders can be impacted by HIV?

    <p>HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders (HAND)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of therapy may be necessary for individuals experiencing communication difficulties or swallowing problems?

    <p>Speech therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of antiretroviral therapy (ART) in HIV treatment?

    <p>To keep the HIV virus at low levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential for effective management of HIV-related neurological disorders?

    <p>A personalized approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of integrating pain management and rehabilitation into the care plan?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are regular check-ups with the doctor important for individuals with HIV?

    <p>To ensure the treatment is working well</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common consequence of prolonged exposure to HIV and neuroinflammation?

    <p>Neuronal injury and synaptic dysfunction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a notable neoplastic complication of HIV?

    <p>Primary CNS lymphoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a non-pharmacological approach to managing neuropathic pain in HIV patients?

    <p>Acupuncture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of the brain is particularly susceptible to HIV-associated neurodegeneration?

    <p>Frontal cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common opportunistic infection that can affect the CNS in HIV patients?

    <p>Toxoplasmosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important consideration in managing pain in HIV patients?

    <p>Addressing underlying causes of pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

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