HIV/AIDS: A Clinical Procedural Study Guide

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The source provides a comprehensive study guide and procedural overview for managing HIV/AIDS, specifically designed for university-level health students and clinical trainees. It organizes the topic into structured steps covering the disease overview, risk factors, and clinical manifestations necessary for patient assessment and counseling. Key procedural sections detail the required tests and labs for diagnosis and monitoring, including viral load and CD4+ T-cell counts, alongside an extensive protocol for medical management using antiretroviral therapy (ART). Finally, the guide outlines nursing care plan procedures for interventions related to patient education, nutrition, infection risk, and adherence, grounding all procedures in an understanding of the disease’s