a.
To discuss: Whether HIV infection can be diagnosed in a woman suspected to be exposed to HIV two nights ago.
Concept introduction:
HIV (Human immunodeficiency virus) virus is known to cause AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) in humans. This disease weakens the immune system of the body making it prone to other life-threatening and opportunistic infections. HIV is a retrovirus having RNA (ribonucleic acid) as its genetic material.
b.
To summarize: The information that would be given to the patient regarding HIV infection.
Concept introduction:
HIV (Human immunodeficiency virus) virus is known to cause AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) in humans. This disease weakens the immune system of the body making it prone to other life-threatening and opportunistic infections. HIV is a retrovirus having RNA (ribonucleic acid) as its genetic material.
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