HIV: clinical review![]() ![]() Content developed by MIMS Learning http://www.mimslearning.co.uk/ INTRODUCTIONSTART ACTIVITY The development of successful antiretroviral therapy (ART) means people with HIV who are diagnosed early and motivated to take their therapy can expect a near normal life expectancy. Increasingly, HIV is considered a long-term condition like any other, and as such, is well within the scope of most general practice nurses. This resource, updated in 2017, considers the role of rapid HIV tests, referring newly diagnosed patients and useful baseline assessments. Key learning points for healthcare professionals include recognising symptoms and illnesses that often coexist with HIV, and the impact of late diagnosis. LEARNING OBJECTIVESAfter completing this activity, you should be better able to:
AUTHORSDr Charlotte Hopkins and Dr R Monica Lascar Consultants in HIV and genitourinary medicine, Whipps Cross University Hospital, London Update by: Dr Laura Waters Trustee of Terrence Higgins Trust and consultant GU/HIV medicine HIV & hepatitis lead Central and North West London This resource is provided at an advanced level by MIMS Learning. Read the article and reflect on what you have learned, then answer the test questions at the end. Complete the resource to obtain a certificate of completion to include in your revalidation portfolio. You should record the time spent on this resource in your CPD log. PRACTICE NURSE FEATURED ARTICLELiving with HIV: the role of the practice nurse. Marie Therese Massey |
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