HIV in Primary Care

After completing this course, you will be able to

• Recognize the important gap primary care can fill in the treatment of HIV by preventing propagation of the disease to new individuals and disease progression
• Determine the appropriate screening and confirmation methods for early identification of HIV in diverse patient populations within a primary care setting
• Differentiate between HIV stages and classify patient presentations to guide accurate diagnosis and treatment planning
• Confidently initiate and manage antiretroviral therapy (ART), adjusting for individual patient needs and potential comorbidities
• Implement effective monitoring protocols to track patient progress, adherence, and response to HIV treatment over time
• Counsel patients on lifestyle modifications and preventive measures to improve overall health outcomes and reduce transmission risk
• Integrate HIV care into routine primary care practice, including coordinating with specialists and utilizing community resources for comprehensive patient support