HIV Curriculum for the Health Professional

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Summary

This resource is the 4th edition of a comprehensive curriculum on HIV/AIDS intended for use by nurses, physicians, dentists, social workers, counselors, homecare workers, and students. Each module has been designed to be as complete and user-friendly as possible, and includes key points, objectives, case studies, review questions, and references. Baylor College of Medicine is known for their expertise in pediatric HIV care, but these modules provide information on patients of all ages. [HIV prevention and treatment guidelines change frequently based on new clinical research studies. Please refer to the WHO or U.S. DHHS guidelines for the most current recommendations on ARV treatment and PMTCT.]

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Publisher:	Baylor College of Medicine
Language:	English
Format:	Web Page
Region:	Global
Audiences:	Nurses, Physician's Assistants/Nurse Practitioners, Doctors/Physicians, Other Healthcare Workers, Trainers
Literacy level:	Medium
Topic Areas:	Pediatric Antiretroviral Treatment, Primary Care of HIV Infected & Exposed Children, Antiretroviral Treatment & Complications, Opportunistic Infections & Associated Conditions, Perinatal Interventions
Resource Type:	Manuals