PE Quiz 10: HIV/AIDS

What does AIDS stand for?

Acquired Immunodeficiency Sydrome

Which of the following fluids is the HIV virus NOT detected in? Saliva, Tears, Sweat

All of these

Which of the following is a way to prevent spreading the HIV virus?

Avoid alcohol and drug abuse. Abstain from having sexual intercourse. Do not share needles. Use protective equipment when coming in contact with blood or other bodily fluids.

People who are infected with HIV/AIDS, but don't know it:

Can unknowingly spread the virus to others.

This test is the first test that technicians use to screen for HIV.

ELISA Test

HIV stands for:

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

What body system does the HIV infection directly affect?

Immune System

All are ways of transmitting the HIV virus EXCEPT:

Kissing

Which of the following is NOT a way for the HIV virus to be spread?

Sweat Swimming pool Sharing food and utensils (All of these are ways that it cannot be spread)

During the HIV stage, the Helper T cells drop to between 200-400 and the person experiences flu-like symptoms.

Symptomatic Stage

Which of the following occurs during the asymptomatic stage of HIV infections?

This stage can last for years showing no outward signs of infection.

A baby can become infected by his/her mother with HIV while inside the womb.

True

A person with chlamydia is more vulnerable to getting an HIV infection.

True

HIV/AIDS is a preventable disease.

True

If the initial test produces positive results twice, a ____________________ test is run to confirm it.

Western blot test

During the course of HIV/AIDS, the infected person:

becomes vulnerable to opportunistic illnesses

AIDS does not develop until the Helper T-cell (white blood cell) count drops below what number?

200

What is the normal Helper T-cell count per cubic millimeter of blood of a healthy person?

800 - 1,300

A person who is HIV positive should not participate in a contact sport because he/she could transmit the infection through sweat droplets.

False

After 2-4 weeks after becoming infected, one will definitely test positive for the HIV virus.

False

HIV is an aggressive virus that if not diagnosed right away, will quickly turn to AIDS.

False

HIV is spread today mostly by blood transfusions.

False

Medical professionals who deal with patients don't ever need to worry about contracting HIV as long as they wear gloves.

False

The HIV virus is deadly and is the reason most people who have it end up dying.

False

What virus causes AIDS?

HIV