Pharmacology of Drugs for Sexually Transmitted Infections: HIV
Pharmacology of Drugs for Sexually Transmitted Infections: HIV is organized by Nurse.com - OnCourse Learning Corporation.
Course Originally Released on: 06/25/2023
Date of Most Recent Review: 6/25/2023
Course Termination/ Update Date: 12/31/2026
Description:
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) weakens a person’s immune system, making it difficult for the person to fight disease and infection. Once HIV has been diagnosed, treatment depends on the extent of disease and the presence of any opportunistic infections (OIs), with the goal being to stabilize the immune system so OIs are less likely to occur. HIV cannot be cured, but it can be controlled (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2022a; Department of Health and Human Services [DHHS], 2022).
Goal and Learning Outcomes:
The goal of this course is to provide an overview of pharmacological options for healthcare team members that may treat HIV in adolescents and adults.
After taking this course, you should be able to:
• Identify the nine classes of HIV medication, pharmacokinetic enhancers, and the standard regimens currently used for the treatment of HIV in various populations.
• Recall the criteria, adverse effects, and monitoring requirements for antiretroviral therapy.
• Recognize drugs used for pre and post-exposure prophylaxis and opportunistic infections.