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Article: HIV/AIDS: an update.(CE: DIRECTED READING)(Disease/Disorder overview)

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Radiologic Technology
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January 1, 2008
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After completing this article, readers should be able to:

* Discuss evidence that the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

* Describe the life cycle of the virus.

* Summarize epidemiologic trends for HIV/AIDS, both in the United States and in other parts of the world.

* Name the 4 types of drugs used to treat HIV/AIDS and explain why and how patients' treatment regimens might be changed.

* List recommended strategies for AIDS prevention programs.

* Discuss the role of imaging in treating HIV/AIDS.

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