Asked by Nathan Harry on Jun 24, 2024
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Donna has been experiencing night sweats, swollen lymph nodes, fever, loss of appetite, persistent diarrhea, a painful skin rash, and white spots in her mouth. She is currently in a monogamous relationship with her boyfriend, whom she has known for six months. As her friend, what should you tell her?
A) That women in monogamous sexual relationships do not contract HIV
B) That she should get plenty of bed rest until her symptoms disappear
C) That she should go and get tested for possible infection with HIV
D) That she is probably in the first stage of infection with HIV
Infection With HIV
The process of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) entering and replicating in the body, leading to a compromised immune system.
Monogamous Relationship
A romantic or sexual relationship in which both partners agree to have exclusive emotional and sexual engagement with each other.
Persistent Diarrhea
Diarrhea that lasts for an extended period, typically more than two weeks, indicating a more serious health issue or infection.
- Determine the factors leading to, and consequences of, HIV/AIDS.
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Hajar RahimJun 27, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Donna's symptoms are indicative of possible infection with HIV. It is important that she gets tested to receive a proper diagnosis and treatment. It is not true that women in monogamous relationships cannot contract HIV, so option A is incorrect. While rest may be helpful, it will not address the underlying issue, so option B is also incorrect. Option D is not a clear answer as it is unclear at what stage of HIV infection Donna may be experiencing, as these symptoms can occur at various stages.
Learning Objectives
- Determine the factors leading to, and consequences of, HIV/AIDS.