Preexposure Prophylaxis for HIV Prevention

Overview

4.7 out of 5 (11 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

7

Start Date

1 Jan 2023

Last Review Date

1 Jan 2023

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2025

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes

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Activity Description

Pre-exposure chemoprophylaxis is a relatively new concept that consists of daily intake of antiretroviral medications that protect high-risk individuals from HIV infection. Several trials have shown that when pre-exposure chemoprophylaxis is closely monitored for adherence, it is an effective method to reduce the risk of HIV infection, almost to zero. This new concept is now seen as a more effective way of preventing HIV infection than treating the individual after exposure. The important thing to note is that pre-exposure chemoprophylaxis is only effective against HIV and does not provide protection against any other sexually transmitted infection (STI), hepatitis, or blood-borne infections. The critical feature of this regimen is that adherence to medication must be total. Individuals who regularly miss doses of their medication will be at high risk for acquiring HIV. Thus, pre-exposure chemoprophylaxis for HIV prevention is part of a combination package that also includes support, sex education, and advice about the importance of adherence to treatment. This activity reviews the pros and cons of preexposure prophylaxis for HIV and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in selecting the right patients.

Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of individuals in nursing.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Describe the principle behind preexposure prophylaxis for HIV.
  • Recall the selection criteria for preexposure prophylaxis for HIV treatment.
  • List the the types of medications used for preexposure prophylaxis of HIV.
  • Discuss interprofessional team strategies for improving care coordination and communication to advance preexposure prophylaxis treatment of HIV.

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This activity is designated for 1.50 ANCC contact hours.

 

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Reviews

Hassan A. on 9/15/2021

Joseph T. on 3/30/2022

Leon C. on 10/10/2022

Jasmine J. on 3/25/2023

Christina M. on 4/10/2023

Needs to be updated to include information about Cabotegravir (Apretude) and Descovy for PrEP etc.

Anandit M. on 6/19/2023

Very excellent activity, well-written and discussed. Very important information for clinicians broken down in concrete, understandable terms.

Bernadette M. on 6/24/2023

Abhishek K. on 7/5/2023

Hertzel s. on 7/13/2023

Yvonne O. on 8/6/2023

Madhu U. on 8/7/2023

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