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hiv / aids Treatment in Children
Treatment Modalities of HIV/AIDS Treatment Modality Description Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) Suppresses viral load to undetectable levels, reducing morbidity, mortality, and transmission of HIV. Treatment of Acute Bacterial Infections Addresses immediate bacterial infections. Prophylaxis and Treatment of Opportunistic Infections Prevents and manages opportunistic infections. Maintenance of Good Nutrition Ensures adequate nutrition to support overall health. Immunization…
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Treatment of HIV/AIDS in Children (ARV therapy)
Management of HIV/AIDS in Children Management of HIV/AIDS in Children Managing HIV/AIDS in children is a complex, long-term endeavor that involves a combination of medical, nutritional, psychosocial, and developmental interventions. The primary goal is to suppress viral replication, restore immune function, prevent opportunistic infections, promote normal growth and development, and improve the child’s quality of…
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Clinical Manifestation of HIV / AIDS in Children
Clinical Manifestations of HIV / AIDS in Children Clinical Manifestations of HIV / AIDS in Children The clinical manifestations of HIV/AIDS in children are many, more aggressive, and progress more rapidly than in adults, particularly if infection occurs early in life (e.g., via MTCT) and without timely treatment. The presentation can range from non-specific symptoms…
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HIV & AIDS in Children
Introduction to HIV & AIDS in Children Introduction to HIV & AIDS in Children Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection in children is primarily a consequence of mother-to-child transmission (MTCT), also known as vertical transmission. This means the virus is passed from an HIV-infected mother to her child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding. While less common…
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Bipolar Affective Disorder
Bipolar Affective Disorder Bipolar Affective Disorder is formerly called manic-depressive illness (MDI). B.A.D is severe and persistent condition that causes serious lifelong struggle and challenge. Bipolar affective disorder is a mental health condition characterized by mood swings, from deep and prolonged low mood (profound depression) to extreme euphoria (mania), with intervening normal periods. Episodes of…
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Mood Disorders in Children and Adolescents
Mood Disorders In Children and Adolescents Mood disorders are chronic, often debilitating illnesses that affect people of all ages. Mental health problems ranging from depression to bipolar disorder are known as mood disorders, or affective disorders. In any of these disorders, a serious change in mood shapes the child’s emotional state. Unlike a normal bad…
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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is the most commonly diagnosed mental disorder of children and teens and which can also continue to adulthood. Children with ADHD may be hyperactive and unable to control their impulses or they may have trouble paying attention Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a brain disorder marked by…
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Standards of Care
Standards of Care In Mental Health Standards of Care are a means for improving the quality care for mentally ill people. They were enunciated by the American Nurses Association (ANA) in 1973. Development of Code of Ethics This is very important for a psychiatric nurse as she takes up independent roles in psychotherapy, behavior therapy,…
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Law and Mental Illness
[the_ad id=”5145″] Law and Mental Illness Law has relevance in nearly all aspects of nursing practice, but in no other area of nursing is the law more intimately involved than in psychiatric nursing. This is because psychiatric clients may; be placed on treatment against their own will pose a risk to them selves have been…
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Resuscitation
Neonatal Resuscitation Lecture Notes Neonatal Resuscitation Lecture Notes Neonatal Resuscitation refers to a series of interventions initiated immediately after birth to support the establishment of breathing and circulation in a newborn who is not breathing effectively or has inadequate circulation. Resuscitation is a means of restoring life to a baby from the state of asphyxia…
