Substance Abuse Treatment with Persons with HIV TIP 37- 28 Hours
LEARNER OBJECTIVES
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Describe the effects alcohol and drug usage can have on the HIV and AIDS disease process in patients.
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Describe the roles alcohol and drug usage have in the contracting of HIV.
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List the members involved in the collaborative care of patients with HIV and AIDS.
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Describe some of the common myths about HIV and AIDS.
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Describe the risk factors associated with contracting HIV.
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Identify preventative measures to avoid contracting HIV.
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List the items included on an HIV/AIDS Risk Assessment Checklist.
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Describe HIV infection preventative measures.
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Identify the goals of risk-reduction counseling.
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Describe the process of testing for HIV infection.
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Describe the factors involved in HIV pre- and post-test counseling.
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Identify the requirements for reporting HIV and AIDS test results.
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Generally describe how HIV is medically monitored.
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Describe how clinicians can increase client’s adherence to HIV medication regimens and compliance with prescribed care plans.
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Describe how the client’s gender, culture and sexuality orientation influence their compliance with treatment.
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List events which may initiate client relapse.
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Describe relapse prevention techniques.
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Describe the counselor’s role in supporting the client with HIV or AIDS cope with issues of death, dying, grief and bereavement.
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Identify steps involved in case management for the client with HIV or AIDS.
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Identify the legal regulations and processes in place to protect and assist clients HIV or AIDS.