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At the conclusion of Chapter 16, students should be able to:
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List and describe the conditions and symptoms associated with HIV or AIDS. |
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Describe the principal components and functions of the immune system, the characteristics of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, and the process and progress of HIV infection. |
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Explain how HIV can and cannot be transmitted and discuss behaviors that put one at risk. |
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Discuss the effects of the AIDS epidemic on the gay community, including social, political, and psychological effects. |
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Discuss HIV/AIDS issues as they relate to women, children, adolescents, and older adults. |
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Discuss the AIDS epidemic in relationship to socioeconomic status, ethnicity, and region in the United States. |
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Explain how to protect oneself against HIV infection. |
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Summarize the issues surrounding HIV/AIDS education and prevention programs. |
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Describe the principal types of HIV tests and the basic medical treatments for HIV and AIDS. |
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Assess issues surrounding living with AIDS and caring for someone with AIDS. |