7 Hour HIV/AIDS: Part 3
Discusses testing and counseling. Designed for most licensed healthcare providers.
7 Hour HIV/AIDS: Part 3
Goal:
To educate individuals on HIV/AIDS testing, counseling, and referral processes to promote informed decision-making and prevention.
NOTE: This course may reflect state-specific regulations. No information in this course supersedes any state regulations you need to follow. You must consult your state’s regulations when developing policies and procedures. Regulations for all states are accessible on the National Database of Child Care Licensing Regulations. Click on the link provided to view regulations in your state.
When you finish this class you should be able to:
1. Specify the two classifications for test technologies.
2. Name the primary screening and confirmatory tests.
3. Describe the standard testing algorithms.
4. Identify the five test types discussed.
5. Discuss who should be tested and why.
6. State the significance of positive, negative and indeterminate test results.
7. List the five directions for HIV counseling.
8. Describe what is involved in the client-centered mode of counseling.
9. List the four steps for managing referrals.