Antiretroviral Therapy

Antiretroviral Medications and Initial Therapy

Lesson 1. Antiretroviral Medications and Initial Therapy

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Learning Objective Performance Indicators

List the major classes of antiretroviral medications
Explain the mechanism of action with each class of antiretroviral medications
Summarize evidence supporting antiretroviral treatment of all persons with HIV
Describe recommended antiretroviral regimens for treatment-naïve individuals and discuss factors to consider when selecting an initial regimen
Discuss recommended laboratory studies to obtain at baseline and while monitoring response to therapy

Activities in this Lesson

Quick ReferenceAntiretroviral Medications and Initial Therapy Core Concepts

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