Preventing Perinatal HIV Transmission
15 questions
Learning Objectives
- Explain the mechanisms of perinatal HIV transmission and interventions to reduce the risks of perinatal HIV transmission
- List preferred initial antiretroviral regimens for pregnant people with HIV
- Discuss indications for use of intravenous zidovudine and cesarean section for pregnant people with HIV
- Describe recommended antiretroviral prophylaxis for infants born to pregnant people with HIV
- Summarize recommendations for initial management of infants exposed to HIV, including HIV diagnostic testing and monitoring
Authors
Brian R. Wood, MD
Brian R. Wood, MD
Professor of Medicine
Division of Allergy & Infectious Diseases
University of Washington
Professor of Medicine
Division of Allergy & Infectious Diseases
University of Washington
Disclosures: None
Reviewers
David H. Spach, MD
David H. Spach, MD
Professor of Medicine
Division of Allergy & Infectious Diseases
University of Washington
Professor of Medicine
Division of Allergy & Infectious Diseases
University of Washington
Disclosures: None
Aley G. Kalapila, MD, PhD
Aley G. Kalapila, MD, PhD
Associate Professor of Medicine
Division of Infectious Diseases
Emory University School of Medicine
Grady Health System
Associate Professor of Medicine
Division of Infectious Diseases
Emory University School of Medicine
Grady Health System
Disclosures: None
3rd Edition
This is a substantial revision of the original Question Bank Topic. The previous edition was titled Preventing Perinatal HIV Transmission and available until September 1st, 2023.
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- 1.5 CME AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, or
- 1.5 CNE contact hours (qualifies for pharmacology CE for advanced practice nurses)
CNE and CME Origination: July 1st, 2017
CNE and CME Reviewed: September 1st, 2023
CNE and CME Expiration: August 31st, 2026 (3rd Edition)
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