@gethelpwithproctoredexam: This comprehensive guide outlines HIV as a virus that attacks CD4 T-helper cells, progressively weakening the immune system until it reaches the AIDS stage, defined by a CD4 count below 200 cells/mm³. Transmission occurs through unprotected sexual contact, blood, or from mother to child, while the infection evolves from an acute flu-like phase to a latent stage and, finally, symptomatic AIDS. Management relies on Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) to reduce viral load and prevent opportunistic infections like Pneumocystis pneumonia. Diagnosis is confirmed via ELISA and Western Blot tests. For healthcare providers, nursing care focuses on monitoring vitals, ensuring nutritional support, and providing psychological care to combat stigma, emphasizing that while no cure exists, the condition is manageable with strict drug adherence.#hiv #studynotes #nursingnotes #nursingexam #student

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