Understanding HIV and AIDS Progression

What is the primary indicator that an HIV infection has progressed to AIDS?

• CD4 T cell count below 200 cells per cubic millimeter

• Increase in red blood cells

• Increase in white blood cells

• Presence of flu-like symptoms

Which of the following is a minor infection that can occur when CD4 counts are around 500 cells per cubic millimeter?

• Pneumocystis pneumonia

• Cryptococcal meningitis

• Kaposi's sarcoma

• Thrush

What are the symptoms of thrush?

• Chronic diarrhea

• Purple patches on the skin

• White patches on the gums or tongue

• Severe chest pain

Which infection is most often the cause of death for someone with AIDS when CD4 counts are between 100 and 200?

• Cytomegalovirus

• Cryptosporidiosis

• Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia

• Histoplasmosis

What is a common symptom of Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia?

• Skin rash

• Weight gain

• Severe chest infection

• Neck stiffness

Which infection can cause encephalitis when CD4 counts are between 50 and 100?

• Histoplasmosis

• Toxoplasmosis

• Kaposi's sarcoma

• Cryptosporidiosis

What is a symptom of Cryptococcal meningitis?

• Severe weight gain

• Neck stiffness

• Increased appetite

• Skin rash

Which infection is associated with severe gastrointestinal symptoms?

• Kaposi's sarcoma

• Cryptosporidiosis

• Pneumocystis pneumonia

• Toxoplasmosis

What is Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) known to cause in severely immunocompromised individuals?

• Increased appetite

• Systemic infection

• Localized infection

• Mild skin irritation

What is the primary goal of ARV treatment like HAART?

• To reduce body weight

• To increase appetite

• To increase CD4 cell count

• To decrease red blood cell count