This module explains why antiretrovirals are used to treat HIV infection, and covers rules for their use based on World Health Organisation guidelines. It also explains the principles of HIV drug resistance and adherence to treatment.

This module can be adapted by trainers for use with a wide variety of audiences.


Introduction to anti-HIV Therapy - Downloads

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Introduction to anti-HIV Therapy - About this module
This module provides training towards the following WHO-recommended clinical care competencies for HIV service delivery providers:

Counselling Pre ART before decision to begin

• Explain what ART is and dispel common myths

• Explain why we need to use 3 ARV drugs

• Explain the benefits of ART

• Explain the goals of ART

• Prepare patients for adherence to ART

Counselling pre ART regarding adherence

• Explain to patients what resistance means using simplified, adapted explanations

• Explain to patients the importance of adherence

• Explain the consequences of resistance for the patient and the community

• Explain the link between adherence and resistance

• Explain the maximum number of pills a patient can forget per month

• Help the patient to develop the resources needed for adherence

Prescribing ARVs

• Differentiate a first and a second line regimen and know when they are used

• Understand classes of ARV drugs and the basic principles for forming first- and second-line drugs

Treatment support

• Assess adherence

Monitoring, Treatment failure and Toxicity

• Review ARV side effects

Treating HIV & AIDS: A Training Toolkit

Treating HIV & AIDS: A Training Toolkit - Modules

• About the modules
• Introduction to this Toolkit
• Introduction to HIV & AIDS
• Preparing for treatment
• Monitoring Tests
• A Basic Package of Care
• Introduction to anti-HIV Therapy
• Changing Treatment
• Drug Combinations
• Tuberculosis and HIV
• Treatment in Pregnancy
• Infant Feeding