Summary: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) are two conditions along the same spectrum. In this episode we cover the basics of immunity, the progression of HIV to AIDS, signs and symptoms, assessments, tests, treatments and key patient education.<br> <br> Starting nursing school soon? Get the <a href="https://straightanursing.ck.page/7d053dfa9f" target="_blank" rel="noopener">New Nursing Student Checklist</a> so you can be prepped and ready for your program!<br> <br> Want to maximize your learning by reading this information, too? Check out the article and references <a href="https://straightanursingstudent.com/nursing-review-of-hiv-and-aids/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.<br> <br> RATE, REVIEW AND FOLLOW!<br> <br> If this episode helped you, please take a moment to rate and review the show! This helps others find the podcast, which helps me help even more people :-)<br> <br> Click <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/straight-a-nursing/id1210975738" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>, scroll to the bottom, then simply tap to rate with 5 stars and select, "write a review." I'd love to hear how the podcast has helped you!<br> <br> If you're not following yet, what are you waiting for? It takes just a quick moment and the episodes show up like magic every Thursday. And, when I release a bonus episode, those show up, too! You'll never miss a thing! In Apple Podcasts, just click on the three little dots in the upper right corner <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/straight-a-nursing/id1210975738" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.<br> <br> Know someone who would also love to study with me? Share the show or share specific episodes with your classmates...when we all work together, we all succeed! On Apple Podcasts, the SHARE link is in the same drop-down as the follow link. Spread the love!<br> <br> Thanks for studying with me!<br> <br> Nurse Mo
