Quiz 2: Childhood HIV

Please choose the one, most correct answer to each question or statement.

1. How does HIV infection make a child sick?
   • It damages the immune system
   • It damages the heart
   • It damages the brain
2. How is HIV infection diagnosed in children?
   • With a chest X-ray
   • With a blood test
   • With a clinical examination
3. Which clinical sign is often seen in children with HIV infection?
   • Constipation
   • Weakness of the arms and legs
   • A sore mouth due to oral thrush
4. How many medicines are used to treat a child with HIV infection?
   • One
   • Two
   • Three
5. How often should the HIV medicines be given?
   • Every day
   • Five days a week
   • Once a week
6. What is good adherence?
   • Taking medicine correctly every day
   • Weighing a child at every clinic visit
   • Attending school regularly
7. What adverse effects may be caused by HIV medicines in children?
   • A rash
   • Swollen legs
   • Red urine
8. Should HIV infected children be given routine immunisations?
   • No as it is too dangerous
   • Yes as it is safe
   • Only in children who are older than 6 months
9. What is family-centred care?
   • All treatment is given in the home
   • The whole family should understand and help with the treatment
   • Both parents must always go with the child for clinic visits
10. How can adolescents avoid being infected with HIV?
    • Delay the time of first sex and use protection when having sexual intercourse
    • Take oral contraceptives
    • Use traditional medicine