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Lesson 1. Initial Evaluation

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Learning Objective Performance Indicators

  • Explain the goals and components of the initial evaluation of persons with HIV who are entering, reentering, or transferring care
  • Categorize the different stages of HIV disease and the criteria used to define each stage
  • Summarize the important elements of the medical history to perform at the initial evaluation 
  • Describe key elements for the physical examination to focus on at the initial evaluation
  • List recommendations for the initial monitoring visit and baseline laboratory tests

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Learning Objective Performance Indicators

  • Explain the goals and components of the initial evaluation of persons with HIV who are entering, reentering, or transferring care
  • Categorize the different stages of HIV disease and the criteria used to define each stage
  • Summarize the important elements of the medical history to perform at the initial evaluation 
  • Describe key elements for the physical examination to focus on at the initial evaluation
  • List recommendations for the initial monitoring visit and baseline laboratory tests

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