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Lesson 5. HIV and Corrections

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Learning Objective Performance Indicators

  • Identify the barriers, challenges, and opportunities to provide HIV testing, care, and monitoring of persons with HIV in the carceral population
  • Implement effective HIV testing practices aligned with the carceral facility policies
  • Develop strategies to initiate or continue antiretroviral therapy, support adherence, and protect confidentiality in carceral settings
  • Coordinate care for common comorbidities including hepatitis C, mental health conditions, and substance use disorders
  • Collaboratively plan transitions to community-based care that supports medication access, retention in HIV care, and HIV prevention

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Learning Objective Performance Indicators

  • Identify the barriers, challenges, and opportunities to provide HIV testing, care, and monitoring of persons with HIV in the carceral population
  • Implement effective HIV testing practices aligned with the carceral facility policies
  • Develop strategies to initiate or continue antiretroviral therapy, support adherence, and protect confidentiality in carceral settings
  • Coordinate care for common comorbidities including hepatitis C, mental health conditions, and substance use disorders
  • Collaboratively plan transitions to community-based care that supports medication access, retention in HIV care, and HIV prevention

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