Learning Objectives

Upon completing the module Initial Evaluation, participants should be able to:

  1. List the common clinical manifestations that develop in persons with acute (primary) HIV infection.
  2. Identify the characteristic laboratory findings in persons with acute (primary) HIV infection.
  3. Understand the HIV/AIDS classification systems used prior to 2008.
  4. Discuss the 2008 HIV case definition and HIV staging system for adolescents and adults.
  5. Summarize recommendations for the common serologic tests that should be ordered for HIV-infected persons at their initial evaluation.
  6. Discuss which patients are at highest risk for acquiring hepatitis C virus infection.
  7. Understand vaccination recommendations for pneumococcal disease and influenza.
  8. List at least 2 live vaccines that should not be given to HIV-infected persons.