ACRN ACRN Psychosocial Support & Mental Health 2

Question 1

PTSD in PLWH is associated with which treatment outcome?

Accepted Answer

Lower rates of ART adherence

Answer

Higher CD4 counts

Answer

Decreased viral load

Answer

Improved engagement in care

Question 2

Which substance is most commonly associated with high-risk sexual behavior and HIV transmission among PLWH?

Accepted Answer

Methamphetamine

Answer

Heroin

Answer

Cannabis

Answer

Benzodiazepines

Question 3

How should an ACRN assess for cognitive impairment in PLWH?

Accepted Answer

Use validated screening tools such as the MoCA or HIV Dementia Scale

Answer

Order a CT scan at every visit

Answer

Rely only on memory complaints reported by the patient

Answer

Perform lumbar puncture annually

Question 4

Which approach BEST supports ART adherence in PLWH with active mental health conditions?

Accepted Answer

Simplifying ART regimens and integrating mental health treatment

Answer

Withholding ART until mental health is stabilized

Answer

Prescribing only injectable medications

Answer

Delegating adherence monitoring to family members

Question 5

A patient with HIV-associated depression refuses antidepressant therapy. The ACRN should:

Accepted Answer

Explore the patient's concerns and provide education about treatment benefits

Answer

Document refusal and take no further action

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Insist that treatment is mandatory

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Report the patient to the prescribing physician without further discussion

Question 6

Social isolation in PLWH is associated with which outcome?

Accepted Answer

Poorer health outcomes and reduced engagement in care

Answer

Improved ART adherence

Answer

Lower rates of depression

Answer

Decreased risk of opportunistic infections