Factors That Affect the Rate of Progression of HIV/AIDS Include

question 13

Multiple Choice

Factors that affect the rate of progression of HIV/AIDS include:

• A) HIV subtype.
• B) age of the infected person.
• C) gender of the infected person.
• D) family history of HIV/AIDS.

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A theoretical model describing the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress, consisting of three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Primary Hormone

A crucial hormone that plays a leading role in regulating vital body processes.

Stress Response

The body's reaction to any change that requires an adjustment or response, involving physical, mental, and emotional responses.

Ego-Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies employed by the ego to manage stress, anxiety, and conflict by distorting reality in various ways.