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olgavictoria

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Ripich (1997) discusses three phases of the HIV continuum. Which phase encompasses the clinical phenomena of anger and changes in physical appearance related to HIV?
 
  A) Prediagnosis
  B) Early
  C) Middle
  D) Late

Question 2

Which of the following psychiatric diagnoses is most closely associated with AIDS?
 
  A) Eating disorders
  B) Schizophrenia
  C) Depressive disorders
  D) Personality disorders


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Amiracle

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Clinical phenomena of the middle phase of HIV/AIDS encompasses a sense of isolation, low self-esteem, changes in physical appearance, depression, and anger. The early phase consists of denial, shock, shame, and disappointment. The late phase consists of ambivalence about dying alone, desire to complete a life-review process, and resolution regarding death in the form of acceptance or passive resignation. There is no prediagnosis phase according to Ripich (1997).

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Several comorbid psychiatric disorders have been observed in clients with HIV infection or AIDS, including substance abuse, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, adjustment disorders, and psychotic disorders.


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Gracias!

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