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Kthamas

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The HIV virus
 
  a. invades neurons, killing them.
 b. invades a variety of cells in the nervous system, which release chemicals that trigger apoptosis.
 c. interferes with the NMDA glutamate receptor, which then no longer allows calcium to enter neurons.
 d. has no direct effect on the cells of the nervous system, but allows opportunistic viruses to thrive.

Question 2

Initial symptoms of HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder (HAND) may mimic
 
  a. meningitis.
 b. West Nile virus infection.
 c. depression.
 d. schizophrenia.


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Kimmy

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Reply #1 on: Jun 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

c


Kthamas

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Reply 2 on: Jun 21, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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