Nutrition and HIV/AIDS: A Training Manual - Linkages Project

Content Methodology Timing4. Assessment and analysis of the client’sinformation and selection of the mostappropriate actions or approaches duringthe counseling session on drug and foodinteractionsUse Exercise 9 to conductrole-plays (a health workercounseling an HIV/AIDSclient on potential fooddruginteraction withCombivir (AZT/3TC). UseHandout 9.2: ObservationChecklist for Assessmentduring a Counseling Sessionon the Management of Drugand Food Interactions inHIV/AIDS Therapy toobserve the role-play20minutesRequired materials• LCD or overhead projector• Flipchart stand and paper or board• Writing pens or chalkRecommended preparation• Be familiar with Lecture Notes 9: Management of Drug and Food Interaction inHIV/AIDS Therapy, Handouts 9.1: Drugs Commonly Taken by People Living withHIV/AIDS, Likely Side Effects, and Recommended Dietary Practices to IncreaseDrug Efficacy and Prevent Malnutrition and 9.2: Observation Checklist forAssessment during a Counseling Session on the Management of Drug and FoodInteractions in HIV/AIDS Therapy, and the Discussion Points for interactivediscussions.• Prepare to use Exercise 9 at the appropriate moment in the session. Dividestudents for the role-play on counseling HIV-infected people on themanagement of drug-food interactions. Make sure the foods and drugs used inthe role-plays are available in the country.242