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

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SESSION 3 NUTRITION ACTIONS FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH <strong>HIV</strong>/<strong>AIDS</strong>PurposeThe purpose of this session is to provide students with general nutrition <strong>and</strong> dietaryguidelines to mitigate the effects of <strong>HIV</strong> on nutrition <strong>and</strong> reduce the progression of<strong>HIV</strong>/<strong>AIDS</strong> morbidity, mortality, <strong>and</strong> related discomfort.Learning objectivesBy the end of the session, students will be able to:• Outline the goals of nutritional care <strong>and</strong> support for people living with <strong>HIV</strong>/<strong>AIDS</strong>• Describe the essential nutrition actions in the care <strong>and</strong> support of people livingwith <strong>HIV</strong>/<strong>AIDS</strong>• Explain factors to consider when planning nutritional care <strong>and</strong> supportinterventions for people living with <strong>HIV</strong>/<strong>AIDS</strong>Prerequisite knowledge• Knowledge of the principles of nutrition throughout the life cycle• Basics of <strong>HIV</strong>/<strong>AIDS</strong> in AfricaEstimated time: 60 minutes37

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