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Purpose Provide current knowledge and a general understanding of nutrition care and support of children 2–9 years old who are living with HIV 2 Learning Objectives • Describe the nutritional needs of and dietary recommendations for children 2–9 years old. • Explain how HIV increases the risk of undernutrition and the etiology and consequences of growth failure and development in children infected with HIV. • Describe dietary recommendations for children infected with HIV. • Explain factors to consider when planning nutrition care and support for children 2–9 years old infected with HIV. 3 Session Outline • Undernutrition in young children • HIV infection in young children • Effects of HIV on the nutritional status of young children • Purpose of nutrition care and support for young HIV-infected children • Components of nutrition care and support for young HIV-infected children 4 HIV in Children 2–9 Years Old • Most children with HIV are infected: – In utero – During labor and delivery – During breastfeeding – From contaminated needles – From blood – From sexual abuse • Children with HIV are vulnerable to childhood illnesses and disease. 5 HIV in Children 2–9 Years Old, Cont. • Routine diagnosis of pediatric HIV is not done in many developing countries: – Early diagnosis of pediatric AIDS is difficult. – Tests for adults cannot be used for children < 18 months old. – Child HIV tests are expensive. • Signs and symptoms of HIV (WHO) – Weight loss – Chronic diarrhea – Failure to thrive – Oral thrush – Fever 6
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