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Missed opportunities: refusal to confirm reactive rapid HIV tests in the emergency department.

Author: ArbelaezChristian, CollinsJamie E, Donnell-FinkLaurel A, GanguliIshani, KatzJeffrey N, LosinaElena, ReichmannWilliam M, WalenskyRochelle P

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Overview

Women, younger participants, African Americans, and those with fewer HIV risks, lower income, and without primary care doctors were more likely to refuse confirmatory HIV testing following a reactive rapid HIV test.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: HIV infection remains a major US public health concern. While HIV-infected individuals now benefit from earlier diagnosis and improved treatment options, progress is tempered by large numbers of newly diagnosed patients who are lost to follow-up prior to disease confirmation and linkage ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3540076/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

The Desert of Uncertainty: Refusal to Confirm HIV Testing

Imagine a vast desert, where travelers face many dangers and uncertainties. This research focuses on the challenges of confirming reactive rapid HIV tests in the emergency department, a crucial step in diagnosis and treatment. Think of this as a weary traveler stumbling upon a hidden oasis, but hesitant to fully embrace its offerings. The study aims to identify the factors that contribute to this reluctance, exploring the reasons behind refusal to confirm reactive rapid HIV tests.

The study found that a significant proportion of participants with reactive rapid HIV tests refused confirmatory testing. The reasons for refusal varied, with certain demographics, risk factors, and socioeconomic factors playing a role. This is like a traveler apprehensive about venturing into the unknown oasis, hesitant to fully commit due to fear, uncertainty, or lack of resources.

Lost in the Desert: Implications for HIV Treatment

The study's findings highlight the need for better understanding and addressing the barriers to confirming HIV diagnoses. This is like building a bridge of trust and resources to connect individuals with the necessary care and support.

Navigating the Desert of Uncertainty: Implications for Patients

This research underscores the importance of addressing the anxieties and barriers that may prevent individuals from confirming their HIV status. It highlights the need for compassionate and supportive care to encourage individuals to fully embrace the opportunities for treatment and support available to them.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research sheds light on the complexities of confirming HIV diagnoses in the emergency department. It emphasizes the need to overcome the barriers that prevent individuals from seeking confirmation and accessing essential treatment and care. This is a call to action, urging us to build bridges of understanding and support, guiding individuals through the desert of uncertainty and towards a path of health and well-being.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2013-07-02
  2. Date Revised 2022-12-07
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

23308216

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC3540076

SNS
PICO Info
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Languages

English

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