ARVS and the Health Status of HIV/ AIDS Patients in Mawogola County in Sembabule District
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2010-06
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Kampala International University, diploma in guidance and counselling
Abstract
This study was carried out in Sembabule H/C IV, Mawogola County, Sembabule
District in Southern region of Uganda aiming at establishing the relationship
between ARVs and the health status of HIV/AIDS patients in the area.
The study was guided by the following objectives: To establish the relationship
between the access to ARVs and eligibility of HIV patients, the mode of action of
ARVs and the health status of HIV patient, and the availability of ARVs and the
health status of HIV patients. The study was a descriptive cross-sectional survey
involving males and female, those admitted in the health facility and those from
out patient department. A self administered questionnaire was subjected to a
number of 60 respondents. Data collected was compiled and analyzed manually
using simple scientific calculator, and the visual observations detected during the
responses to verbal interactions. The results were interpreted and presented in
statements, figures and tables. Results indicated that; Majority of respondents
28 were in age category 31-04 years. There were more males 32 (53%) than
females 28 ( 47%). Most of participants were Catholics 28 more than other
religions. Majority was peasant farmers 38, 8 were house wise, 7 self employed
and the civil servants were the least. All respondents were trained before taking
ARVs and majority had tested for a period more than 6 months. However
majority 34 (57%) had signs of AIDS before testing. They were all initiated to
ARVs, 48 were taking drugs on schedule. From the findings, the researcher
concluded that HIV/AIDS is high among people of age between 20-40 years.
ARVs are initiated to those people with reduced immunity and are well tolerated
and improve the health status of respondents though there is a report of side
effects. From the conclusion, there is a need to sensitize the community on the
occurrence of HIV in all populations and the availability of ARVs in the facility
with their influence in promoting the health status of HIV / AIDS patients.
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A Research Report Submitted To The Institute Of Open And Distance Studies Of Kampala International University In Partial Fulfillment For The Award Of A Diploma In Guidance And Counseling Of Kampala International University
Keywords
ARVS, Health Status, HIV/ AIDS Patients, Sembabule District