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Journal of HIV/AIDS & Social Services Volume 15, 2016 - Issue 1: The Importance of Prevention
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A systematic review of best practices in HIV care

Geoffrey MainaFaculty of Nursing, Edmonton Clinic Health Academy, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaCorrespondence[email protected]
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Judy MillFaculty of Nursing, Edmonton Clinic Health Academy, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Jean Chaw-KantFaculty of Nursing, Edmonton Clinic Health Academy, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Vera CaineFaculty of Nursing, Edmonton Clinic Health Academy, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Pages 114-126 | Received 24 Nov 2014, Accepted 31 Oct 2015, Published online: 22 Mar 2016
 
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ABSTRACT

Best practices in HIV care have the potential to improve patient outcomes and inform practice. We conducted a systematic review of best practices in HIV care that were published from 2003 to 2013. Practices that demonstrated success in achieving desired results based on their objectives were included in the review. Two themes emerged from the eight articles reviewed: (a) the importance of linking newly diagnosed people living with HIV to care and (b) the role of integrated and comprehensive service provision in improving patient outcomes. Inconsistencies in reporting and arbitrary use of the term “best practices” were hurdles in this review.

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