Living with HIV/AIDS (#504)

This simulation was developed in collaboration with the IDPP – Internationally Educated Dietitians Pre-registration Program.

Douglas was diagnosed as HIV positive three months ago and has been coping with the symptoms. He needs help formulating a diet which will help alleviate some of his symptoms.

Note: Though the focus of simulations 504 and 505 is HIV - diet and meeting with a dietitian, Douglas Starr is a rich character and could also seek counseling from a social worker, a psychologist or a nurse.

Learning Objectives

Listening skills
Building trust
Demonstrating empathy
Developing a collaborative plan
Conducting an assessment
Maintaining objectivity

Information for Learners

Douglas has made an appointment with a dietitian to discuss his weight loss, fatigue, nausea, and diarrhea. He has done some research on the importance of diet and HIV. The dietitian will know that Douglas is HIV positive.

Simulation Details

Simulator Role(s)

Douglas Starr (between twenty-five and thirty-five), AIDS patient

Learner Role(s)

Registered Dietitian

Setting

Office of a Dietitian at a Community Health Centre