UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS: 2012/2013
EXAMINATION FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
KCAU 001 HIV AIDS (FULL TIME)
DATE: AUGUST, 2013 TIME: 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer Question ONE and Any Other TWO Questions
Question One
(a)AIDS is the disease that is caused by HIV that is characterized by the weakening of the
immune system. This leaves the body ill equipped to fight diseases. A person with HIV
may however live for many years before developing AIDS. Africans have continued
living with fear in the face of HIV. Discuss FIVE African misconceptions in relation to
HIV/AIDS.5 marks
(b)HIV/AIDS complicates efforts to fight poverty, improve health and promote
development. Explain briefly the impact of HIV/AIDS in the business sector. 10 marks
Question Two
Persuading people at risk of HIV to use condoms is one of the primary strategies of
HIV/AIDS prevention throughout the world. Discuss FIVE other ways that can be used
in the HIV/AIDS prevention approach. 10marks
Question Three
Discuss leadership roles in the fight against HIV/AIDS in Kenya.10marks
Question Four
The preference of HIV/AIDS throughout Africa is consistently higher among women in
comparison with the general population. Many young girls become sexually involved
with numerous friends or clients in exchange for financial support .Discuss the
vulnerability of women in the face of HIV/AIDS 10 marks
Question Five
It is good for everybody to eat regularly and have a diet mixed well to make it balanced.
This is even more important for people living with HIV/AIDS .Discuss five ways in
which you can offer nutritional support to a person living with HIV/AIDS.10marks
