What is the main purpose of Republic Act No.

11166, also known as the Philippine HIV and

AIDS Policy Act?
A. To prohibit HIV testing in minors
B. To strengthen the country’s response to HIV and AIDS through prevention, treatment, and
support
C. To restrict the use of antiretroviral therapy (ART)
D. To make HIV testing mandatory for all individuals

Answer: B. To strengthen the country’s response to HIV and AIDS through prevention,
treatment, and support

When was Republic Act No. 11166 approved?

A. December 20, 2018
B. February 13, 1989
C. December 3, 1992
D. October 25, 2015

Answer: A. December 20, 2018

What is the function of the Philippine National AIDS Council (PNAC)?

A. To regulate hospital services
B. To provide a comprehensive approach to HIV/AIDS prevention and control
C. To impose penalties on HIV-positive individuals
D. To conduct laboratory testing for HIV

Answer: B. To provide a comprehensive approach to HIV/AIDS prevention and control

Answer: C. blood transfusion

What is the difference between HIV and AIDS?

A. HIV is a virus, while AIDS is a condition caused by the virus
B. AIDS can be transmitted, but HIV cannot
C. HIV can be cured, while AIDS is permanent
D. AIDS is a bacterial infection, while HIV is a fungal infection

Answer: A. HIV is a virus, while AIDS is a condition caused by the virus

What is the significance of the Mature Minor Doctrine in the context of HIV testing?
A. It allows minors to get tested for HIV without parental consent
B. It mandates that only adults can be tested for HIV
C. It prohibits minors from receiving antiretroviral therapy
D. It requires court approval for minors to access HIV services

Answer: A. It allows minors to get tested for HIV without parental consent
What is an opportunistic infection?
A. A disease that only affects children
B. An infection that occurs due to a weakened immune system
C. A disease that is not related to HIV
D. An infection that spreads through the air

Answer: B. An infection that occurs due to a weakened immune system

Which agency regulates HIV testing centers in the Philippines?

A. Department of Education (DepEd)
B. Health Facilities Services Regulatory Bureau (HFSRB)
C. Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)
D. Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)

Answer: B. Health Facilities Services Regulatory Bureau (HFSRB)

What is the role of antiretroviral therapy (ART) in HIV treatment?

A. It completely eliminates HIV from the body
B. It helps manage HIV and prevents its progression to AIDS
C. It is only used for people who do not have HIV
D. It is used to treat tuberculosis

Answer: B. It helps manage HIV and prevents its progression to AIDS

What year was HIV first reported in the Philippines?

A. 1979
B. 1982
C. 1984
D. 1989

Answer: C. 1984

Which body was first tasked with managing HIV/AIDS prevention and control in the Philippines?
A. Department of Health (DOH)
B. Philippine National AIDS Council (PNAC)
C. Commission on Human Rights (CHR)
D. Philippine Red Cross

Answer: B. Philippine National AIDS Council (PNAC)

14. In what year did HIV testing become mandatory for blood donors in the Philippines?
A. 1979
B. 1989
C. 1992
D. 2000

Answer: B. 1989

15. Which of the following is NOT a mode of HIV transmission?

A. Unprotected sexual intercourse
B. Sharing contaminated needles
C. Blood transfusion with infected blood
D. Shaking hands with an HIV-positive person

Answer: D. Shaking hands with an HIV-positive person

Under Republic Act No. 11166, what is required before conducting HIV testing?
A. Informed consent
B. Parental consent for all individuals
C. Police authorization
D. Court order

Answer: A. Informed consent

Which of the following is NOT a function of PNAC?

A. Coordinating the national response to HIV/AIDS
B. Conducting HIV testing
C. Monitoring and evaluating HIV programs
D. Advising the government on HIV-related policies

Answer: B. Conducting HIV testing

What does the term “safe sex practices” include?

A. Engaging in multiple sexual partners
B. Avoiding condom use
C. Using protection and getting tested for STIs
D. Avoiding any sexual activity

Answer: C. Using protection and getting tested for STIs

What is the penalty for violating confidentiality rules regarding HIV status under Republic Act
No. 11166?
A. No penalty is given
B. Monetary fines and imprisonment
C. Only a verbal warning
D. Permanent ban from employment
Answer: B. Monetary fines and imprisonment

Anna, a 24-year-old woman, tested positive for HIV at a government clinic. She gave informed
consent for testing, but a staff member disclosed her status to her employer without her
permission. As a result, she was dismissed from work due to stigma surrounding HIV.
What legal protection does Anna have under Republic Act No. 11166?
A. None, because employers have the right to know an employee's medical status
B. She is protected under RA 11166, which penalizes unauthorized disclosure of HIV status
C. She must disclose her HIV status to her employer under the law
D. The staff member did nothing wrong because Anna got tested in a public clinic

Answer: B. She is protected under RA 11166, which penalizes unauthorized disclosure of HIV
status

Mark, a 16-year-old student, suspects he might have been exposed to HIV. He wants to get
tested but is afraid his parents will find out. The healthcare provider informs him that parental
consent is required.
What is the correct legal approach regarding Mark’s situation?
A. Mark cannot get tested without parental consent under any circumstances
B. Mark can get tested without parental consent under the Mature Minor Doctrine
C. The healthcare provider must get a court order before testing Mark
D. Mark must be at least 18 years old to get tested for HIV

Answer: B. Mark can get tested without parental consent under the Mature Minor Doctrine

Carlos, an HIV-positive patient, visits a private clinic for a dental procedure. Upon learning about
his HIV status, the dentist refuses to provide treatment, citing concerns about infection.
What legal violation did the dentist commit?
A. None, as healthcare providers can refuse treatment for any reason
B. The dentist violated RA 11166 by discriminating against a person living with HIV
C. Carlos must disclose his HIV status before receiving any medical treatment
D. The dentist was correct in refusing treatment due to infection risk

Answer: B. The dentist violated RA 11166 by discriminating against a person living with HIV

Miguel, a tattoo artist, uses the same set of needles on multiple clients without proper
sterilization. A client later tests positive for HIV and traces the possible source of infection to
Miguel’s shop.
Which mode of HIV transmission applies in this case?
A. Unprotected sexual intercourse
B. Perinatal transmission
C. Bloodborne transmission through shared needles
D. Casual contact
Answer: C. Bloodborne transmission through shared needles

Liza, an office worker, was diagnosed with HIV and continued working without any issues.
However, when her employer found out about her condition, they reassigned her to a
lower-paying position, claiming she could no longer perform her duties effectively.
What does the law say about Liza’s situation?
A. Employers can reassign employees with HIV if they think it's necessary
B. Liza’s reassignment is a form of workplace discrimination under RA 11166
C. Liza must resign from her job after an HIV diagnosis
D. The employer has the right to demote Liza because HIV affects her productivity

Answer: B. Liza’s reassignment is a form of workplace discrimination under RA 11166

What is the primary goal of the Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) strategies
under PNAC?
A. To restrict access to HIV-related information
B. To promote awareness and behavioral change regarding HIV/AIDS
C. To prevent people from getting tested for HIV
D. To eliminate HIV testing centers

Answer: B. To promote awareness and behavioral change regarding HIV/AIDS

What are the three major preventive measures for HIV transmission?
A. Safe sex, blood screening, and sterilized needles
B. Isolation of HIV-positive individuals, strict monitoring, and quarantine
C. Immediate vaccine administration, use of antibiotics, and herbal medicine
D. None of the above

Answer: A. Safe sex, blood screening, and sterilized needles

Why is the concept of “Evolving Capacities of the Child” relevant to HIV/AIDS testing?
A. It ensures that minors have decision-making autonomy in their health care
B. It prevents minors from accessing health services
C. It is only applicable to medical doctors
D. It requires government approval before any minor can undergo testing

Answer: A. It ensures that minors have decision-making autonomy in their health care

Why is it important for blood donors to undergo HIV screening?

A. To prevent the transmission of HIV through blood transfusion
B. To increase the number of people diagnosed with HIV
C. To ensure only young people can donate blood
D. To promote the use of untested blood in medical emergencies
Answer: A. To prevent the transmission of HIV through blood transfusion

How does informed consent protect individuals undergoing HIV testing?

A. It ensures they voluntarily agree to testing with full knowledge of risks and benefits
B. It forces people to disclose their HIV status
C. It limits the number of people getting tested
D. It allows healthcare providers to perform testing without permission

Answer: A. It ensures they voluntarily agree to testing with full knowledge of risks and benefits

If a doctor refuses to treat an HIV-positive patient due to fear of transmission, which law does
this violate?
A. RA 11166 – Philippine HIV and AIDS Policy Act
B. The Food and Drug Administration Act
C. The Hospital Code of Ethics
D. The National Health Insurance Act

Answer: A. RA 11166 – Philippine HIV and AIDS Policy Act

What should a medical technologist do if a patient refuses HIV testing despite being at high
risk?
A. Respect the patient’s decision and provide counseling
B. Force the patient to take the test
C. Report the patient to authorities
D. Refuse to treat the patient

Answer: A. Respect the patient’s decision and provide counseling

A lawmaker suggests that HIV-positive individuals should be required to disclose their status
publicly. Why is this problematic?
A. It violates the right to privacy and could lead to discrimination
B. It would help reduce HIV transmission
C. It aligns with global health policies
D. It ensures that HIV-positive individuals are isolated

Answer: A. It violates the right to privacy and could lead to discrimination

A company refuses to hire an applicant after learning they are HIV-positive. What legal action
can be taken?
A. File a case under RA 11166 for workplace discrimination
B. Accept the rejection and move on
C. The company has the right to deny employment
D. No legal action can be taken
Answer: A. File a case under RA 11166 for workplace discrimination

What is compulsory HIV testing?

A. Mandatory testing for all individuals
B. Testing required by law for specific situations
C. Random testing for research purposes
D. A voluntary testing program

Answer: B. Testing required by law for specific situations

Which law regulates HIV testing and confidentiality in the Philippines?

A. RA 8504
B. RA 11166
C. EO No. 39
D. RA 7877

Answer: B. RA 11166

What is the main purpose of HIV counseling?

A. To discourage people from getting tested
B. To support and educate individuals about HIV testing and management
C. To enforce mandatory testing
D. To disclose HIV status publicly

Answer: B. To support and educate individuals about HIV testing and management

Which of the following is NOT a phase of HIV counseling?

A. Pre-test counseling
B. Post-test counseling
C. Genetic counseling
D. Risk-reduction counseling

Answer: C. Genetic counseling

What does ART stand for in HIV treatment?

A. Antiretroviral Therapy
B. Acute Resistance Treatment
C. AIDS Response Testing
D. Antibody Reaction Test

Answer: A. Antiretroviral Therapy

What is the first step when conducting an HIV confirmatory test using the Philippine RHIVDA?
A. Perform a Western Blot test immediately
B. Conduct pre-test counseling and obtain informed consent
C. Directly inform the patient of their HIV status
D. Start antiretroviral therapy (ART) before testing

Answer: B. Conduct pre-test counseling and obtain informed consent

If an initial HIV rapid test is reactive, what should be done next according to RHIVDA?
A. Immediately classify the patient as HIV-positive
B. Conduct a second rapid HIV test using a different kit
C. Start the patient on ART without further testing
D. Require the patient to get a Western Blot test

Answer: B. Conduct a second rapid HIV test using a different kit

What happens if the second HIV rapid test is also reactive?

A. The result is confirmed as HIV-positive
B. A third confirmatory test is needed to finalize the diagnosis
C. The patient must take a Western Blot test
D. The result is invalid, and the test must be repeated after a month

Answer: B. A third confirmatory test is needed to finalize the diagnosis

How many sequential reactive results are required for an HIV-positive confirmation under
RHIVDA?
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four

Answer: C. Three

What is the proper procedure if the second HIV rapid test is non-reactive after an initial reactive
result?
A. The patient is diagnosed as HIV-negative
B. The patient is asked to return after 2 weeks for retesting
C. A third tie-breaker test must be conducted
D. The test is invalid and must be repeated immediately

Answer: C. A third tie-breaker test must be conducted

What should a healthcare provider do after a confirmatory HIV-positive result?

A. Conduct post-test counseling and refer the patient for treatment and support
B. Inform the patient immediately and require them to notify their family
C. Publicly disclose the patient’s HIV status to healthcare authorities
D. Stop further counseling and let the patient handle the results alone

Answer: A. Conduct post-test counseling and refer the patient for treatment and support

In the RHIVDA process, what should be done if all three tests yield non-reactive results?
A. Inform the patient they are HIV-negative and advise retesting after the window period
B. Repeat the three-test process immediately
C. Consider the test inconclusive and request a Western Blot test
D. Require the patient to take ART as a precaution

Answer: A. Inform the patient they are HIV-negative and advise retesting after the window
period

Why is post-test counseling essential in the RHIVDA process?

A. To provide emotional support and explain next steps for both reactive and non-reactive
results
B. To convince the patient to disclose their HIV status immediately
C. To enforce mandatory treatment even if the patient refuses
D. To require the patient to inform their employer about their HIV status

Answer: A. To provide emotional support and explain next steps for both reactive and
non-reactive results