Question

A 35-year-old man with HIV discloses that he has unprotected intercourse with multiple partners but refuses to inform them of his status. What is the doctor's legal/ethical obligation in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Maintain confidentiality but encourage disclosure and safe sex

Answer

Breach confidentiality and inform his partners

Answer

Immediately notify the police

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Refuse to continue his care

Answer

Apply for a court order to enforce disclosure

Practice question

A 35-year-old man with HIV discloses that he has unprotected intercourse with multiple partners but refuses to inform them of his status. What is the doctor's legal/ethical obligation in the UK?