A 22-year-old man attends A&E 3 hours after a sexual assault. What is the most appropriate immediate priority in his care?...

Question

A 22-year-old man attends A&E 3 hours after a sexual assault. What is the most appropriate immediate priority in his care?

Accepted Answer

Provide a private environment, address immediate safety and obtain consent for forensic and medical assessment

Answer

Ensure forensic evidence is collected before offering any medical treatment

Answer

Provide clinical assessment, emergency contraception and STI prophylaxis before any psychosocial support

Answer

Inform his parents regardless of his wishes

Answer

Inform the police without his consent in all cases

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Professional duties after sexual assault disclosure