Question

A 22-year-old man is treated in a sexual health clinic for Chlamydia trachomatis infection. He refuses to allow partner notification and asks you not to tell his current partner. He has capacity. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Respect confidentiality but strongly encourage him to inform his partner and offer support with contact tracing

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Inform his partner directly without his consent

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Inform his GP so that they can contact the partner

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Inform public health authorities to mandate disclosure

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Inform his parents to put pressure on him

Practice question

A 22-year-old man is treated in a sexual health clinic for Chlamydia trachomatis infection. He refuses to allow partner notification and asks you not to tell his current partner. He has capacity. What is the most appropriate action?