Question

A 40-year-old man is newly diagnosed with HIV. He is distressed and asks you not to record the diagnosis in his GP electronic record because he fears stigma. What is the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Explain that you must make an accurate, relevant record but access is restricted to those involved in his care

Answer

Agree and keep no record to protect his privacy

Answer

Record an inaccurate diagnosis to hide this from others

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Refuse to treat him unless he allows open access to his record

Answer

Share his status with all practice staff immediately

Practice question

A 40-year-old man is newly diagnosed with HIV. He is distressed and asks you not to record the diagnosis in his GP electronic record because he fears stigma. What is the most appropriate response?