Question

A 42-year-old man with HIV attends clinic. His viral load is undetectable on antiretroviral therapy. He refuses to allow you to inform his new sexual partner of his diagnosis. You are confident he understands the risks. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Respect confidentiality but strongly encourage him to disclose and practise safer sex, documenting the discussion

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Breaching confidentiality and contacting his partner directly without informing him

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Inform his partner via her GP without telling him

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Inform occupational health so that they can inform the partner

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Report him to the police for endangering life

Practice question

A 42-year-old man with HIV attends clinic. His viral load is undetectable on antiretroviral therapy. He refuses to allow you to inform his new sexual partner of his diagnosis. You are confident he understands the risks. What is the most appropriate action?