A 23-year-old woman presents to the GP reporting she was sexually assaulted 3 days ago. She has attended the police and a Sexual Assault Referral Cent...

Question

A 23-year-old woman presents to the GP reporting she was sexually assaulted 3 days ago. She has attended the police and a Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC). She has been given emergency contraception and STI prophylaxis. She attends the GP for follow-up. In addition to medical care, which is the single most important aspect of the GP's role?

Accepted Answer

Provide ongoing emotional support, signpost to counselling and advocacy services, document any injuries, and ensure safeguarding referrals are made if needed

Answer

Conduct a forensic examination

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The GP has no role after SARC attendance

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Contact the police on her behalf

Answer

Prescribe sedative medication

uk-drcog MCQ (SBA): GP Role After Sexual Assault