A 25-year-old man presents 2 hours after unprotected receptive anal intercourse with a partner of unknown HIV status. According to Australian guidelin...

Question

A 25-year-old man presents 2 hours after unprotected receptive anal intercourse with a partner of unknown HIV status. According to Australian guidelines, what is the most appropriate step regarding HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)?

Accepted Answer

Commence HIV PEP as soon as possible within 72 hours

Answer

PEP is not indicated as exposure was consensual

Answer

Wait for the partner to be tested and treat only if positive

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Start lifelong antiretroviral therapy immediately

Answer

No action is required for receptive anal intercourse

au-amc MCQ (SBA): HIV post-exposure prophylaxis

A 25-year-old man presents 2 hours after unprotected receptive anal intercourse with a partner of unknown HIV status. According to Australian guidelines, what is the most appropriate step regarding HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)?