Question

A 35-year-old man attends the emergency department in an area of high HIV prevalence with a history of recurrent sexually transmitted infections. He presents with a chest infection and is being admitted. According to current guidance, which approach to HIV testing is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Offer routine HIV testing to all admissions in high-prevalence areas unless they opt out

Answer

Offer an HIV test only if the patient specifically requests it

Answer

Do not offer HIV testing in the emergency department

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Offer HIV testing only if the patient has a documented history of intravenous drug use

Answer

Wait for outpatient sexual health referral to arrange testing

Practice question

A 35-year-old man attends the emergency department in an area of high HIV prevalence with a history of recurrent sexually transmitted infections. He presents with a chest infection and is being admitted. According to current guidance, which approach to HIV testing is most appropriate?