Sexual assault disclosure — DRCOG MCQ
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Correct answer: C — Refer urgently to sexual assault referral services
Refer urgently to sexual assault referral services is the best answer because the vignette is testing Sexual assault disclosure and the recommended approach is consistent with FSRH; BASHH; safeguarding guidance. The other referral timings are either too slow for the risk described or use a pathway intended for a different presentation. Specifically, Offer combined hormonal contraception; Refer same day to the maternity assessment unit; Refer within two weeks on a suspected cancer pathway; Refer urgently for safeguarding assessment would be suboptimal in this scenario. Referral timing is determined by red flags, pregnancy stage and suspected cancer or emergency pathways.
Reference: FSRH; BASHH; safeguarding guidance