Sexual Health

Question 1

4 principles which apply to any ethical situation

Answer 1

• Respect for autonomy
• Non-maleficence
• Beneficence
• Justice

Question 2

GMC Confidentiality guidance on Serious Communicable Diseases 2017

Answer 2

You may disclose info to a person who has close direct contact with a patient who has a serious communicable disease if you have reason to think that:
- Person is at risk of infection that is likely to result in serious harm
AND
- Patient has not informed them/cannot be persuaded to do so