Hormonal Contraception in Patient Safety, Preventive & Ethics — Case | Ethics | SMLE Q#10991
SMLE Question #10991
Patient Safety, Preventive & Ethics
Ethics
Objective: OBJ-243
Last updated: February 2026
A 21-year-old sexually active woman requests a prescription for hormonal contraception. She reports two male partners in the past year and inconsistent condom use. You counsel her on recommended screening for sexually transmitted infections for her age group. She declines testing despite understanding the purpose, risks, benefits, and alternatives. She is alert, oriented, and demonstrates decision-making capacity. What is the most appropriate physician action?
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