Scenario #1 Imagine that you are working as the medical processional at a high school. A 17-year-old student who tested positive for HIV a few months ago visits the health office to discuss some symptoms he is having. He informs you that he is having unprotected sex with his girlfriend. He is afraid that she will leave him if he tells her he is HIV positive. The student also is fearful that his girlfriend will tell others about his condition, and that he will be abandoned and teased by his friends. 1. What is your legal responsibility in this situation? Do you need to inform the parents or guardians? Do you need to inform the girlfriend? 2. What ethical considerations exist? 3. Identify the various courses of action and then choose one. What would you do in this situation and why?
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