The emergency room nurse is caring for a victim of sexual assault. What pharmacologic intervention should the nurse prepare to discuss with the victim? Select all that apply
1. Prophylactic analgesics
2. Postcoital contraceptive therapy
3. Prophylactic immunizations for tetanus
4. Postexposure prophylaxis with HIV antiviral medications
5. Prophylactic treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
2, 4, 5
Explanation:
1. Pain medications are not routinely required for this situation.
2. Postcoital contraceptive therapy should be offered to the victim.
3. Prophylactic tetanus immunization is not routinely required for this situation.
4. Postexposure prophylaxis with HIV antiviral medications should be offered to the victim.
5. Prophylactic treatment for STIs should be offered to the victim.
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