CRACKCast E067 - Sexual Assault

 

This episode covers Chapter 67 of Rosen’s Emergency Medicine. Its a heavy topic, but important to get right.

• What precautions should be taken prior to engaging in potential sexual abuse cases?

• What information can be useful in determining the location and likelihood of injury in sexual assault?

• What is the prevalence of mental illness in sexual assault patients?  Which populations are found to have a higher proportion of mental illness?  What effect does mental illness have on the severity of the attack?

• What factors make genital injury more likely to be observed?  Less likely?

• What are the risks of STI's after sexual assault?

• What are appropriate treatments for STI prophylaxis in cases of suspected sexual abuse/assault?

• What resources exist to help medical providers and any victims of sexual abuse?

• What differences should be considered with male victims of sexual assault?

 

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Thank-you to Dr. Sampsel for her assistance with this episode!