23rd December 2021

You are working in general practice, and see a 13 year old girl in your clinic

You are working in general practice, and see a 13 year old girl in your clinic who is accompanied by her friend of the same age. With encouragement from her friend, she tearfully tells you that she is scared she might be pregnant, and that her uncle had sex with her against her will. The uncle is not somebody she is close to, and this occurred at a family celebration a few weeks ago. She begs you not to tell anyone, as she is “so embarrassed”.

Which of the following is the best course of action?  

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.