Citation

Beebe DK. Am. Fam. Physician 1991; 43(6): 2041-2046.

Affiliation

University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1991, American Academy of Family Physicians)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

2042547

Abstract

Estimates are that one in every six women is raped during her lifetime. The family physician must be able to evaluate and treat the rape victim in the emergency setting. A detailed history, careful physical examination, collection of medical specimens for legal purposes, assessment of the patient's psychologic state, prophylaxis of venereal disease and pregnancy counseling are required.

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