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Old 05-02-2012, 05:58 PM   #9
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did she get reprimanded or lose her license? because that's SUPER illegal in most if not all states
No it isn't. HIV screening is appropriate for most patients in a routine H&P. Without consent it is illegal in some states, but as long as you ask the patient if it's ok and/or get the form signed, you are golden.
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