is being nursed in isolation and as, a result of investigations, he is found to have contracted syphilis. Jordan is a 33 year old married man who has recently been involved in casual sex with men. His wife is unaware that he is bisexual and Jordan has made it clear that under no circumstances is his wife to be informed. However, it is likely that his wife is infected so he wants the hospital staff to ask their GP to treat her without giving her a diagnosis. Jordan says he loves his wife and she will be devastated; therefore, it is his wish to do everything he can to keep his marriage together. He demands that the medical and nursing staff respect his confidentiality or he will discharge himself. The doctors say Jordan’s wife must be told and that she cannot be treated without giving informed consent.

Question ordan is admitted to hospital as he has been found to have TB. Heis being nursed in isolation and as, a result of investigations, he is found to have contracted syphilis. Jordan is a 33 year old married man who has recently been involved in casual sex with men. His wife is unaware that he is bisexual and Jordan has made it clear that under no circumstances is his wife to be informed. However, it is likely that his wife is infected so he wants the hospital staff to ask their GP to treat her without giving her a diagnosis. Jordan says he loves his wife and she will be devastated; therefore, it is his wish to do everything he can to keep his marriage together. He demands that the medical and nursing staff respect his confidentiality or he will discharge himself. The doctors say Jordan’s wife must be told and that she cannot be treated without giving informed consent. Health Science Science Nursing HEALTH AND CBB259 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)