Standardizing HIV post-exposure prophylaxis in the emergency department following sexual assault.
Jennifer Silva-NashStacie BordelonSherrie A SearcyRyan K DarePublished in: HIV medicine (2021)
Implementation of a comprehensive nPEP programme resulted in improved guideline compliance with more frequent and appropriate ART administration. Recommended screening laboratories and hepatitis B vaccinations were more commonly performed, but in-person follow-up remained low. The nPEP programmes should be implemented to standardize efforts that decrease the risk of HIV transmission.