Sexually transmitted infection

A young woman is diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection and is subsequently reported to the public health department. A public health nurse visits her, but she refuses to name her sexual contacts.

1. Should the woman be compelled by law to name her sexual contacts? Why or why not? Do the best interests of the woman’s sexual contacts and their contacts supersede the woman’s right to privacy? Explain your answer.

2. What values are involved in Ethics Issue 2?

3. What is the first duty of health care practitioners caring for the woman in Ethics Issue 2?