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Union of India - Subsection

Section 5(4) in The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Rules, 2012

(4)The registered medical practitioner rendering emergency medical care shall attend to the needs of the child, including -
(i)treatment for cuts, bruises, and other injuries including genital injuries, if any;
(ii)treatment for exposure to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) including prophylaxis for identified STDs;
(iii)treatment for exposure to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), including prophylaxis for HIV after necessary consultation with infectious disease experts;
(iv)possible pregnancy and emergency contraceptives should be discussed with the pubertal child and her parent or any other person in whom the child has trust and confidence; and,
(v)wherever necessary, a referral or consultation for mental or psychological health or other counselling should be made.