A GP is approached by a 16-year-old requesting contraception without parental knowledge. Under what principle can the GP provide confidential advice a...

Question

A GP is approached by a 16-year-old requesting contraception without parental knowledge. Under what principle can the GP provide confidential advice and treatment?

Accepted Answer

Gillick competency

Answer

Fraser guidelines for under 16 only

Answer

They cannot provide without parental consent

Answer

This is only allowed from age 18

Answer

Must seek court order first

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Ethics and Professionalism

A GP is approached by a 16-year-old requesting contraception without parental knowledge. Under what principle can the GP provide confidential advice and treatment?