Question

A 17-year-old girl attends a sexual health clinic seeking advice about contraception. She is sexually active with her 18-year-old boyfriend and asks that her parents are not informed. She appears mature and understands the information provided. Under what circumstances may confidentiality be breached without her consent?

Accepted Answer

If there is evidence of abuse, exploitation or risk of serious harm

Answer

Never, regardless of risk

Answer

If her parents telephone the clinic requesting information

Answer

If she changes partners

Answer

If she is using contraception inconsistently

Practice question