Question

A 15-year-old girl attends your GP surgery requesting the oral contraceptive pill and asks that her parents are not told. She understands the information given and can explain risks and benefits. She does not feel coerced. According to UK guidance, what is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Provide contraception if in her best interests and maintain confidentiality

Answer

Refuse contraception until her parents consent

Answer

Insist on telling her parents before prescribing

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Inform social services automatically

Answer

Tell her to return when she is 16

Practice question

A 15-year-old girl attends your GP surgery requesting the oral contraceptive pill and asks that her parents are not told. She understands the information given and can explain risks and benefits. She does not feel coerced. According to UK guidance, what is the most appropriate action?