A 40-year-old GP is asked by a close friend to prescribe strong opioid painkillers for chronic back pain. The friend does not wish to see another doct...

Question

A 40-year-old GP is asked by a close friend to prescribe strong opioid painkillers for chronic back pain. The friend does not wish to see another doctor. What is the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Decline to prescribe and advise the friend to consult their own GP

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Prescribe opioids to maintain the friendship

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Prescribe but avoid documenting the consultation

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Prescribe only if the friend signs a disclaimer

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Provide repeat prescriptions indefinitely without review

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Prescribing for friends and family

A 40-year-old GP is asked by a close friend to prescribe strong opioid painkillers for chronic back pain. The friend does not wish to see another doctor. What is the most appropriate response?