A 16-year-old girl attending for contraception mentions that she is in a relationship with a 17-year-old boy. She appears happy and there are no safeg...

Question

A 16-year-old girl attending for contraception mentions that she is in a relationship with a 17-year-old boy. She appears happy and there are no safeguarding concerns. She is assessed as Fraser competent. Can you provide contraception?

Accepted Answer

Yes, she is Fraser competent and contraception can be provided confidentially

Answer

No, she is under 18 and parental consent is required

Answer

Only if she is accompanied by a parent or guardian

Answer

Only condoms can be provided to under-16s

Answer

She must be referred to a specialist young person's service

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): Fraser Competent Under-16 Contraception Provision

A 16-year-old girl attending for contraception mentions that she is in a relationship with a 17-year-old boy. She appears happy and there are no safeguarding concerns. She is assessed as Fraser competent. Can you provide contraception?