A 14-year-old girl attends the GP alone requesting emergency contraception after unprotected intercourse with her 14-year-old boyfriend last night. Sh...

Question

A 14-year-old girl attends the GP alone requesting emergency contraception after unprotected intercourse with her 14-year-old boyfriend last night. She is articulate and understands the consultation. The GP assesses her as Gillick competent. In addition to providing emergency contraception, which is the single most important additional consideration?

Accepted Answer

The GP should sensitively explore whether the sexual activity was consensual, age-appropriate, and whether there are any safeguarding concerns

Answer

The GP must contact the police as both parties are under 16

Answer

The GP must inform her parents before providing treatment

Answer

The GP cannot provide emergency contraception to anyone under 16

Answer

The GP should refuse to provide treatment and advise her to attend a sexual health clinic instead

uk-drcog MCQ (SBA): Safeguarding in Under-16 Contraception