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Confidentiality safeguarding balance — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A 15-year-old asks for emergency contraception and discloses that her partner is 27. She appears frightened and asks you not to tell anyone. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: A — Provide person-centred care and follow safeguarding procedures due to possible exploitation

Pharmacists should respect confidentiality but must act when safeguarding concerns arise. A 15-year-old with a much older partner may be at risk of exploitation or abuse. The pharmacist should assess competence, immediate safety and follow local safeguarding procedures. Promising absolute confidentiality would be inappropriate.

Reference: GPhC Standards; MEP