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Conscientious objection — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModeratePharmacy Law and EthicsConscientious objectionGPhC CRA

A pharmacist has a personal objection to supplying emergency contraception. The patient is within the time window for effective treatment. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: C — Ensure timely access to another appropriate provider

Professional standards require patient-centred care and continuity of access. Personal beliefs must not obstruct timely care. In this scenario, the correct option is ensure timely access to another appropriate provider. The other options are plausible but do not address the key clinical, legal or safety issue as directly. This aligns with UK pharmacy practice guidance cited in the reference field.

Reference: GPhC Standards; MEP