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Confidentiality safeguarding — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A 14-year-old asks for STI treatment and says her partner is 24. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: B — Prioritise safeguarding while respecting confidentiality as far as possible

This scenario assesses Confidentiality safeguarding in a UK pharmacy practice context. Confidentiality may need to be breached appropriately where safeguarding risk is identified. The best answer is Prioritise safeguarding while respecting confidentiality as far as possible because it addresses the principal clinical, legal or safety issue before routine supply. The other options are less appropriate because they either miss the key risk, delay necessary review, or would not meet expected BNF, NICE, MEP, MHRA or GPhC practice standards.

Reference: GPhC Standards; MEP