A 13-year-old repeatedly requests emergency contraception and appears frightened when an older adult waits outside. She asks the pharmacist not to

Question

A 13-year-old repeatedly requests emergency contraception and appears frightened when an older adult waits outside. She asks the pharmacist not to tell anyone. The consultation raises concerns about coercion. What is the legal classification/requirement?

Accepted Answer

Safeguarding duties may justify sharing relevant information with appropriate services

Answer

The accompanying adult must give consent

Answer

Confidentiality prevents any safeguarding action

Answer

Supply should be refused without speaking to the patient

Answer

The request should be treated as routine if payment is made

Safeguarding concern — GPhC CRA MCQ

A 13-year-old repeatedly requests emergency contraception and appears frightened when an older adult waits outside. She asks the pharmacist not to tell anyone. The consultation raises concerns about coercion. What is the legal classification/requirement?