MedBugs: SAQ #55

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Case: Mature minor

A 15-year-old female who is 7 weeks pregnant has presented to ED with PV bleeding. Ultrasound confirms an ectopic pregnancy with free fluid in the pelvis. She is haemodynamically stable. Her parents are not with her and are unaware of her pregnancy.

1. State what you understand by the mature minor principle. 2 marks

Her mother in now at the front desk and wants to see her child. The pa ent does not want to see her.

2. Outline your approach to this situation. 4 marks

3. What are the key principles in assessing capacity? 4 marks

4. Can she refuse treatment in this situa on? Explain your answer. 2 marks

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Case: Mature minor

1. State what you understand by the mature minor principle. 2 marks

2. Outline your approach to this situation. 4 marks

3. What are the key principles in assessing capacity? 4 marks

4. Can she refuse treatment in this situa on? Explain your answer. 2 marks

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