Which of the Following Is Considered an Emancipated Minor and Has

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered an emancipated minor and has the right to consent to treatment and patient confidentiality?

• A) 17-year-old with a life-threatening situation
• B) 16-year-old requesting treatment of sexually transmitted infections
• C) Self-supporting 16-year-old living separately from parents or legal guardian
• D) 14-year-old seeking drug or alcohol rehab

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Definitions:

Action in Negligence

A legal claim brought against someone for harm caused by their failure to act as a careful person would under similar circumstances.

Doctrine of Strict Liability

A legal principle holding parties responsible for damages or harms caused by their actions, regardless of fault or intention.

Fault

A legal term often used in negligence cases, referring to responsibility or blame for an accident or misdeed.

Injury

A physical or emotional harm caused by an accident, disease, or deliberate act.