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Treating minors without their parents.

S M Selbst

    Pediatric Emergency Care
    |September 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Physicians can treat minors without parental consent in emergencies or when parental contact harms adolescent health. Legal protections exist for physicians acting in good faith, but malpractice laws still apply if care is substandard.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Law
    • Pediatric Emergency Medicine

    Background:

    • Minors often seek emergency department (ED) treatment unaccompanied by legal guardians.
    • Parental consent is typically required for medical treatment of minors.

    Observation:

    • In certain situations, contacting parents may be impractical or detrimental to adolescent health.
    • The law provides some protection for physicians treating consenting minors without parental consent under specific circumstances.

    Findings:

    • Physicians may treat minors without parental consent in emergencies or when parental involvement poses a risk.
    • The legal framework offers protection for well-intentioned physicians providing care to consenting minors.

    Implications:

    • Understanding legal exceptions is crucial for physicians treating minors in the ED.
    Keywords:
    Legal ApproachProfessional Patient Relationship

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  • Physicians must balance the need for consent with patient well-being and legal considerations.
  • Malpractice law remains applicable, requiring physicians to adhere to the standard of care.