Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
An adolescent who lives on their own and is refusing treatmentA nurse is caring for an adolescent who lives on their own and is refusing treatment. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Emancipated minors can refuse treatment, unlike requiring guardians, marriage, or STI-specific refusals.