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MCQ 17: Treating MinorsA 14-year-old refuses a life-saving blood transfusion due to religious beliefs. Her parents agree with her decision. What should you do?A. Respect the minor's decisionB. Seek a court order to proceed with the transfusionC. Convince the parents to overrule the minorD. Proceed with the transfusion without consentE. Discharge the patient against medical adviceAnswer: BExplanation: In cases where a minor refuses lifesaving treatment and parents support this decision, it's appropriate to seek a court order. The court can authorize treatment in the child's best interests.
