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The Law |  Right To Shelter NRS 432B.220 |  Consent to Medical


the law - NRS129.050/129.060

A minor may give consent for medical services if he is:

Married or has been married
A mother
In a physicians judgment at risk of suffering serious health hazards

Medical treatment and examination can be received and under the statute it is the medical professional must make a reasonable attempt to notify a parent. The minor may not consent to sterilization but can consent for all other medical needs for him/herself.







 
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