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

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An exception to the need for parental consent is if the individual is an emancipated minor. Eligibility for emancipation varies, depending on state laws; however, it can be sought by those younger than the age of majority (usually 18 years of age) who meet one or more of the following conditions: Married, In the armed forces, Living separately and apart from parents or a legal guardian or Self-supporting. Unless state law declares otherwise, an emancipated minor has the right to consent to treatment and the right to complete patient confidentiality, even from parents.

Which of the Following Is Considered an Emancipated Minor and Has