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Can you tell me are doctors required by law to tell parents w/children under 18 that their child has a terminal illness?
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Yes/No: As i understand, law does not specify this. Some children are mature enough to understand this also want to be involved in their care.
Answered 4/1/2014
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Should be: Not a lawyer, but would think so unless there is a court order for the parent not to have access to their child's medical record.
Answered 7/13/2014
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