Which of the following patients can give informed consent?
A. A 14-year-old girl who needs abdominal surgery
B. A 24-year-old man who is mentally challenged
C. A 17-year-old boy who lives with his parents
D. A 16-year-old girl who is married and self-supporting
E. A 15-year-old boy who has an STI
D. A 16-year-old girl who is married and self-supporting
Married minors and those who are self-supporting and do not live with their parents are allowed to give informed consent.
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