Delaware Code
Subchapter III. Abuse, Neglect, Mistreatment, Financial Exploitation, or Medication Diversion of Patients or Residents
§ 1139. Treatment by spiritual means.

Nothing in this subchapter may be construed to mean that a patient or resident is abused, neglected, or mistreated, or is the victim of medication diversion, for the sole reason the patient or resident relies on, or is being furnished with, treatment by spiritual means through prayer alone in accordance with the tenets and practices of a recognized church or religious denomination, nor may anything in this subchapter be construed to authorize or require any medical care or treatment over the implied or express objection of the patient or resident.

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