A nurse suspects a child is being physically abused. What is the nurse’s legal responsibility?

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B. Report the suspicion to child protective services per law and facility policy — Nurses are mandated reporters in the U.S. for suspected child abuse/neglect. Report suspicion (not proof) to the appropriate agency and follow policy for documentation.

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A. Confront the parents and prove the abuse occurred

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C. Keep the information confidential and take no action

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D. Contact the media to bring attention to the case