A child is brought in with bruises in various stages of healing in unusual locations. After reporting suspected abuse to child protective services, what is the physician's obligation if the family demands the report be withdrawn?
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A
Withdraw the report to maintain the therapeutic relationship
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B
Explain that mandatory reporting laws require the report to stand
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C
Contact CPS to place the report on hold pending investigation
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D
Refer the family to an attorney before proceeding