A parent requests that a supervisor stop using the term 'autism' in all documentation for their child. What is the MOST ethical response?
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A
Honor the request fully and remove all diagnostic references from clinical records
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B
Explain record-keeping obligations but use preferred language in non-clinical communications where appropriate
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C
Deny the request since diagnosis must appear in all records
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D
Transfer the family to a different supervisor who agrees with the request