A coach discovers that an athlete has been taking a banned supplement without the coach's knowledge. What is the most ethically appropriate first step?
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A
Immediately report the athlete to the athletic director without discussion
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B
Privately discuss the situation with the athlete and educate them on the risks and rules
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C
Ignore the situation if the athlete is a key contributor to the team
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D
Punish the athlete publicly to deter others from doing the same