Once you suspect that a child may have been abused, you should:
A) apprise the caregiver of your suspicions.
B) transport the child to the hospital at once.
C) question the child in front of the caregiver.
D) carefully document what you see and hear.
Answer: D) carefully document what you see and hear.
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