An 8-year-old girl is brought to the outpatient clinic by her mother, who states that the child fell while playing and may have broken her arm. You gently ask the child if you can look at her arm, but she runs to the corner of the room and crouches down, terrified. A closer look reveals half-healed bruises on both arms. You leave the room and report to the licensed practitioner that you suspect that the child is being abused. In doing this, what professional behavior is being displayed?
A. Patient advocacy
B. Maintaining professional boundaries
C. Respecting cultural diversity
D. Showing self-confidence
E. Accepting constructive criticism
Answer: A
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