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An elderly patient shows signs of abuse (bruises, withdrawn, aggressive son). The dentist's legal obligation is to:

  1. Follow up at next appointment
  2. Report suspected elder abuse to authorities (APS)
  3. Confront the son
  4. Document and observe without reporting
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Correct answer: B. Report suspected elder abuse to authorities (APS)

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