Law &. Ethics for Medical Careers 5th Edition by Karen Judson,Carlene Harrison

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ETHICS ISSUE 2: A minor is admitted to the hospital as a result of a sexual assault, which she says was perpetrated by an uncle who lives in the household. The minor's mother indicates that the uncle is under treatment for gonorrhea with a local physician. A caseworker with Children's Protective Services is called and she has asked the local physician named for permission to review the uncle's medical records.
What is the first duty of health care practitioners caring for the minor in Ethical Issue 2?
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