Dorothy is a 6-year-old child who has severe asthma and comes in frequently for checkups. She is a happy, friendly child, and the entire office is fond of her. One day you notice a coworker giving Dorothy a little handmade ragdoll. Which professional behavior does your coworker need to improve?

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Giving a patient, especially a child, a personal gift can blur the lines of professional boundaries. It's important to maintain a professional relationship with patients, and while kindness and compassion are encouraged, personal gifts can create an inappropriate dynamic or expectations.

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