A 3-month-old has bruising on the ears and torso. Parents give inconsistent histories. CT head shows a small subdural haemorrhage, skeletal survey is

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A 3-month-old has bruising on the ears and torso. Parents give inconsistent histories. CT head shows a small subdural haemorrhage, skeletal survey is pending, and the infant is clinically stable. What is the most appropriate disposition?

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Admit under paediatrics with child protection team involvement and mandated reporting

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Discharge with parents after safety-net advice

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Police interview before medical stabilisation

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Document accidental bruising and arrange primary care review

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Outpatient skeletal survey in 2 weeks without notification

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A 3-month-old has bruising on the ears and torso. Parents give inconsistent histories. CT head shows a small subdural haemorrhage, skeletal survey is pending, and the infant is clinically stable. What is the most appropriate disposition?