A 7-year-old girl is brought to the pediatrician for a well-child check. During the examination, the pediatrician notes the shown lesions on the patient’s back. The patient’s parents report a recent respiratory illness for which their community healer performed treatment with mild improvement. Which of the following is the most appropriate next step?

A. Apply topical corticosteroid daily

B. Call child protective services

C. Initiate topical retinoid nightly

D. Obtain serum ferritin

E. Perform skin biopsy

F. Reassure and observe

G. Review medication list

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