A nurse reports an incident of suspected child abuse. One of the parents of the child becomes upset and demands to know the reason for the nurse's action. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?

A. Explaining that it is a legal requirement for nurses to report suspected child abuse is appropriate and provides a clear and factual reason for the nurse's actions. B. Deferring to the provider may delay addressing the parent's concerns and does not directly answer the question. C. Shifting responsibility to the supervisor is not appropriate and can confuse the parent about the process. D. Saying that the nurse is unable to discuss the matter without further explanation can increase the parent's frustration and does not provide clarity.