An adolescent client with a sexually transmitted infection (STI) says to the nurse, "Promise you won't tell my parents about my condition." Which action by the nurse is appropriate?
A) Disclosing information to the parents
B) Communicating only necessary information
C) Respecting the client's privacy and confidentiality
D) Honoring the client's wishes
Answer: B
Nurses are entrusted with sensitive information that, at times, must be revealed to other healthcare personnel in order to provide appropriate health care. In this case, the nurse may be required to report information to the state health department. The nurse is not obligated to disclose this information to the parents.
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