Which of the following is MOST true about confidentiality and informed consent?

A) ?Once the client has been given the statement of confidentiality and informed consent forms to read and sign, the practitioner has met his/her responsibility.
B) ?It is the responsibility of the practitioner to be sure the client understands written or spoken communication about confidentiality and consent.
C) ?The statement of confidentiality and informed consent forms may be given to the client at any time throughout the course of treatment.
D) ?Informed consent is not required from adult clients as their attendance of the sessions can be considered as consent.


B

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