A Client Comes to the Clinic and Is Found to Have

Multiple Choice

A client comes to the clinic and is found to have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) .The client states to the nurse,"Promise you won't tell anyone about my condition." According to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996,which action must the nurse take?

A) Honor the client's wishes.
B) Respect the client's privacy and confidentiality.
C) Communicate only necessary information.
D) Not disclose any information to anyone.