
A family member of a patient with delusions of persecution asks the nurse, "Are there any circumstances under which the treatment team is justified in violating a patient's right to confidentiality?" The nurse should reply that confidentiality may be breached
A) under no circumstances.
B) at the discretion of the psychiatrist.
C) when questions are asked by law enforcement.
D) if the patient threatens the life of another person.
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