A community health nurse is applying the Ethical Principles for Effective Advocacy. Which of the following best describes the action(s) of the nurse? (Select all that apply.)
A) Act in the health care provider's best interest.
B) Keep the client (group, community) properly informed.
C) Maintain client confidentiality.
D) Carry out instructions with diligence and competence.
E) Provide advice to all members of the community.

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B) Keeping the client (group, community) properly informed ensures that they are aware of their health status, options, and the implications of their choices, which is fundamental to ethical advocacy. C) Maintaining client confidentiality is crucial in protecting the privacy and trust of those being advocated for, aligning with ethical standards. D) Carrying out instructions with diligence and competence ensures that the advocate is effectively and responsibly acting in the best interest of the client, which is a core principle of ethical advocacy.

A Community Health Nurse Is Applying the Ethical Principles for Effective