The Nurse on a Medical Unit Is Caring for a 19-Year-Old

The nurse on a medical unit is caring for a 19-year-old with complications from a congenital heart defect. The client's mother is consistently at the bedside asking questions and attempting to direct the treatment plan. Which of the following shows how the nurse should communicate with the mother?

A) Discuss personal information that the client shared with the nurse in confidence.
B) Provide the mother with any information required for continuity of care.
C) Explain that client confidentiality prevents the nurse from disclosing information.
D) Ask the client if he gives permission for the nurse to share information with the mother.