A client with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) is admitted to the acute care floor. According to a 2015 American Nurses Association (ANA) position statement, which stance addressing this bioethical issue is appropriate?
A) The nurse is morally obligated to care for the client unless the risk exceeds responsibility.
B) The nurse has the responsibility to ensure the client gets adequate medical care.
C) The client has the right to choose not to disclose his or her condition to staff.
D) The client is morally bound to disclose every aspect of his or her condition to staff.
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