A nurse is in a meeting with her colleagues. One of the colleagues mentions that a young client, who many know, is a bisexual. What should the nurse do first?

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The nurse should first address the breach of confidentiality with the colleague who disclosed the client's personal information. It is important for all healthcare professionals to maintain client privacy and respect their right to confidentiality. Reporting the colleague to a professional association or inquiring about the client's parents are not relevant or appropriate actions at this stage. Asking when the client disclosed this information may be important to clarify if it was shared with the colleague in a professional or personal context, but it is still secondary to addressing the breach of confidentiality.

A Nurse Is in a Meeting with Her Colleagues