A charge nurse in a community mental health clinic is discussing ethical concepts of client care with a newly licensed nurse. The charge nurse should use which of the following situations as an example of fidelity?

A. Spending equal time with clients regardless of their insurance status: This demonstrates justice, which refers to fairness and equitable treatment of all clients, rather than fidelity. B. Explaining possible adverse effects to clients receiving new prescriptions: Fidelity involves keeping promises and being faithful to commitments made to clients. Providing accurate information about medications reflects the nurse’s commitment to honesty, trustworthiness, and advocating for client safety. C. Respecting the decision of clients to refuse to participate in group therapy: This illustrates autonomy, which emphasizes respecting a client’s right to make decisions about their own care. It is not specifically an example of fidelity. D. Attending an educational conference on identifying clients at risk for suicide: This demonstrates beneficence, as it shows the nurse’s commitment to improving knowledge and providing better care. It does not directly reflect fidelity to clients.