A charge nurse on a mental health unit is preparing an in-service about client rights for a group of newly hired nurses. Which of the following information should the charge nurse plan to include?

Choice A reason: Nurses have a legal and ethical duty to warn identifiable third parties if a client poses a serious threat. Avoiding this warning may result in liability. Choice B reason: Discussing treatment with a partner without consent violates confidentiality, regardless of admission status. Involuntary admission does not waive privacy rights. Choice C reason: Clients retain the right to refuse medications unless a court order or emergency situation overrides this. Involuntary status does not eliminate this right. Choice D reason: Clients admitted via emergency commitment retain legal rights, including access to counsel. Denying this violates due process protections.