A nurse asks a client if they prefer to attend the morning or afternoon group therapy session. The nurse should identify that this as an example of which of the following ethical principles?

Rationale:A. Beneficence refers to actions that promote the well-being of others, which is not the primary focus of this scenario.B. Nonmaleficence involves the duty to do no harm, which is important in all nursing actions but is not specifically demonstrated here.C. Justice involves fairness and equality in providing care, which is not the central ethical principle in this context.D. Autonomy refers to respecting a client's right to make their own decisions. By asking the client to choose between morning or afternoon group therapy, the nurse is supporting the client's autonomy by allowing them to make decisions about their care.