A nurse is reviewing information about ethical client care with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of fidelity?

Explanation A. Fidelity involves keeping promises made to clients Fidelity is an ethical principle that pertains to the nurse's duty to be faithful, loyal, and keep promises made to clients. It involves acting in a trustworthy and reliable manner, maintaining commitments, and upholding the client's rights and autonomy. Option B is incorrect because it refers to autonomy, which is another ethical principle that involves respecting the client's right to make their own health care decisions. Option C is incorrect because it refers to nonmaleficence, which is the principle of ensuring that we do no harm to the client and avoiding actions that may cause harm or have a negative impact on the client's well-being. Option D is incorrect because it refers to justice, which involves treating every client with fairness, equality, and respect, but it does not specifically address the concept of fidelity.