A nurse on a mental health unit is caring for a client who has anorexia nervosa. Which of the following statements by the nurse promotes the ethical principle of client autonomy?

A. "It is your choice to share personal information during group therapy" is correct. The ethical principle of autonomy emphasizes respecting a client's right to make decisions about their own care, including the right to share or withhold personal information. Allowing the client to choose what to share supports their independence and decision-making ability. B. "I will be truthful when answering questions about your treatment" promotes veracity, not autonomy. While truthfulness is important in nursing, it does not directly pertain to the principle of client autonomy. C. "The nursing staff here will provide you with nonjudgmental care" promotes beneficence and respect for the client's dignity, but it does not directly address the principle of autonomy, which focuses on the client’s ability to make choices. D. "I will only discuss your medical information with the health care team" supports confidentiality and privacy, not autonomy. Autonomy involves respecting a client’s decision-making, not just protecting their information.