In nursing, veracity refers to the nurse's obligation to provide truthful and accurate information to the client. Which of the following best describes the principle of veracity?

A. Being trustworthy in following through with promises: This describes fidelity, which is the nurse’s duty to keep commitments and maintain trust. B. Taking actions to promote access to mental health services: This relates to justice, which is about ensuring fairness and equal access to healthcare. C. Providing ethically sound practice for clients and families: This falls under nonmaleficence and beneficence, ensuring ethical care and minimizing harm. D. Being truthful and authentic with clients: Veracity means providing truthful and accurate information, ensuring clients receive honest and reliable details about their care.