Which of the following statements is true in dealing with an HIV-positive client who refuses to disclose his or her condition to a partner?
A) There is a legal duty to warn the partner.
B) There is both a legal and an ethical duty to warn the partner.
C) There is not a duty to warn, but the ACA Code of Ethics gives permission to breach confidentiality in respect to contagious life-threatening diseases.
D) A recent court case has determined that professionals have a duty to warn and protect innocent people.

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The ACA Code of Ethics allows for the breach of confidentiality in cases involving contagious, life-threatening diseases, indicating that while there may not be a universal legal duty to warn, ethical guidelines provide a framework for considering such actions.

Which of the Following Statements Is True in Dealing with an HIV-Positive