A CPS specialist is working with a 14-year-old student who discloses suicidal ideation but begs the specialist not to tell anyone. What takes precedence?
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A
Confidentiality, because the student is the primary client
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B
The student's right to autonomy and self-determination
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C
Duty to protect, requiring breach of confidentiality to ensure safety
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D
Parental rights, so the specialist should tell the parents only