A client discloses that they are actively planning to harm a specific third party. Under duty-to-warn principles aligned with IC&RC ethics, the counselor should:
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A
Maintain strict confidentiality because the information was shared in session
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B
Warn the identifiable potential victim and notify appropriate authorities
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C
Document the threat and take no further action until the next session
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D
Immediately discharge the client from treatment