A nurse working in a psychiatric unit discovers that a client has disclosed intentions to harm a specific person outside the hospital. Balancing ethical principles, what is the nurse’s most appropriate action?

Break confidentiality to warn the victim and inform the healthcare team.

Immediately notify the victim without informing the treatment team.

Wait to see if the client acts on the threat before taking any action to respect client autonomy.

Maintain strict confidentiality and avoid disclosing the information to anyone.