A television reporter calls the nursing unit requesting an update on the status of an elected official from the community who was admitted to the unit. Which statement is the most appropriate response by the nurse when the reporter requests the official diagnosis?

“Only the client’s health care provider is authorized to release that information.”.

“I can confirm that the client is on the unit but no diagnosis has been made.”.

“I don’t know because tests are still being run on the client.”.

“You need to speak to the designated hospital contact.”.