The spouse of a patient who experiences delusions asks the nurse, “Are there any circumstances under which the treatment team is justified in violating the patient’s right to confidentiality?” What is the nurse’s best response?

“We are not bound if the patient threatens the life of another person.”

“We can’t violate that confidence under any circumstances.”

“We are obligated to answer questions asked by law enforcement.”

“We can do that only at the discretion of the psychiatrist.”