Which of the following is a circumstance under which information can be disclosed without consent?

Disclosing information without consent is permissible in certain circumstances, particularly when there is a significant risk of harm to an individual or the public. In the context of healthcare and dietetics, professionals have an ethical and legal obligation to act when they believe someone may be at risk of serious injury or harm.

In the case of a significant risk of bodily harm, the healthcare practitioner may disclose information necessary to prevent such harm. This can involve sharing pertinent details with other healthcare professionals or authorities responsible for ensuring safety. This action is justified under the principles of public safety and duty to warn, which prioritize the protection of individuals and society over the need for confidentiality in specific instances.

The other circumstances listed do not meet the legal or ethical requirements for disclosing client information without consent. For instance, sharing information with other healthcare practitioners when a client is absent may still require consent unless specific conditions apply, and promoting clinic events or sharing data with marketing agencies does not align with the ethical standards governing confidentiality in healthcare settings.