A local volunteer singing group performs in the activity room of a long-term care facility. The group’s leader asks the nurse if they may take a photo of themselves with several of the clients. The nurse gives permission to the leader, who then posts the photo on Facebook. Upon notification of this situation, the facility administration immediately terminates the nurse. What Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) violation did the nurse commit?

breach of confidentiality failure to seek administrative approval unethical conduct unprofessional conduct