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Ethical practice requires prioritizing client safety and professional integrity. When a counselor suspects impairment in a colleague, the appropriate response is to follow agency protocol: document objective observations (e.g., slurred speech, odor of alcohol), consult with a supervisor or ethics officer, and ensure clients are not exposed to harm. This balances accountability with fairness, allowing due process. Public confrontation (Option A) risks humiliating the colleague and disrupting services. Involving law enforcement (Option B) is typically excessive unless there is an imminent safety threat. Ignoring the issue (Option D) is unethical and could perpetuate harm to clients. Ethical codes emphasize self-care, peer accountability, and protection of vulnerable clients. By acting through structured, professional channels, counselors uphold ethical standards, safeguard clients, and promote a culture of responsibility.