The nurse on night shift is caring for a patient who is confused and gets out of bed frequently. The nurse pushes him into a chair and states,
"Do not get out of this chair or I will tie you up and leave you alone for hours." The nurse's action is an example of:
a. Assault and battery
b. Libel
c. False imprisonment
d. Safe nursing practice
ANS: A
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