In which situation could the nurse be held liable for assault and battery?
a. Chemically restraining a patient who is competent and able to make decisions
b. Advising a patient against leaving AMA
c. Using wrist restraints on a patient who is trying to harm himself
d. Administering medication without checking the armband
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A Assault and battery includes restraining a patient without evidence that the pa-tient may cause harm to themselves or others.
B This does not constitute assault and battery.
C This does not constitute assault and battery.
D This does not constitute assault and battery.
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