A 30-year-old man with a history of schizophrenia cut his wrists and is bleeding profusely. He is confused and combative and has slurred speech. With the assistance of law enforcement personnel, you and your partner physically restrain him so that you can provide care and transport. In this situation, a court of law would MOST likely:
A) determine that the patient had decision-making capacity.
B) consider your actions in providing care to be appropriate.
C) conclude that you should have had a court order to restrain the patient.
D) agree that you and your partner are guilty of assault and battery.
Answer: B) consider your actions in providing care to be appropriate.
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