NCLEX PN Exam Practice Test Practice Question

Which of the following are examples of medical battery? Select all that apply.

A. A child is placed in a papoose restraint for suturing of a facial laceration with the parent present B. Application of soft wrist restraints to the arms of a confused, adult client with a nasogastric tube C. The nurse administers 2 mg of morphine PRN to a difficult, alert client but tells the client it is saline D. The nurse inserts a needed urinary catheter even though a competent client refuses it E. The nurse threatens to put a client in restraints if the client does not stay in bed

Correct Answer: C,D

Rationale: Administering morphine deceptively and inserting a catheter against a competent client's refusal constitute medical battery. Restraints and threats, while concerning, are not battery.

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