While caring for a conscious and alert 49-year-old man with a suspected myocardial infarction, you start an IV prior to obtaining the patient's consent. This action constitutes:
A) appropriate care.
B) assault.
C) battery.
D) gross negligence.
Ans: C) battery.
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