Which term means unauthorized restraining?

• A. Assault
• B. False Imprisonment
• C. Battery
• D. Lifelong Learning

Answer: (B)

Unauthorized restraining is when a person’s freedom of movement is confined without consent or proper legal authority. In nursing, this is called false imprisonment. The core idea is that restraints or confinements must be justified by safety needs, part of an approved treatment plan, and carried out with the smallest restriction necessary and with proper orders and documentation. For example, tying someone to a bed, locking them in a room, or using any device to limit movement without a valid justification or authorization fits false imprisonment.

In contrast, assault refers to causing someone to fear imminent harm, and battery is actual harmful contact, so they describe different harms. Lifelong learning is unrelated to patient restraint.