Which is an example of an intentional tort?
A) A nurse fails to assess a client with rigid muscles and an elevated temperature.
B) A nurse physically places a client in restraints without the client's consent.
C) A nurse makes a medication error and does not report the incident.
D) A nurse gives confidential patient information to an unauthorized person.
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