A child-behavior management technique used by the dental hygienist in a pediatric dental practice includes allowing the dental assistant to hold the child-client's hands and arms firmly during care. If permission from the parent is not appropriately obtained, the dental providers could be accused of which of the following?

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Offensive contact without parental permission is technical assault (synonymous with technical battery). Assault is the intent to cause apprehension by actions or words. Battery is physically touching the individual with the intention of harming the person. Failing to inform the client of an untoward incident is misrepresentation. Negligence is an unintentional tort, failure to meet the standard of care.

A Child-Behavior Management Technique Used by the Dental Hygienist in a Pediatric