Analyze the action and match the correct potential charge.
-The time-out was omitted. The consent form was incorrectly completed for the surgical procedure. The patient did not want the surgery performed. The patient made a mark with only one witness. What charges can be filed if an informed consent is not appropriately obtained, even though no harm was done?

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Assault and battery is the intentional, unconsented touching of another person. In this case, the patient did not consent to the surgery, so the surgeon's actions would be considered assault and battery.

Analyze the Action and Match the Correct Potential Charge