Question

a resident was restrained after refusing to take his medication. what right is being violated?

to be informed of available care options

to be free from abuse

to voice grievances without fear of retaliation

to be properly sheltered, fed, clothed, groomed, and cared for

Explanation:

• "To be informed of available care options" relates to information about care, not restraint.
• "To be free from abuse" includes physical restraint as a form of abuse when done without proper justification (like the resident refusing medication not being a valid reason for restraint).
• "To voice grievances without fear of retaliation" is about speaking up without punishment, not about restraint.
• "To be properly sheltered, fed, clothed, groomed, and cared for" is about basic needs, not restraint.

Answer:

B. To be free from abuse