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Comlex Ethics exam with complete solutions 2024_2025.
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Comlex Ethics exam with completesolutions 2024/2025
What is respondeat superior or vicarious liability? - ANSWER- it is when an
employer is responsible for the actions of their employees. Both terms essentially
mean the same thing.
what is res ipsa loquitur? - ANSWER- it is when a physician acts negligently to
lead to an accident. Example is if a physician prescribes the wrong medication
leading to injury.
What is contributory negligence? - ANSWER- it is when a patient voluntary
neglects to follow advice leading to injury.
What is the payment system known as capitation? What form of insurance is it
seen in? - ANSWER- Capitation is when a patient is paid the same amount
regardless of what kind of services the patient needs. Think of it as the insurance
putting a cap on the amount you can make. It is seen in HMO
How is the physicians mistake judged against? - ANSWER- it's based on what a
reasonably prudent physician would exercise the same scenario under similar
circumstances.
what is respondeat superior? - ANSWER- an employee's responsibility for their
employees actions. Includes duty owned to the patient, breached of duty,
damages, respondeat superior.
What is res ipsa loquitir? - ANSWER- physician acted negligently because a
harmful accident occured. Duty to patient, breach of duty, damages res ipsa
loquitir.
in what case is a child considered emancipated? - ANSWER- emancipation of a
child is considered when they are allowed to make a decision about medical
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