COMLEX ETHICS EXAM 2024 WITH 100% ACCURATE SOLUTIONS

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 occure