Although a Hospital Reversed All Charges When a Client Was

question 17

Multiple Choice

Although a hospital reversed all charges when a client was the victim of wrong site surgery,the court awarded the client $1.5 million.The client could return to work in 6 weeks and had no permanent damages.This monetary compensation is referred to by what term?

• A) Lability
• B) Punitive damages
• C) Vicarious liability
• D) Immunity

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Definitions:

Subcortical Regions

Areas of the brain located below the cerebral cortex, involved in various functions such as emotion, reward, and memory.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that controls involuntary actions, such as the heartbeat and digestion.

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for physical activity by increasing heart rate, dilating pupils, and other physiological responses.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

A branch of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and slowing the heart rate.