If the Court Finds the Defendant Liable for the Tort

question 130

Multiple Choice

If the court finds the defendant liable for the tort of battery, the court could award damages to the plaintiff that were not for the purpose of compensating the plaintiff, but for the purpose of punishing the defendant. Such damages are called

• A) special damages.
• B) general damages.
• C) punitive damages.
• D) compensatory damages.
• E) derogatory damages.

Recognize the importance of clarity, brevity, and the avoidance of ambiguity in nurse-patient communication.

Understand the basic components and models of the communication process.

Understand the importance and process of concept formation in critical thinking.

Comprehend the essence and steps of critical thinking.

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