If the Defendant Can Show That the Plaintiff Voluntarily Entered

question 57

Multiple Choice

If the defendant can show that the plaintiff voluntarily entered into a risky situation while fully aware of the risk involved, the defense of_____ can be raised.

• A) contributory negligence
• B) comparative negligence
• C) violation of the last-clear-chance doctrine
• D) assumption of risk

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Definitions:

Medical Care

Professional health services that involve the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease, illness, injury, and other physical and mental impairments.

Chronic Illnesses

Chronic Illnesses refer to long-term medical conditions that are typically progressive, such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer, often requiring ongoing management and care.

Health Care Spending

The total expenditure on health services and goods within a country, including preventive and curative measures, over a specified period.

Hospitalizations

The act of admitting a patient to a hospital for observation, treatment, or surgery, often due to illness or injury.