Which of the Following Is True Regarding Awards of Punitive

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding awards of punitive damages in the U.S.?

• A) It is not always easy to predict what a court will do regarding punitive damages in any given case.
• B) Punitive damages may not be awarded in excess of $3 million.
• C) A ratio of punitive damages to compensatory damages greater than 9 to 1 violates due process.
• D) The Supreme Court ruled that the issue of punitive damages is for the jury and will not be disturbed on appeal, regardless of the ratio of punitive damages to compensatory damages.
• E) Awards of punitive damages in the U.S. are very similar to awards of punitive damages under the Canadian judicial system.

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Definitions:

SOAP

An approach to medical records documentation that documents information in the following order: S (subjective data), O (objective data), A (assessment), P (plan of action).

Documentation

Written or printed material that provides official information or evidence, or that serves as a record.

Problem-Oriented Medical Record (POMR)

A method of recording healthcare information that organizes data by the patient's specific problems, facilitating a systematic approach to treatment.

Initial Interview

The first meeting between a healthcare provider and a patient, aimed at discussing health concerns and medical history.