The Commissioner of Health in New York State Wanted to Study

question 104

Short Answer

The Commissioner of Health in New York State wanted to study malpractice litigation in New York.A sample of 31 thousand medical records was drawn from a population of 2.7 million patients who were discharged during 2010.The proportion of malpractice claims filed from the sample of 31 thousand patients is a .

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Definitions:

Maladaptive Thoughts

Negative thinking patterns that are counterproductive or harmful to one's mental well-being.

Stressful Social Conditions

Situations or environments that cause significant anxiety or stress due to interpersonal interactions or societal expectations.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist

A mental health professional specializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy, which focuses on changing unhelpful cognitive distortions and behaviors.

Behavior Therapist

A professional who uses principles of behaviorism to treat psychological disorders and improve clients' behaviors.