If a Defendant Does Nothing Following Receipt of the Summons

question 80

Essay

If a defendant does nothing following receipt of the summons and complaint, undoubtedly the plaintiff will obtain a(n) ___________________ from the court.

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Definitions:

Sterile Field

A specified area, such as on an operating table, that is kept free of all microorganisms to prevent infection.

Surgical Procedure

A medical operation involving an incision with instruments; performed to repair damage or arrest disease in a living body.

Patient Chart

A medical record that contains the patient's health history, diagnosis, treatment plan, and progress notes maintained by healthcare professionals.

Medical Record

A comprehensive document that contains the history, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of a patient's medical condition.