When a Professional Is Sued for Negligence, It Is Commonly

question 11

Multiple Choice

When a professional is sued for negligence, it is commonly referred to as

• A) misfeasance.
• B) malpractice.
• C) misappropriation.
• D) malfeasance.

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Definitions:

Paradoxical Sleep

Also known as REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, a sleep phase characterized by eye movement, increased brain activity, and vivid dreams.

REM Deprivation

The process of preventing a person from entering Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep, a stage of sleep associated with vivid dreaming, which can affect mood and cognitive function.

Visual Impairments

A range of conditions that involve partial or total loss of vision, which cannot be corrected with standard eyeglasses or contact lenses.

Mental Illness

A broad category of conditions affecting mood, thinking, and behavior, typically characterized by distress and impairment in functioning.