The Failure of a Professional Person to Act with Reasonable

question 13

Multiple Choice

The failure of a professional person to act with reasonable care, thereby causing injury, constitutes

• A) abuse of discretion.
• B) misnomer.
• C) contempt.
• D) malpractice.

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Definitions:

Preparation Stage

A stage in the model of behavioral change where the individual intends to take action in the immediate future to address a problematic behavior.

Problematic Behavior

Actions or behaviors that are harmful or difficult for the individual or others, often disrupting normal functioning.

Maintenance Stage

The phase in behavior change where an individual works to sustain the gains achieved after adopting new habits.

Tempting Situations

Circumstances that present a strong attraction or inclination to engage in a particular action, often one that might be considered unwise or harmful.