In Determining the Duty of Care Owed by a Defendant

question 61

Multiple Choice

In determining the duty of care owed by a defendant using the reasonable person standard, the court will consider which of the following factors?

• A) The existence of emergency conditions.
• B) A physician's training and years of experience.
• C) A person's severe mental retardation.
• D) Both the  existence of emergency conditions and also a  physician's training and years of experience.

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Definitions:

High Standards

Expectations or criteria that are significantly above the typical or average level, often challenging to meet or achieve.

Negative Beliefs

Thoughts or convictions that are pessimistic or unhelpful, often contributing to negative outcomes or mental health issues.

Rational-emotive Therapy

Rational-emotive therapy is a form of psychotherapy that identifies irrational beliefs, challenges them, and encourages the development of more rational thought patterns to promote emotional well-being.

Cognitive Therapist

A mental health professional specializing in cognitive therapy, focusing on identifying and changing negative thoughts and behaviors.