Litigation Is Not Avoided by Informing Patients That Not All

question 9

Multiple Choice

Litigation is not avoided by informing patients that not all essential information may be shown on the ultrasound.

• A) The practitioner can charge a higher fee for conducting ultrasound examinations.
• B) The patient is receiving the same level of care as that of a perinatologist sonologist.
• C) The practitioner is protected from legal liability due to missing conditions on exam.
• D) The patient can be assured the practitioner has skills beyond the basic competencies.

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