Which of the Following Is a Serious Complication of a Fall

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a serious complication of a fall with chest injuries suffered by a 75-year-old male?

• A) Pneumonia
• B) Bruised ribs
• C) Blood clots
• D) Collapsed lungs

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Definitions:

Assumption of Risk

A legal principle that a person may not recover for injuries received from a dangerous activity if they voluntarily exposed themselves to the danger with full knowledge of the risks involved.

Contributory Negligence

A legal doctrine where if the plaintiff in a negligence case is also found to be at fault to any degree, they cannot recover damages from the defendant.

Comparative Negligence

A legal doctrine that reduces the amount of damages a plaintiff can recover in a negligence-based claim, based upon the degree to which the plaintiff's own negligence contributed to the harm.

Implied Assumption

Implied Assumption refers to an unstated understanding or expectation inherent within a contract or agreement, based on the nature of the transaction and parties' conduct.