The 1970s Case in Which a Student Killed His Ex-Girlfriend

question 61

Multiple Choice

The 1970s case in which a student killed his ex-girlfriend, Tarasoff v. Regents of the University of California, involved the issue called

• A)patients' rights.
• B)duty to warn.
• C)competency.
• D)restrictive environment.

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Definitions:

Pressure Injury

Damage to the skin and underlying tissue resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin, commonly known as a bed sore.

Coccyx

The small, triangular bone at the base of the spinal column in humans and other apes, commonly referred to as the tailbone.

Stratum Corneum

The outermost layer of the skin, consisting of dead cells that provide a barrier against environmental damage and water loss.

Pathogens

Microorganisms that can cause disease in hosts, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.