In Which of the Following Situations Would Res Ipsa Loquiter

question 14

Multiple Choice

In which of the following situations would res ipsa loquiter likely apply?

• A) Jon is driving at 75 mph per hour in a 55 mph zone and causes an accident
• B) Brandon sneaks up behind someone and hits them with a hammer
• C) a train has derailed and the cause of the accident can't be proven
• D) Josh forgets to put a sign up to warn people that the floor has just been waxed and is slippery

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Definitions:

Laceration

A deep cut or tear in the skin or flesh, which could be caused by accidents with sharp objects and might require medical attention to prevent infection.

Inflammatory Process

A biological response of body tissues to harmful stimuli, such as pathogens, damaged cells, or irritants, characterized by redness, swelling, heat, and pain.

Vascular Response

The series of changes in the size and calibre of blood vessels in reaction to stimuli, affecting blood flow and pressure.

Antidiuretic Hormone

A hormone produced by the brain that regulates the balance of water in the body by reducing the amount of water excreted in urine.