Which of the Following Types of Damages Are Designed to Punish

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of damages are designed to punish the defendant and deter him and others from engaging in similar behavior in the future?

• A)Consequential
• B)Punitive
• C)Repugnant
• D)Nominal
• E)Liquidated

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Definitions:

Certificate Of Waiver

A document that grants permission to a healthcare facility to perform certain tests or procedures that are typically regulated, without adhering to the standard oversight or requirements.

Medicare

A federal program for providing health care coverage for individuals over the age of 65 or those who are disabled.

Medicaid

A joint funding program by federal and state governments (excluding Arizona) for the medical care of low-income patients on public assistance.

Moderately Complex Tests

Laboratory tests that are not considered waived under CLIA standards and require a higher level of oversight, including specific quality control and personnel qualifications.