Which Is Not True of Medical Errors

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which is not true of medical errors?

• A) They are the third leading cause of death in the United States.
• B) They can be the result of an incorrect lab test.
• C) They are always the fault of the physician.
• D) They can be the result of faulty equipment.

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Definitions:

Postpartum Psychosis

A severe mental illness that can occur in the first few weeks after childbirth, characterized by extreme mood swings, hallucinations, or delusions.

Command Hallucinations

Auditory hallucinations that direct the individual to perform specific acts, which can sometimes lead to dangerous behavior.

Psychological Symptom

A mental or behavioral indication suggesting the presence of a psychological disorder.

Cesarean Section

A surgical procedure used to deliver a baby through incisions in the abdomen and uterus.