Which of the Following Professional Liabilities Is Based on the Common

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following professional liabilities is based on the common law concepts of negligence?

• A)Penal liability
• B)Tort liability
• C)Primary liability
• D)Contractual liability

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Definitions:

Operating Room LPN

A licensed practical nurse who works in the operating room, assisting during surgeries under the supervision of surgeons and registered nurses.

Circulating Nurse

A registered nurse in an operating room who manages the nursing care within the surgical environment, helping to ensure a safe and sterile procedure.

Informed Consent

The process by which a patient voluntarily agrees to a proposed medical treatment after understanding its risks, benefits, and alternatives.

Chronic Confusion

A long-term or permanent state of confusion often related to dementia, brain injury, or neurological disorders, affecting a person's ability to think clearly and make sense of the world around them.