NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
HEALTH INFORMATICS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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A patient who refuses to pay for an operation has committed a breach of contract and can be sued for payment
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -a) Compensatory action: seeking monetary compensation before the Civil Courts, High Court or the Consumer Dispute Redressal Forum under the Constitutional Law, Law of Torts/Law of Contract and the Consumer Protection Act. b) Punitive action: filing a criminal complaint against the doctor under the Indian Penal Code.
Detailed explanation-2: -To protect yourself from medical malpractice and seek justice whenever needed, it is vital to be aware of the four D’s: duty, direct cause, damages, and dereliction of duty.
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