Misfeasance, Malfeasance, and Nonfeasance

Front

A teacher is responsible for supervising students during recess but fails to keep a close eye on a group of students playing a rough game, leading to injuries.

Back

Misfeasance

Front

A school nurse administers medication to a student but gives the wrong dosage, resulting in adverse effects.

Back

Misfeasance

Front

A science teacher conducts a lab experiment without ensuring that all safety protocols are followed, leading to a minor explosion.

Back

Misfeasance

Front

A coach administers first aid to an injured athlete but does so incorrectly, worsening the injury.

Back

Misfeasance

Front

A teacher allows students to repeatedly violate the school dress code, leading to confusion and disruption in the classroom.

Back

Misfeasance

Front

A teacher grades assignments but does not follow the established rubric, resulting in unfair grades for students.

Back

Misfeasance

Front

A teacher calls for help when a student has a seizure but does not follow proper first aid protocols, potentially putting the student at risk.

Back

Misfeasance

Front

A teacher uses classroom technology incorrectly, leading to a malfunction that disrupts a lesson.

Back

Misfeasance

Front

A teacher leaves hazardous materials (like scissors or chemicals) accessible to students, resulting in injuries.

Back

Misfeasance

Front

A teacher disciplines some students for behavior while ignoring the same behavior in others, leading to perceptions of unfairness.

Back

Misfeasance