Law and legal terms; Kaduceus 103-2

What admendment gives citizens the right of invasion of privacy?

• 12th

• 2nd

• 34th

• 4th

Which is not an invasion of privacy?

• Talking with patients in rooms that are soundproof.

• Asking for information thet is not relevent.

• Interacting with the patient’s family in ways not authorized by the patient.

• Carrying out research without taking proper precautions to ensure the anonymity of patients.

The statute of limitation for medical malpractice issues varies from state to state, ranging from....

• 1-5 years

• 1-4 years

• 3-7 years

• 8-10 years

Which is not on of the five types of damages are common in tort cases?

• special damages

• compensatory

• normal

• Punitive damages

Word for definition: Awarded for injuries or losses that are not a necessary consequence of the provider’s negligent act or omission.

• Compensatory damages

• General damages

• Special damages

• Nominal damages

Most states require that providers have some form of medical malpractice insurance to protect them from faulty or negligent action.

• TRUE

• FALSE