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Chapter 19

Key Terms

QuestionAnswer
accepted standard of care The level of care that a reasonably skilled healthcare worker is expected to provide.
administrative law Rules and regulations created by government agencies to enforce laws.
assault Threatening to harm someone or making them fear unwanted physical contact.
battery Intentionally touching or treating someone without their consent.
case law Law established through decisions made by courts.
civil action A legal case involving a dispute between individuals or organizations.
criminal action A legal case in which someone is accused of breaking a criminal law.
damages Money awarded to someone to compensate for harm or loss.
dereliction Failure to perform a required duty or responsibility.
event report A document describing an unusual event, accident, or incident in a healthcare setting.
liability insurance Insurance that helps cover costs if someone is held legally responsible for harm.
liable Legally responsible for an action, injury, or loss.
malpractice Professional negligence that causes harm to a patient.
negligence Failure to provide the reasonable care expected, resulting in harm to someone.
out of out settlement An agreement that resolves a legal dispute without going to trial.
plaintiff The person who brings a lawsuit against another person or organization.
private law Law that deals with relationships and disputes between individuals or organizations.
protected health information Individually identifiable patient health information that is protected by privacy laws.
public law Law that deals with the relationship between individuals and the government.
scope of practice The duties and procedures a healthcare worker is legally allowed and trained to perform.
statutory law Laws written and passed by a legislative body.
tort A civil wrong that causes harm or loss and may result in legal responsibility.
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