Asked by Toniesha Jones on Jul 22, 2024

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What are the elements that the plaintiff must establish in a malpractice lawsuit? Select all that apply.

A) Duty
B) Breach of duty
C) Intent to harm
D) Assault
E) Causation
F) Injury

Malpractice Lawsuit

A legal action taken against a healthcare professional or organization for negligence or provision of substandard care that results in harm to a patient.

Duty

A moral or legal obligation; a responsibility.

Breach of Duty

A failure to fulfill an obligation or duty, typically referring to professional conduct or standards.

  • Comprehend the consequences of negligence and malpractice within the nursing profession.
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Maurice PrestigeJul 29, 2024
Final Answer :
A,B,E,F
Explanation :
For a malpractice suit to occur,duty,breach of duty,causation,and injury must be proved.Intent to harm and assault are types of crimes that are not part of the elements of malpractice suits.