When a tech fails to perform a standard of care that another reasonable and prudent tech would perform, this is referred to as:
  1. Malpractice
  2. Negligence
  3. Liability
  4. Breach of duty
Explanation
Answer: B - Negligence occurs when a tech fails to perform a standard of care that another reasonable and prudent tech would perform. Negligent behavior by techs often makes up malpractice court claims. When a tech is negligent in their behavior, they are acting without thinking, not paying attention to what they are doing, or they are being purposefully reckless.
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