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Vascular Access Exam Prep

Category - Vascular Access Practice Test

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Which of the following terms refers to improper or unskillful care of a patient by a health care worker, any unreasonable lack of skill, and/or professional misconduct?

Assault.
Slander
Malpractice
Battery

Explanation

Answer: C - Malpractice is defined as improper or unskillful care of a patient by a health care worker. An accusation of malpractice is considered by comparing the actions of the accused health care worker against the accepted standard of care for that field. Malpractice is a type of negligence; negligence is defined as a violation of duty to exercise reasonable skill and care while performing a task.

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