Chapter 18 Legal Basics

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    What does litigious mean?

    Prone to lawsuits.

    What is the supreme law of the United States?

    The US Constitution.

    How do federal and state laws differ?

    State laws cannot conflict with federal laws.

    What are the three branches of government?

    Legislative, Executive, Judicial.

    What is an ordinance?

    Local legislation passed by a municipality.

    What defines constitutional law?

    Derived from federal and state constitutions.

    What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?

    Misdemeanors are lesser offenses; felonies are serious crimes.

    What is negligence?

    Failure to act as a reasonably prudent person would.

    What is a tort?

    A civil wrongdoing causing harm to a person or property.

    What is the role of the plaintiff in a civil case?

    The individual or party bringing the lawsuit.

    What is the standard of proof in civil law?

    Preponderance of evidence.

    What is malpractice?

    Negligence by a professional causing harm.

    What are the 4 Ds of negligence?

    Duty, Dereliction, Damages, Direct cause.

    What is informed consent?

    Patient understands and agrees to treatment after being informed.

    What is the Good Samaritan law?

    Protects those providing emergency care in good faith.

    What is the statute of limitations?

    Time limit for bringing a lawsuit after an event.

    What is the difference between implied and expressed consent?

    Implied is inferred from actions; expressed is stated verbally or in writing.

    What does respondeat superior mean?

    Employer is liable for employees' actions within scope of employment.

    What is the purpose of professional liability insurance?

    Protects against claims of negligence in professional services.

    What is the role of the medical assistant in patient care?

    Perform administrative and clinical tasks under supervision.

    What is a breach of contract?

    Failure to fulfill the terms of a contract.