COMLEX ETHICS LEVEL 2 EXAM 2024 WITH 100% ACCURATE SOLUTIONS

What is respondeat superior or vicarious liability? - ANSWER ☑☑it is when an employer is responsible for the actions of their employees. Both terms essentially mean the same thing. what is res ipsa loquitur? - ANSWER ☑☑it is when a physician acts negligently to lead to an accident. the thing speaks for itself Example is if a physician prescribes the wrong medication leading to injury or leaves a scalpel inside someone . What is contributory negligence? - ANSWER ☑☑it is when a patient voluntary neglects to follow advice leading to injury. What is the payment system known as capitation? What form of insurance is it seen in? - ANSWER ☑☑Capitation is when a patient is paid the same amount regardless of what kind of services the patient needs. Think of it as the insurance putting a cap on the amount you can make. It is seen in HMO How is the physicians mistake judged against? - ANSWER ☑☑it's based on what a reasonably prudent physician would exercise the same scenario under similar circumstances. in