Case Studies - Read & Test

>> Cooperation Between Providers

>> Surgeon Assumes Supplemental Report is Copy of Prior Report

>> Improper Conduct with Anesthetized Patient

>> Patient Sues Surgeon and Assistant

>> Renal Failure Result of Medication Interaction

>> Surgeon Extends Operative Procedures Beyond Scope of Consent

>> Clinic Ignores Clear Patient Safety Concern

>> Oxygen Mask Ignited By Electrocautery Spark

>> Pulmonary Emboli Results in Patient Death

>> Disabled Man Dies After Hospital Discharge

>> Novice Nurse Administers Excessive Medication Dosage

>> Reevaluating Prior Clinical Impressions

>> Physician Intentionally Circumvents Prescribing Laws

>> Child Dies when Trial Model Ventilator Fails

From your analysis of the case, assess whether the following statements are true or false:

A physician's bedside manner makes little to no difference in a patient's decision to take legal action for an injury the patient considers to be the result of substandard care.

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True False

Concerns expressed by trained healthcare professionals regarding post-procedure symptoms deserve careful attention by a physician.

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True False

A dismissive attitude toward other staff members by a physician may be considered disruptive behavior that increases the risk of patient injury.

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True False

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