The nurse is concerned that she will be sued for a possible act of malpractice. What essential elements of malpractice must be present for this to occur? Select all that apply
A) Harm to an individual
B) Duty of a professional toward an individual
C) Breach of duty by the professional
D) Poor rapport built with the client
E) Cause of harm is the breach of duty
A, B, C, E
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The essential elements of malpractice must include harm to the individual, duty of a professional toward an individual, breach of duty by the professional, and cause of harm is the breach of duty. Not building a rapport can contribute to a possible malpractice suit but is not an essential element.
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