Although a hospital reversed all charges when a client was the victim of wrong site surgery, the court awarded the client $1.5 million. The client was able to return to work in 6 weeks and had no permanent damages. This monetary compensation is termed:
a. res ipsa loquitur.
b. punitive damages.
c. vicarious liability.
d. immunity.
ANS: B
Correct: Punitive damages are monetary compensation to an injured client that is greater than amount of loss.
Incorrect:
a. Punitive damages refers to the actual compensation whereas res ipsa loquitur is a legal doctrine.
c. Vicarious liability refers to a doctrine that makes a person or institution responsible for the acts of another due to a special relationship between parties.
d. Immunity is a legal doctrine protecting a person or institution from lawsuits for negligence by its employees.
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