What is contributory negligence?


Contributory negligence is a term used to describe any unreasonable behavior on the part of the patient that contributed to the cause of injury.

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The menstrual disturbance in which menstruation is absent is ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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In 1999, Texas dental hygienists began practicing in what is termed a collaborative practice based on criteria that had been established by a committee and state governing board

a. true b. false

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What is used to stop post-operative bleeding?

a. pressure by biting on gauze b. medication c. wiping the surgical area with gauze d. flushing the area with water

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What should patients do if they feel their medical information has been inappropriately disclosed?

What will be an ideal response?

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