A 53-year-old woman has been in a comatose state since she underwent abdominal surgery three weeks ago. Because the patient had not been informed about the possible complications associated with the administration of general anesthesia, her family is filing a lawsuit against the physician. Which of the following is the most appropriate basis for this lawsuit?
a. Defamation of character
b. Misfeasance
c. Malfeasance
d. Negligence
ANSWER: b
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