Which of the following statements is true regarding "respondeat superior"?
A) Respondeat superior is a public policy type of legal doctrine.
B) The doctrine applies anytime, anywhere for hospital employees.
C) Hospitals are held liable for all temporary agency personnel caring for the patient.
D) Hospital personnel are responsible for their own actions and malpractice insurance.
A
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