Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. A physician cannot be held responsible for the actions of employees. 
2. Standard Precautions prevent medical professionals from exposing themselves and others to blood-borne pathogens. 
3. Only the patient can waive the right to confidentiality. 
4. An implied contract is one that is created by specific and written words. 
5. Negligence is charged when a health-care practitioner fails to exercise ordinary care and the patient is injured. 


1. False
2. True
3. True
4. False
5. True

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