Define libel and provide an example

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Libel is a written false statement that damages a person's good reputation. Libel is a violation that pertains to civil law. Example: A newspaper writes damaging information about a local surgeon. The information is false and the paper is charged with libel.

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from the point of reference. A. posterior C. lateral B. inferior D. distal

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Which of the following BEST supports a "Complete" level review of systems?

a. The level of review of systems that reflects the review of between two and nine organ systems in the medical documentation b. The level of review of systems that reflects the review of one organ system in the medical documentation c. The level of review of systems that reflects the review of no organ systems in the medical documentation d. The level of review of systems that reflects the review of ten or more organ systems in the medical documentation

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Which type of catheter is used when it needs to be inserted for an extended period of time?

A) Straight B) Curved C) Foley D) French

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Hospital-acquired infections are called:

A. opportunistic infections. B. nosocomial infections. C. compromised immune system infections. D. community-acquired infections.

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