Asked by Matthew Davis on May 08, 2024
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Mrs.Putnum,65,is unconscious upon arrival at the hospital following a motor vehicle accident.Although paramedics reported that she does not accept blood products because of religious beliefs,she is given a blood transfusion,and later sues the physician.This would be an example of which intentional tort?
A) Confirmation bias
B) Slander
C) Battery
D) Assault
Blood Transfusion
A medical procedure where donated blood is provided to a patient through an intravenous line to replace lost components of the blood.
Religious Beliefs
Convictions or faith pertaining to the nature, existence, and worship of a deity or deities, and adherence to the practices and moral codes of a particular religion.
Intentional Tort
An intentional tort is a legal term describing a civil wrong resulting from an intentional act by one person that causes harm to another.
- Integrate legal and ethical considerations in facilitating the patient consent process.
- Separate and identify the distinct sources of law that are pertinent to the practice of nursing.
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Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Battery is the intentional and unpermitted contact with the plaintiff's person that results in harmful or offensive contact. In this case, the physician gave Mrs. Putnum a blood transfusion without her permission, which can be considered battery. It is important for healthcare professionals to respect their patients' beliefs and obtain informed consent before administering any medical treatments.
Learning Objectives
- Integrate legal and ethical considerations in facilitating the patient consent process.
- Separate and identify the distinct sources of law that are pertinent to the practice of nursing.