Administrative & personnel

Question 1

if a kelly clamp is left in a patient who underwent a cholecystectomy, which of the following legal concepts apply?
A. intentional tort
B. res ipsa loquitur
C. misdemeanor
D. extension doctrine

Answer 1

res ipsa loquitur

Res ipsa loquitur means “the thing speaks for itself.” This doctrine applies to injuries sustained by the patient while in the operating room. A misdemeanor is an intentional crime. An extension doctrine means the surgeon went beyond the limits of the patient’s consent. Intentional tort means intentionally causing injury.