Keyterms Part 3 Flashcards
1
Q
Implied contract
A
A contract created by conduct
2
Q
Law
A
A rule of conduct enforced by authority
3
Q
Locum tenens
A
A substitute physician
4
Q
Minors
A
Under the age of majority
5
Q
Misdemeanor
A
A less serious crime
6
Q
Negligence
A
Failure to perform results in the harm of a patient
7
Q
POLST form
A
A set of orders for treatment
8
Q
Tort
A
Breach of obligation that causes harm