Lecture 2 Medical Negligence Flashcards by Jessica Eze | Brainscape

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Define Civil Law

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rights and properties of individuals and organisations.

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Define Medical Negligence

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A lack of reasonable care and skill as a result of which the patient suffers

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What are the 3 main components of medical negligence

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Legal duty to provide care and skill
Reasonable Care and Skill- basic standard that you should be meeting
Actual damage

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