Question

Amanda is a nurse in Dr. Smith's pediatric practice. She accidentally gives a patient the wrong medication. Dr. Smith is held responsible under:

1) Medical malpractice laws
2) Patient confidentiality laws
3) Informed consent laws
4) Insurance laws

Answer 1

Dr. Smith is held responsible under medical malpractice laws.

Step-by-step explanation:

Dr. Smith is held responsible under medical malpractice laws when Amanda, a nurse in his pediatric practice, accidentally gives a patient the wrong medication. Medical malpractice laws hold healthcare professionals accountable for negligent actions or omissions that result in harm to a patient. In this case, Dr. Smith may be held liable for the nurse's mistake since he is responsible for overseeing the actions of his staff.