Homework
Part I
For this homework, you will research the term medical malpractice. Based on your findings, write an essay that addresses the following elements.
o Write an introduction that, in your own words, includes a definition of the term medical malpractice.
o Provide at least one example of the types of proof and defenses that would surround a case involving medical malpractice.
o Explain why it is important that health care professionals know and apply the law in terms of their daily activities and choices at work.
o Discuss ethical and legal considerations of the physician-patient relationship. Provide one example of how such considerations can prevent or avoid medical malpractice.
o Provide an example of how ethics connects to the professional standards of a health care organization.
Part II
o Do you think physicians should or should not have the right to treat the patients they want to treat? Why?
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.