UNDERSTANDING MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE
Definition
Medical Negligence: Medical negligence occurs when a healthcare professional fails to provide a standard of care that a reasonably competent practitioner would have provided under similar circumstances, resulting in harm or injury to the patient.
Types of Medical Negligence
Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis: Failure to accurately diagnose a medical condition in a timely manner.
Surgical Errors: Mistakes made during surgical procedures, such as wrong-site surgery or leaving surgical instruments inside the patient.
Medication Errors: Administration of incorrect medications or dosages, leading to adverse effects or complications.
Birth Injuries: Injuries sustained by infants during childbirth due to medical errors or negligence.