An unreasonable conduct from the pa of patient which is combined with the doctor’s negligence contribute to
Correct Answer: Contributary negligence
Description: Contributary negligence Any unreasonable conduct from the pa of the patient, which is combined with the doctor's negligence, causing injury is called contributary negligence. These include: Failure to give the doctor accurate medical history Failure to co operate with the doctor in carrying out his proper instructions Refusing to take the suggested treatment Leaving the hospital against the doctor's advice Failure to take fuher medical assistance if symptoms persist Ref: FORENSIC MEDICINE AND TOXICOLOGY Dr PC IGNATIUS THIRD EDITION PAGE 381
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