Scenario: You are a recently graduated sonographer working with a physician and supervisor who do not want to take the time to adequately inform your patient about the risks, benefits, and expected outcome of amniocentesis. Discuss the potential legal risks to yourself, your supervisor, and the physician (include the difference between an intentional tort and unintentional tort). What are your responsibilities as a sonographer ethically?

Scenario: You are a recently graduated sonographer working with a physician and supervisor who do not want to take the time to adequately inform your patient about the risks, benefits, and expected outcome of amniocentesis. Discuss the potential legal risks to yourself, your supervisor, and the physician (include the difference between an intentional tort and unintentional tort). What are your responsibilities as a sonographer ethically?

Case Studies In Health Information Management

3rd Edition

ISBN:9781337676908

Author:SCHNERING

Publisher:SCHNERING

Chapter6: Leadership

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 6.16.1C

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