Rhit domain 2a Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

RHIT Domain 2aDr. James, a surgeon with Sunnyhill Hospital, implanted a pacemaker into Mr. Tanner's heart to regulate his irregular heart rate. However, the pacemaker increased Mr. Tanner's heart rate by 30%. It was later discovered that the pacemaker implanted by Dr. James was faulty and a recall had been issued by the manufacturer. In order for Mr. Tanner to recover damages from the manufacturer, his claim should be based on which of the following? 1. gross negligence 2. ordinary neglige...