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Internal moral standards governing actions
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Degree of competence expected in a particular role
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Failure to perform a duty
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Performing a medical act, incorrectly
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Performing an improper act causing harm
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Treatment below acceptable standards directly causing injury
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Medical negligence where a healthcare professional fails to perform their duty, causing harm
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State statute outlining laws and regulations for practicing medicine in that state
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Ending patient-physician relationship without adequate notice
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Refusing to allow a patient to leave without due process
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indicate understanding of procedure, risks, and benefits
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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act; Mandates protection of patient privacy
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Americans with Disabilities Act; Prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities
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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act; Mandates special education services (including physical therapy) for students with disabilities using public funding
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Protected Health Information; information that contains details that could be used to identify a patient; name, address, medical record number, etc.