A physician assistant (PA) accused of medical malpractice claims that the charge does not meet all of the elements of the theory of recovery. Which of the following defenses is being used by the PA?

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The PA is using denial as a defense by arguing that the charge does not fulfill all the necessary elements required to establish a case of medical malpractice. This implies a direct rejection of the allegations without admitting to any part of the claim.

A Physician Assistant (PA) Accused of Medical Malpractice Claims That