
Although a hospital reversed all charges when a client was the victim of wrong site surgery, the court awarded the client $1.5 million. The client was able to return to work in 6 weeks and had no permanent damages. This monetary compensation is termed:
A) res ipsa loquitur.
B) punitive damages.
C) vicarious liability.
D) immunity.
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