Bertha,a surgeon,performed a kidney transplant on one of her patients.The surgery was not successful and the patient did not survive.Which of the following statements is true in this case?

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As a surgeon, Bertha was providing a service and therefore cannot be held strictly liable for the death of her patient. However, if it is found that she was negligent in her duties as a surgeon, she may be held liable for medical malpractice. Additionally, it is unlikely that the donor of the kidney would be held liable for the death of the patient, as they would have undergone rigorous testing and screening before being approved for donation.

Bertha,a Surgeon,performed a Kidney Transplant on One of Her Patients