Failure to give reasonable care to a patient by a health-care provider is defined as:

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Negligence refers to the failure of a healthcare provider to exercise a reasonable standard of care in treating a patient. Malpractice refers to healthcare provider's professional negligence that results in harm or injury to a patient. Breach of duty refers to the failure of a healthcare provider to fulfill their obligation to provide care to a patient. Battery refers to the intentional touching of a patient without their consent, which can be physical or emotional in nature.

Failure to Give Reasonable Care to a Patient by a Health-Care