The legislation stipulates that a doctor is guilty of culpable homicide if they deviated from their duty of care. Duty of care is defined in the Medical Professionals’ Code of Conduct as “a moral or legal obligation to ensure the safety or well-being of others”. Dr Pot did not ensure that the patient, who was delusional, was secured to his bed, after which the patient jumped out the window. The doctor might be held liable for culpable homicide.
(A) Precision
(B) Accuracy
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The passage primarily focuses on the clarity and specificity of the legal definitions and implications concerning Dr. Pot's actions and the duty of care. Therefore, it can be categorized as:
(A) Precision
Precision refers to the details and exactness in defining terms and responsibilities, which is evident in the clear stipulation of what constitutes a deviation from the duty of care and its consequences.
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