title: The professional standard of care in clinical negligence.
abstract: The general principle of law relating to breach of duty in the tort of negligence has been discussed during this series of articles. This article continues that discussion in relation to healthcare professionals such as nurses and doctors, and how the law affects their case. The issue of the expanded role of the nurse is also discussed.
authors.affiliation: Nottingham Law School, Nottingham Trent University.
authors.forename: John
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Tingle
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008318:Malpractice / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009732:Nursing Care / Q000592:standards*; D028743:Professional Misconduct / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D006113:United Kingdom