title: Defeating malpractice risk, Part 1.
abstract: In this two-part series, learn the basis of malpractice, the areas where your nurses' risk is greatest, and how you can help safeguard your employees. Test your knowledge with the questions below, then check your answers at http://www.nursingmanagement.com.
authors.affiliation: Friedman, Newman, Levy, Sheehan, Carolan, p.c., Attorneys-at-law, Fairfield, Conn., USA.
authors.forename: J P
authors.initials: JP
authors.lastname: Sheehan
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008318:Malpractice / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D019300:Medical Errors / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000517:prevention & control; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009745:Nursing, Supervisory / Q000458:organization & administration; D012308:Risk Management / Q000458:organization & administration*; D014481:United States