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When patients fall ill or get injured, the expectation is that they will receive appropriate medical care and eventually recover. Given that different medical conditions have distinct causes and consequences, treatments are tailored to address each specific ailment. Consequently, it is crucial for doctors to ensure that they prescribe the correct treatment for their patients.
Regrettably, there are instances where doctors may fail in their responsibilities and prescribe the wrong treatment. If this mistake leads to harm or injury to the patient, the doctor may be held accountable for medical malpractice.
Causes Of Incorrect Treatment
In many instances, when patients are given the wrong treatment for their illnesses, it is often a result of negligence.
There are several specific negligent actions that can lead to patients receiving incorrect treatment:
- Misdiagnosis
- Confusing patient cases
- Clerical errors
If any of these errors occur and a patient is given the incorrect treatment, there is a potential risk for:
- Progression of his or her illness
- Harm caused by incorrect treatment