In a malpractice claim, which statement completes the triad alongside duty and breach of standard of care?

In a malpractice claim, which statement completes the triad alongside duty and breach of standard of care?

• A. The PNP operated outside a recognized standard of care
• B. The PNP did not consult with a supervising physician
• C. The PNP was not properly credentialed
• D. The plaintiff was injured by the PNP's conduct

Answer: (D)

Damages (injury) completes the malpractice claim triad. A professional must owe a duty to the patient, breach the standard of care, and the patient must suffer harm as a result. Saying the plaintiff was injured by the PNP’s conduct shows that harm occurred due to the breach, which is what allows a claim for damages or compensation. The other options describe possible breaches or administrative factors but do not establish that actual injury resulted from the breach.

Damages (injury) completes the malpractice claim triad. A professional must owe a duty to the patient, breach the standard of care, and the patient must suffer harm as a result. Saying the plaintiff was injured by the PNP’s conduct shows that harm occurred due to the breach, which is what allows a claim for damages or compensation. The other options describe possible breaches or administrative factors but do not establish that actual injury resulted from the breach.