Meaning Of The Word Defensive medicine
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Defensive medicine Meaning
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What's The Definition Of Defensive medicine?
defensive medicine in American English
noun: the practice by a physician of ordering many tests or consultations as a means of self-protection against charges of malpractice in the event of an unfavorable outcome of treatment defensive medicine in British English noun: the practice by a doctor of ordering extensive, often unnecessary tests in order to minimize liability if accused of negligence |
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