October 17, 2018
Question:
Answer:
In many European Union countries, physicians are not obligated to respond to a medical emergency on an airplane
Correct Answer?
Explanation:
Generally, physicians are protected from indemnity in the United States by the Aviation Medical Assistance act of 1998
Physicians should refuse gifts from airlines since they qualify as payment and might increase their legal exposure
Physicians can be sued if they attempt to help passengers outside the age or scope of their normal practice
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