Question 17 (part 2) · LEK · Relations with other physicians
During an on-call shift performed with a colleague you have observed an improper treatment of broken limb. In view of this:
- A. you inform the colleague and you rectify the mistake together.
- B. you inform the District Medical Chamber.
- C. you inform the prosecution.
- D. you inform the press.
- E. you do nothing.
Hint
Think about the collegial first step expected when a fellow doctor makes an error that can still be corrected.
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