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defensive medicine
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
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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亚洲网紅露点 History and Origins
Origin of defensive medicine1
First recorded in 1965鈥70
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Example Sentences
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鈥淥n the weak side of the spectrum is defensive medicine, avoiding certain situations,鈥 he said.
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Initiate tort reform, to help alleviate the practice of defensive medicine.
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This is known as 鈥渄efensive medicine.鈥
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But the cost of defensive medicine is staggering.
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This should reduce defensive medicine over time.
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