Module 2 Case Study Sample Template with Headings and Subheadings
Headings and Subheadings
Cover Page
Name, Class, Module, Date, etc.
Content
Introduction (one paragraph)
Case Analysis
For each healthcare risk case, provide a comprehensive analysis of one case by addressing the following: Key Premises/elements and impact on healthcare delivery and risk reduction.
Risks and Cases—Refer to Contracts and Intentional Torts Chapter in Your Textbook
Risk 1: Risk Due to Relationship (Contract) between Provider/Patient
· Case Study: Oliver v Brock or James v United States
a. Three (3) significant premises or elements of the case. (one paragraph)
b. Describe how the court/judicial ruling has impacted and influenced healthcare delivery while reducing risk. (one paragraph)
Risk 2: Risk Due to Duties to Patients Other Than the Person
· Case Study: Tarasoff v Regents of the University of California or Brady v Hopper
a. Three (3) significant premises or elements of the case. (one paragraph)
b. Describe how the court/judicial ruling has impacted and influenced healthcare delivery while reducing risk. (one paragraph)
Risk 3: Risk-Based on Doctrine of Abandonment
· Case Study: Johnson v Vaughn or Payton v Weaver
a. Three (3) significant premises or elements of the case. (one paragraph)
b. Describe how the court/judicial ruling has impacted and influenced healthcare delivery while reducing risk. (one paragraph)
Risk 4: Risk Due to Breach of Contract
· Case Study: Alexandridis v Jewett or Stewart v Rudner
a. Three (3) significant premises or elements of the case. (one paragraph)
b. Describe how the court/judicial ruling has impacted and influenced healthcare delivery while reducing risk. (one paragraph)
Risk 5: Risk Due to Breach of Warranty
· Case Study: Sullivan v O’Connor or Guilmet v Campbell
a. Three (3) significant premises or elements of the case. (one paragraph)
b. Describe how the court/judicial ruling has impacted and influenced healthcare delivery while reducing risk. (one paragraph)
Conclusion: In your summary, provide your opinion based on your understanding of how medical errors have prompted the development of the risk management field. Do not forget to cite your resources. (2 paragraph minimum)
Citations/Reference Page
