You overhear a coworker talking with your supervisor about a person who is being interviewed for employment. Your coworker says, "Are you sure you want to hire her? I know her slightly, and it seems she has a new boyfriend every week. I wouldn't be surprised if she has AIDS." Your coworker is guilty of ____.
A. assault
B. slander
C. fraud
D. invasion of privacy
E. libel
B. slander
Speaking damaging words intended to negatively influence others against an individual in a manner that jeopardizes his or her reputation or means of livelihood is slander.
Health Professions
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Health Professions
When a patient has an injury or illness shown to be a result of employment, health services are usually paid for by:
a. The patient's health care coverage. b. Workers' compensation insurance. c. Medicaid. d. TriCare.
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