Florida National University
HSC 1000-C Introduction to Health Care: Week 2
First Week assignment: Chapter 3
ASSIGNMENT GUIDELINES:
Each paper must be typewritten with 12-point font and double-spaced with standard
margins. Follow APA format 7th Edition, when referring to the selected articles and
include a reference page.
Base on Chapter 3 on your textbook, answer the following questions:
1. Describe the sources of law.
2. Describe the following types of insurance: liability, professional (malpractice), and personal
injury.
3. Compare criminal and civil law as it applies to the practicing medical assistant.
4. Outline various legal acts affecting medical practice.
5. Summarize the torts of negligence as they pertain to the medical practice.
Dr. Gisela Llamas
