Nurse Executive Certification Practice Exam

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Which of the following is NOT a type of negligence?

Contributory Negligence
Comparative Negligence
Psychological Negligence
Gross Negligence

The correct answer is: Psychological Negligence

Psychological Negligence is not recognized as a distinct type of negligence within legal terms. The well-established types of negligence include contributory negligence, comparative negligence, and gross negligence. Contributory negligence refers to a legal doctrine where an injured party's own negligence plays a role in causing their injury, potentially limiting or barring recovery. Comparative negligence, on the other hand, allows for the allocation of fault between parties and may reduce the compensation awarded based on the degree of fault attributed to the plaintiff. Gross negligence indicates a severe degree of negligence demonstrating a disregard for the safety of others, which significantly increases the liability of the negligent party. Given that psychological negligence lacks recognition in legal contexts and does not align with established negligence types, choosing it reflects an understanding of the definitions and categories recognized in negligence law.