Clinical Medical Assistant Certification Exam Practice Question
Which of the following terms means "to appear and bring records"?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The term "subpoena duces tecum" specifically refers to a legal order that requires an individual to appear in court and bring specified documents or records.
Option A, "caveat emptor," means "let the buyer beware," relating to buyer responsibility in transactions. Option B, "nolo contendere," translates to "I do not wish to contend," indicating a plea in criminal cases without admitting guilt. Option C, "res ipsa loquitur," means "the thing speaks for itself," used in tort law to imply negligence without direct evidence. Option E, "stare decisis," refers to the legal principle of adhering to precedent in judicial decisions. Each of these terms addresses different legal concepts unrelated to the act of appearing and bringing records.
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