This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Medical Jurisprudence, Subject name: Forensic Medicine
[{'content': 'Forceps inside the abdomen postoperatively amounts to \nSelect and explain. \nA. Res ipsa loquitur, B. Res judicata, C. Respondent superior, D. Novus actus interveniens', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: A \nExplanation: Res ipsa loquitur (Latin for "the thing speaks for itself"): * Doctrine that infers negligence from the very nature of an accident or injury itself proves the negligent action of the physician in the absence of direct evidence. Res Judicata * Medical negligence case adjudicated by a cou and therefore may not be pursued fuher by the same paies in another cou. Respondent superior * A doctrine that holds an employer legally responsible for the wrongful acts of an employee, if such acts occur within the scope of the employment', 'role': 'assistant'}]