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
An unreasonable conduct from the pa of patient which is combined with the doctor's negligence contribute to 
Select and explain. 
A. Civil negligence, B. Criminal negligence, C. Contributary negligence, D. Corporate negligence
C: Contributary negligence
Answer: C: Contributary negligence 
Explanation: Contributary negligence Any unreasonable conduct from the pa of the patient, which is combined with the doctor's negligence, causing injury is called contributary negligence. These include: Failure to give the doctor accurate medical history Failure to co operate with the doctor in carrying out his proper instructions Refusing to take the suggested treatment Leaving the hospital against the doctor's advice Failure to take fuher medical assistance if symptoms persist Ref: FORENSIC MEDICINE AND TOXICOLOGY Dr PC IGNATIUS THIRD EDITION PAGE 381