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Chapter 5 Workbook
Den 105
Question | Answer |
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When can a dentist refuse to treat a patient with HIV infection? | When the patient has a dental condition that would be better treated by a specialist |
A contract that is established by actions and not words is a(n) | implied contract |
If a dentist is physically present when a dental auxiliary is performing an expanded function, the dentist is providing _______________. | direct supervision |
_______________ is a statement that is made at the time of an alleged negligent act and is admissible as evidence in a court of law. | Res gestae |
A patient of record is someone who: | has been examined and diagnosed by dentist, and treatment planned |
What is the purpose of reporting a suspected case of child abuse? | To protect the child from further abuse |
A contract that may be verbal or written is a(n) _______________. | expressed contract |
What is the term for a statement that is made at the time of an alleged negligent act and is admissible as evidence in a court of law? | Res gestae |
_______________ is a system that allows individuals in one state to obtain a license in another state without retesting. | Reciprocity |
A category of law is _______________. | civil and contract |
The _______________ specifies the legal requirements for an individual to practice dentistry in the state. | State Practice Act |
When a dentist discontinues treatment after it has begun, the dentist has performed _______________. | abandonment |
_______________ is the category of law that deals with the relations of individuals or corporations. | Civil law |
Who are “mandated reporters”? | Professionals required by state law to report known or suspected cases of child abuse |
The actions of a patient demonstrate ____________. | implied consent |
A dental auxiliary can be: | dental assistant dental hygienist dental technician all answers are correct |
is a type of professional negligence. | Malpractice |
______________ gives a person the legal right to practice in a specific state. | Licensure |
Reciprocity allows a licensed practitioner to _______________. | practice in another state |
______________ is a level of supervision in which the dentist is physically present when expanded functions are being performed by the dental auxiliary. | Direct supervision |
______________ is a legal doctrine that holds the employer liable for the acts of the employee. | Respondeat superior |
_______________ is an agency that adopts rules and regulations and implements the state Dental Practice Act. | Board of Dentistry |
The purpose of being licensed is _______________. | to protect the public from incompetent practitioners |
_______________ involves a written explanation of the diagnostic findings, the prescribed treatment, and the reasonable expectations regarding the results of treatment. | Written consent |
_______________ is the patient’s action indicating agreement to undergo treatment. | Implied consent |
_______________ means that the act speaks for itself. | Res ipsa loquitur |
_______________ is a level of supervision in which the dentist has given instructions but need not be physically present at the time the expanded functions are being performed by the dental auxiliary. | General supervision |
A(n) _______________ is a specific intraoral function delegated to an auxiliary that requires increased skill and training. | expanded functions |
How can a professional prevent a malpractice suit? | Practice prevention and communication with the patient |
Where should a broken appointment be recorded? | On a patient record |
_______________ deals with a violation against the state or government. | Criminal Law |
Who interprets the state Dental Practice Act? | The Board of Dentistry |
Terminating the dentist-patient relationship without reasonable notice to the patient is _______________. | abandonment |
Binding agreements involve _______________. | contract law |
Respondeat superior states that _______________. | an employer is responsible for the actions of his or her employees |
_______________ is just, proper, and sufficient care or the absence of negligence. | Due care |
What are types of contracts? | Expressed and Implied |
When a patient receives proper sufficient care, he or she is receiving _______________. | Due care |
Which of the following components is/are necessary for a successful malpractice suit? | Duty to the patient Dereliction in treatment Direct cause All answers are correct |