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When can a dentist refuse to treat a patient with HIV infection?

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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
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