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Intro DA chpt 4-5
Intro to Dental Assisting Chapters 4-5
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Voluntary standards of behavior established by a profession are a(n) _______________. | code of ethics |
| _______________ is self-determination. | autonomy |
| This ethical principle promotes truthfulness, or to tell the truth: | Veracity |
| What does the ethical principle of nonmaleficence mean? | To do no harm |
| This ethical principle compels one to never reveal any personal information about the patient: | Confidentiality |
| When one or more ethical principles are in conflict with one another, this is called a(an): | Ethical dilemma |
| Ethics are _______________. | open to individual interpretation |
| _______________ are moral standards of conduct and rules or principles that govern proper conduct. | Ethics |
| This ethical principle is the promotion of well-being: | beneficence |
| _______________ is to do no harm to the patient. | Nonmaleficence |
| Put the steps for solving an ethical dilemma in order: | Identify the alternatives, Determine the professional implications, Rank the Alternatives, Choose a course of action |
| What is established as a guide to professional behavior? | Code of ethics |
| This ethical principle highlights fairness: | Justice |
| _______________ are minimal standards of behavior established by statutes. | laws |
| _______________ deals with a violation against the state or government | Criminal Law |
| _______________ is the category of law that deals with the relations of individuals or corporations. | Civil law |
| _______________ 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 |
| Where should a broken appointment be recorded? | On a patient record |
| When a patient receives proper sufficient care, he or she is receiving _______________. | due care |
| A contract that may be verbal or written is a(n) _______________. | expressed contract |
| A(n) _______________ is a specific intraoral function delegated to an auxiliary that requires increased skill and training. | expanded functions |
| A category of law is _______________. | civil and contract |
| When a dentist discontinues treatment after it has begun, the dentist has performed _______________. | abandonment |
| Respondeat superior states that _______________. | an employer is responsible for the actions of his or her employees |
| Who are “mandated reporters”? | Professionals required by state law to report known or suspected cases of child abuse |
| A patient of record is someone who: | has been examined and diagnosed by dentist, and treatment planned |
| _______________ 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 |
| The actions of a patient demonstrate ____________. | implied consent |
| ______________ is a legal doctrine that holds the employer liable for the acts of the employee. | Respondeat superior |
| Binding agreements involve _______________. | contract law |
| Terminating the dentist-patient relationship without reasonable notice to the patient is _______________. | abandonment |
| _______________ is a system that allows individuals in one state to obtain a license in another state without retesting. | Reciprocity |
| The purpose of being licensed is _______________. | to protect the public from incompetent practitioners |
| When can a dentist refuse to treat a patient with HIV infection? | Under no conditions |
| ______________ is a level of supervision in which the dentist is physically present when expanded functions are being performed by the dental auxiliary. | Direct supervision |
| _______________ 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 |
| 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 |
| Reciprocity allows a licensed practitioner to _______________. | practice in another state |
| _______________ means that the act speaks for itself. | Res ipsa loquitur |
| Who interprets the state Dental Practice Act? | The Board of Dentistry |
| What components is/are necessary for a successful malpractice suit? | Duty to the patient Dereliction in treatment Direct cause |
| If a dentist is physically present when a dental auxiliary is performing an expanded function, the dentist is providing _______________. | direct supervision |
| A dental auxiliary can be: | dental assistant dental hygienist dental technician |
| The _______________ specifies the legal requirements for an individual to practice dentistry in the state. | State Practice Act |
| What is the purpose of reporting a suspected case of child abuse? | To protect the child from further abuse |
| _______________ is a type of professional negligence. | Malpractice |
| How can a professional prevent a malpractice suit? | Practice prevention and communication with the patient |
| _______________ is an agency that adopts rules and regulations and implements the state Dental Practice Act. | Board of Dentistry |
| _______________ is just, proper, and sufficient care or the absence of negligence. | Due care |
| ______________ gives a person the legal right to practice in a specific state. | Licensure |
| A contract that is established by actions and not words is a(n) _______________. | implied contract |
| What are types of contracts? | Expressed and Implied |
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