Question 1

A full-face photograph taken by a dental office to include in the patient chart is an example of a potential identifier for protected health information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

In a discussion of informed consent,which ethical principle or value would be primarily considered?

Accepted Answer

A)  Beneficence 
B)  Social trust 
C)  Autonomy 
D)  Confidentiality
True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false. 
A)  Beneficence 
B)  Social trust 
C)  Autonomy 
D)  Confidentiality
True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false. C

Question 3

"If I had a chance to do it all over again,would I make the same decision?" is a question under which step in the ethical decision-making model?

Accepted Answer

A)  Identify ethical problem. 
B)  Gather facts. 
C)  Choose the best option and implement. 
D)  Evaluate. 
A)  Identify ethical problem. 
B)  Gather facts. 
C)  Choose the best option and implement. 
D)  Evaluate. D

Question 4

Susan graduated from an accredited dental hygiene program but has not taken the national or clinical board examinations.She agrees to a substitute hygiene position and works for 2 days.Which law does Susan violate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Criminal law 
B)  Civil law 
C)  Tort law 
D)  Susan does not violate any law since she graduated from an accredited dental hygiene program. 
A)  Criminal law 
B)  Civil law 
C)  Tort law 
D)  Susan does not violate any law since she graduated from an accredited dental hygiene program.

Question 5

Which core value involves truth-telling?

Accepted Answer

A)  Justice 
B)  Veracity 
C)  Societal trust 
D)  Confidentiality 
A)  Justice 
B)  Veracity 
C)  Societal trust 
D)  Confidentiality

Question 6

Following standards of infection control for all patients represents

Accepted Answer

A)  Beneficence 
B)  Nonmaleficence 
C)  Autonomy 
D)  Justice 
A)  Beneficence 
B)  Nonmaleficence 
C)  Autonomy 
D)  Justice

Question 7

It is important for a dental hygienist to understand the law in the event he or she is named in a lawsuit.Dental hygienists do not need to worry about liability insurance because they are covered under the dentist's liability insurance.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 8

Which ethical principle is most often discussed in terms of public policy issues related to resource distribution and fair and appropriate allocation of scarce resources?

Accepted Answer

A)  Justice 
B)  Veracity 
C)  Confidentiality 
D)  Societal trust 
A)  Justice 
B)  Veracity 
C)  Confidentiality 
D)  Societal trust

Question 9

Civil cases are most often the result of lawsuits that are brought against dentists and dental hygienists.Which of the following is NOT among the most common actions related to health care?

Accepted Answer

A)  Failure to obtain informed consent 
B)  Professional malpractice 
C)  Breach of contract 
D)  Misrepresentation 
A)  Failure to obtain informed consent 
B)  Professional malpractice 
C)  Breach of contract 
D)  Misrepresentation

Question 10

Statutory law is written law set down by a legislature to regulate the conduct of individuals,businesses,etc.Two types of statutory law include tort laws and contract laws.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 11

Law and ethics should be considered as two separate entities when engaging in ethical decision-making.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

______are moral principles that guide law creation and individual behavior; ______are rules created by a society to arbitrate its citizens' relationships with each other.

Accepted Answer

A)  Laws; ethics 
B)  Ethics; laws 
C)  Laws; rules 
D)  Ethics; rules 
A)  Laws; ethics 
B)  Ethics; laws 
C)  Laws; rules 
D)  Ethics; rules

Question 13

A jurisprudence examination on the laws of the state is part of the licensing process for the dental hygienist.Reciprocity among states allows for the dental hygienist to practice in any state in the United States after successful completion of a jurisprudence exam.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 14

Which of the following outlines responsibilities and duties of each member toward patients,colleagues,and society in general?

Accepted Answer

A)  Dental hygiene ethics 
B)  Dental hygiene codes 
C)  Core values 
D)  Code of ethics 
A)  Dental hygiene ethics 
B)  Dental hygiene codes 
C)  Core values 
D)  Code of ethics

Question 15

All of the following are core values EXCEPT for one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  Veracity 
B)  Beneficence 
C)  Maleficence 
D)  Justice 
A)  Veracity 
B)  Beneficence 
C)  Maleficence 
D)  Justice

Question 16

Distinguishing beneficence from nonmaleficence can be thought of in the following way:

Accepted Answer

A)  Right vs.wrong 
B)  Truthfulness vs.deceit 
C)  Actively promote good vs.do no harm 
A)  Right vs.wrong 
B)  Truthfulness vs.deceit 
C)  Actively promote good vs.do no harm

Question 17

Which of the following are characteristics of a profession? 1)A specialized body of knowledge
2)Self-regulation
3)Collegiality
4)Specialized training
5)Membership in a profession association

Accepted Answer

A)  1,2,and 4 
B)  1,2,and 3 
C)  2,4,and 5 
D)  1,4,and 5 
A)  1,2,and 4 
B)  1,2,and 3 
C)  2,4,and 5 
D)  1,4,and 5

Question 18

Mike is a new patient at your office.It has been more than 2 years since he has seen a dentist,and he refuses radiographs despite being fully informed of the importance in providing thorough and individualized treatment.Nicole,the hygienist,refuses to treat the patient.Which core value is Nicole exercising?

Accepted Answer

A)  Veracity 
B)  Autonomy 
C)  Beneficence 
D)  Nonmaleficence 
A)  Veracity 
B)  Autonomy 
C)  Beneficence 
D)  Nonmaleficence

Question 19

Which of the following is relevant to the core value of confidentiality?

Accepted Answer

A)  Health Insurance Portability and Protection Act 
B)  Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act 
C)  Health Investigation Portability and Protection Act 
D)  Health Investigation Portability and Accountability Act 
A)  Health Insurance Portability and Protection Act 
B)  Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act 
C)  Health Investigation Portability and Protection Act 
D)  Health Investigation Portability and Accountability Act

Question 20

Which core value is the founding principle of all health professions?

Accepted Answer

A)  Beneficence 
B)  Nonmaleficence 
C)  Justice 
D)  Autonomy 
A)  Beneficence 
B)  Nonmaleficence 
C)  Justice 
D)  Autonomy

Exam 2: Legal and Ethical Considerations

A full-face photograph taken by a dental office to include in the patient chart is an example of a potential identifier for protected health information.

In a discussion of informed consent,which ethical principle or value would be primarily considered?

"If I had a chance to do it all over again,would I make the same decision?" is a question under which step in the ethical decision-making model?

Susan graduated from an accredited dental hygiene program but has not taken the national or clinical board examinations.She agrees to a substitute hygiene position and works for 2 days.Which law does Susan violate?

Which core value involves truth-telling?

Following standards of infection control for all patients represents

It is important for a dental hygienist to understand the law in the event he or she is named in a lawsuit.Dental hygienists do not need to worry about liability insurance because they are covered under the dentist's liability insurance.

Which ethical principle is most often discussed in terms of public policy issues related to resource distribution and fair and appropriate allocation of scarce resources?

Civil cases are most often the result of lawsuits that are brought against dentists and dental hygienists.Which of the following is NOT among the most common actions related to health care?

Statutory law is written law set down by a legislature to regulate the conduct of individuals,businesses,etc.Two types of statutory law include tort laws and contract laws.

Law and ethics should be considered as two separate entities when engaging in ethical decision-making.

______are moral principles that guide law creation and individual behavior; ______are rules created by a society to arbitrate its citizens' relationships with each other.

A jurisprudence examination on the laws of the state is part of the licensing process for the dental hygienist.Reciprocity among states allows for the dental hygienist to practice in any state in the United States after successful completion of a jurisprudence exam.

Which of the following outlines responsibilities and duties of each member toward patients,colleagues,and society in general?

All of the following are core values EXCEPT for one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Distinguishing beneficence from nonmaleficence can be thought of in the following way:

Which of the following are characteristics of a profession? 1)A specialized body of knowledge 2)Self-regulation 3)Collegiality 4)Specialized training 5)Membership in a profession association

Which of the following is relevant to the core value of confidentiality?

Which core value is the founding principle of all health professions?

Dental Hygiene As a Profession

Communication Skills

Health Education and Promotion

Immunology and the Oral Systemic Link

Evidence-Based Care

Exposure and Infection Control

Comprehensive Medical and Oral Health History

Assessment Instruments

Extraoral and Intraoral Examination

The Periodontal Examination

Hard Tissue Examination

Biofilm,calculus,and Stain

Indices

Radiology

Dietary Assessment and Nutritional Counseling

Risk Assessment

Dental Hygiene Diagnosis,treatment Plan,documentation,and Case Presentation

Devices

Dentifrices and Mouthrinses

Cariology and Caries Management

Sealants

Prostheses and Appliances,therapeutic Treatment

Ergonomics

Power Scaling

Instrumentation Principles and Techniques

Nonsurgical and Surgical Periodontal Therapy

Management of Dentin Hypersensitivity

Polishing

Esthetics

Dental Fear and Anxiety Management

Nitrous Oxideoxygen Sedation

Local Anesthesia

Evaluation

Maintenance

Introduction to Special Needs

Cardiovascular Disease

Respiratory

Sensory Disability: Vision and Hearing Impairment

Mental Health

Neurological Impairments

Endocrine System

Immune System

Hematological Considerations

Cancer

Pediatric Patient

Mens and Womens Health Issues

The Elderly

Physical Impairment

Alternative Practice Settings

Dental and Medical Emergencies

Practice Management

Career Development

Lifelong Learning

Filters

are moral principles that guide law creation and individual behavior; are rules created by a society to arbitrate its citizens' relationships with each other.