Ethics

Which of the following is not a principle of ethics in dentistry?

• Autonomy

• Non-maleficence

• Beneficence

• Paternalism

Which of the following is an example of a breach of patient confidentiality?

• Discussing a patient's case with other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care

• Sharing a patient's personal information on social media

• Obtaining informed consent from the patient before treatment

• Referring a patient to a specialist for further evaluation

Informed consent is important in dentistry because it:

• Helps to establish a good doctor-patient relationship

• Ensures that the patient understands the proposed treatment and any risks involved

• Protects the dentist from legal action

• None of the above

Which of the following is not an ethical issue that may arise in the practice of dentistry?

• Falsifying patient records

• Discrimination based on race or gender

• Overtreatment of patients

• Use of evidence-based treatment protocols

Which of the following statements about the dentist-patient relationship is true?

• The dentist should always defer to the patient's wishes, even if it goes against their professional judgment

• The dentist should prioritize their own interests over those of the patient

• The dentist should act in the best interests of the patient, based on their professional judgment and the patient's wishes

• The dentist has no ethical obligations towards their patients

The principle of (a)   refers to the duty to do good and promote the well-being of patients. Answer:

The principle of (a)   requires that dental professionals avoid causing harm to their patients and prioritize the prevention of harm above all else.

(a)   is the ethical principle that requires dental professionals to respect their patients' rights to make decisions about their own healthcare.

The principle of (a)   requires that dental professionals ensure fair and equal access to dental care for all patients, regardless of socioeconomic status or other factors

(a)   is a set of moral principles and values that govern the behavior of a profession