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 __________ refers to the duty to do good and promote the well-being of patients. Answer:

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

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

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

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