Ethical Principles and Code of Ethics

How many core values
does the ADHA Code of Ethics have?

• 5

• 7

• 6

• 8

The Dental Hygiene Code of Ethics include All of the following EXCEPT?

• Preamble

• Purpose

• Key Concepts

• Law

• Basic Beliefs

How many standards of professional responsibility does the ADHA have?

• 5

• 7

• 9

• 11

Four 4 basic beliefs that guide our practice and provide context for our ethic include all of the following EXCEPT:

• Well-being of society

• Responsible for continuing education courses

• Our education/license qualify us to serve the public

• Responsible for our actions and the quality of care we 

       provide

• Function interdependently with other healthcare providers

How many Fundamental Principles does the ADA Code of Ethics have?

• 5

• 7

• 8

• 9

Autonomy is to treat patients with respect and provide full disclosure of all relevant information so patients can make informed choices about their care.

• True

• False

Confidentiality is keeping patient information and treatment private.

• True

• False

Confidential information can be disclosed in all of the following situations EXCEPT

• In an emergency

• To a spouse or another family member

• To a guardian or substitute decision maker of incompetent patient

• Requesting commitment or hospitalization of a mentally ill patient

Societal Trust is to . . .

• Maintain trust of clients through virtuous actions and behavior

• Provide services in a manner that protects and patients and minimizes harm

• Engage in health disease prevention activities to promote the well being of the public

• Tell the truth and expect other to do the same

Nonmaleficence provides services in a manner that protects all patients and minimizes harm to them and others involved in their treatment.

• True

• False