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Which of the following principles specifically emphasizes the importance of respecting a patient's rights to self-determination?
Which of the following principles specifically emphasizes the importance of respecting a patient's rights to self-determination?
What does the Code of Professional Conduct primarily express?
What does the Code of Professional Conduct primarily express?
How are the Advisory Opinions formed within the ADA framework?
How are the Advisory Opinions formed within the ADA framework?
Which principle necessitates that dental professionals avoid causing harm to patients?
Which principle necessitates that dental professionals avoid causing harm to patients?
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In cases where ethical principles conflict, what is often required?
In cases where ethical principles conflict, what is often required?
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What consequence can a member of the ADA face for violating the Code of Professional Conduct?
What consequence can a member of the ADA face for violating the Code of Professional Conduct?
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What is one main function of the Advisory Opinions issued by the ADA?
What is one main function of the Advisory Opinions issued by the ADA?
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Why is patient confidentiality emphasized under the principle of patient autonomy?
Why is patient confidentiality emphasized under the principle of patient autonomy?
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What is the ethical obligation of a dentist regarding the supply of dental records upon a patient's request?
What is the ethical obligation of a dentist regarding the supply of dental records upon a patient's request?
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Which principle underscores the dentist's duty to protect the patient from harm?
Which principle underscores the dentist's duty to protect the patient from harm?
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Before forwarding sensitive health records, such as those containing HIV information, what must a dentist obtain?
Before forwarding sensitive health records, such as those containing HIV information, what must a dentist obtain?
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What must dentists do to ensure their professional status is upheld?
What must dentists do to ensure their professional status is upheld?
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When a specialist completes treatment without a referring dentist, what must they inform the patient about?
When a specialist completes treatment without a referring dentist, what must they inform the patient about?
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If a patient is referred for a second opinion regarding a treatment plan, what should the receiving dentist provide?
If a patient is referred for a second opinion regarding a treatment plan, what should the receiving dentist provide?
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What is a key obligation of dentists in relation to consultation and referral?
What is a key obligation of dentists in relation to consultation and referral?
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What is the primary focus of the confidentiality principle concerning patient records?
What is the primary focus of the confidentiality principle concerning patient records?
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What must a dentist disclose when presenting educational information?
What must a dentist disclose when presenting educational information?
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Which of the following is considered unethical for a dentist when advertising?
Which of the following is considered unethical for a dentist when advertising?
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What is required for a dentist to ethically announce specialization?
What is required for a dentist to ethically announce specialization?
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Dentists should avoid which of the following practices when representing themselves?
Dentists should avoid which of the following practices when representing themselves?
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What should general dentists state when advertising their services?
What should general dentists state when advertising their services?
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Which statement about using the title 'Doctor' or 'Dentist' is accurate?
Which statement about using the title 'Doctor' or 'Dentist' is accurate?
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When prescribing devices or drugs, dentists must ensure what?
When prescribing devices or drugs, dentists must ensure what?
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What is the implication of using a misleading trade name for a dental practice?
What is the implication of using a misleading trade name for a dental practice?
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What is essential to effective communication with patients and their families?
What is essential to effective communication with patients and their families?
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What must professionals do when they have a financial interest in a referral service?
What must professionals do when they have a financial interest in a referral service?
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Which of the following statements about advertising as a healthcare professional is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about advertising as a healthcare professional is TRUE?
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How should a healthcare provider handle treatments that exceed their competence?
How should a healthcare provider handle treatments that exceed their competence?
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What is a critical component when listening to patients?
What is a critical component when listening to patients?
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What must be avoided to maintain professional integrity among colleagues?
What must be avoided to maintain professional integrity among colleagues?
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When communicating health information to patients, it is important to:
When communicating health information to patients, it is important to:
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In an effective communication plan, what should be prioritized?
In an effective communication plan, what should be prioritized?
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What is one of the primary obligations dentists have towards society?
What is one of the primary obligations dentists have towards society?
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What should dentists do if they suspect cases of abuse or neglect?
What should dentists do if they suspect cases of abuse or neglect?
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Which statement best captures the principle of justice as it relates to dental professionals?
Which statement best captures the principle of justice as it relates to dental professionals?
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How should dentists approach the results of their research?
How should dentists approach the results of their research?
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What role does a dentist's behavior play in the workplace?
What role does a dentist's behavior play in the workplace?
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What is a dentist's obligation regarding patents and copyrights?
What is a dentist's obligation regarding patents and copyrights?
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In what way should dentists engage with their professional societies?
In what way should dentists engage with their professional societies?
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What is a significant concern for dentists regarding workplace behavior?
What is a significant concern for dentists regarding workplace behavior?
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What is the main risk associated with announcing an unearned academic degree?
What is the main risk associated with announcing an unearned academic degree?
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If a healthcare professional suspects they have a communicable disease, what is their primary responsibility?
If a healthcare professional suspects they have a communicable disease, what is their primary responsibility?
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To ensure the safety of clinical research, what is a critical requirement for patient participation?
To ensure the safety of clinical research, what is a critical requirement for patient participation?
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What practices should be avoided regarding patient confidentiality?
What practices should be avoided regarding patient confidentiality?
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What should a professional do if they notice another licensed practitioner exhibiting concerning behavior?
What should a professional do if they notice another licensed practitioner exhibiting concerning behavior?
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Which of the following actions demonstrates a violation of the ethical obligation to protect patient information?
Which of the following actions demonstrates a violation of the ethical obligation to protect patient information?
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How should a healthcare professional handle a patient's refusal for therapy?
How should a healthcare professional handle a patient's refusal for therapy?
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What is required before any clinical trial can proceed involving patient participants?
What is required before any clinical trial can proceed involving patient participants?
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Study Notes
ADA Codes of Ethics
- The ADA code has three main components
- Principles of Ethics-aspirational goals of the profession, guidance, justification for the Code of Professional Conduct
- Advisory Opinions-interpretations of the Code of Professional Conduct to specific fact situations
- Code of Professional Conduct-expressions of specific types of conduct (required or prohibited)
Principles of Ethics
- Patient autonomy-respect patient's self-determination and confidentiality
- Nonmaleficence-duty to refrain from harming patients
- Beneficence-duty to promote patient's welfare
- Justice-duty to treat people fairly
- Veracity-duty to communicate truthfully
Advisory Opinions
- Interpretations of the Code of Professional Conduct
- Adopted by the ADA's Council on Ethics, Bylaws and Judicial Affairs
- Guide membership on how to interpret the Code in disciplinary proceedings
- Part of an ongoing dialogue between dental profession and society
- Subject to continuous review
Patient Involvement and Patient Records
- Dentists must inform patients of proposed treatment and alternatives
- Dentists must safeguard confidentiality of patient records
- Patient records must be maintained with patient welfare in mind
Supplying Copies of Records
- Dentists are ethically obliged to provide patient records, free or for minimal cost if requested
- Copies or summaries of records, including X-rays
- Records must be beneficial for future treatment
Confidentiality of Patient Records
- The key principle is protecting patient confidentiality
- Written permission from patient is needed to forward sensitive information
Section 2 - Non-maleficence
- Dentists have a duty to refrain from harming patients
- Keeping knowledge and skills current
- Knowing limitations and when to refer to specialists
- Knowing when to delegate care to auxiliaries
Code of Professional Conduct - Education
- Dentists are responsible for keeping their knowledge and skill current
Code of Professional Conduct - Consultation and Referral
- Dentists obliged to seek consultation if patient welfare is improved
- Specialists or consulting dentists will return patient after completion of their care, unless the preference of the patient is different
- Specialists must inform patients when further dental care is required
Advisory Opinions - Second Opinions
- Dentist, who receives referral for "second opinion", must render the opinion
- Use of auxiliary personnel
- Dentists must only assign qualified auxiliaries to legally delegatable duties
Advisory Opinions - Ability to Practice
- Dentists with diseases or impairments that endanger patients or staff must limit practice to safe areas.
Advisory Opinions - Exposure to Bloodborne pathogens
- Ethically obliged to conduct and inform on own blood-borne pathogen
- Inform care providers if the dentist is the source individual
- Consent to testing to evaluate the patient
Advisory Opinions - Patient Abandonment
- Dentists should not discontinue treatment without notice and opportunity to find another dentist; Should not jeopardize patient's health
- No interpersonal relationships that impair professional judgment
Section 3 - Beneficence
- Dentists are duty bound to promote patient welfare
- Primaries obligation is to the patient and public at large
- Competent and timely delivery of dental care, respecting patient's needs, values
Code of Professional Conduct - Community Service
- Dentists obligated to contribute to improving public dental health
- Be leaders in the community
- Maintain or elevate esteem of the profession
Code of Professional Conduct - Research and Development
- Dentists obligated to make research results available for safeguarding and promoting public health
- Patents and copyrights may be secured by dentists, but cannot restrict research or practice
- Dentists need to be familiar with signs of abuse and neglect, and report to the proper authorities
- Professional demeanor in workplace should support respectful and collaborative relationships
Advisory Opinions - Reporting Abuse and Neglect
- Dentists are ethically obliged to identify and report cases
- This should be done to the same extent as the legal obligations according to the jurisdiction where the practise is performed.
Advisory Opinions - Disruptive Behavior in the Workplace
- Dentists should be leaders of the oral healthcare team
- Should maintain the required environment and encourage good practice
Principle of Justice
- Dentists have a duty to treat people fairly
- Have a duty to be fair in their dealings patients, colleagues and society
- Dental care should be delivered without prejudice
Codes of Professional Conduct - Patient Selection
- Dentists cannot refuse to accept patients or deny services based on race, religion, etc.
- Must have arrangements for emergency care
Expert Testimony
- Dentists may provide expert testimony if essential for fair disposition
Advisory Opinions - Patients with Bloodborne Pathogens
- Obligation to provide care, but avoiding treatment based on any disease is unethical
- Decisions regarding treatment, and considerations of the health, skills, knowledge, and experience of the patient
- Determine appropriateness based on physician consultation with the patient
Truthful Advertising
- Advertising must be truthful
- Cannot persuade patients to acquire unnecessary services
- Must not mislead patients
- Must provide accurate information about qualifications and skills
- Financial interest in a service must be disclosed to patients prior to referral
Skills Development and Competencies
- Dentists must only practice within their competence
- Consult on cases involving scope of practice
Ethics in Research
- Research should adhere to highest conservation standards
- Actions should consider respect for cultural property
- Research must contribute to society's good based on proper theory
- Participants must consent voluntarily and experience mustn't exceed benefits
- Environment and protection for participants is important
Ethics in Research - Additional Points
- Experiments only with qualified personnel
- Allow patients to discontinue experiments
- Stop experiments if harm is predicted
- Results communicated appropriately and timely to the community
- Participants' confidentiality maintained
References
- Includes Ministerial Resolutions and Codes of Ethics documents
Thank You
- simple acknowledgment
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Test your knowledge on the ADA's Code of Ethics and its main components. This quiz covers principles like patient autonomy, beneficence, and justice, along with the purpose of advisory opinions and the Code of Professional Conduct. See how well you understand the ethical framework guiding dental professionals.
