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Ethical codes lay out the goals and aspirations of a group and address areas of ___.
integrity, dedication and principles of behavior
A virtue is defined as a ___.
character trait
Educational institutions seek to prepare students for working in health care professions by ___.
teaching about the codes of the professions
A bad clinical outcome from medical or dental treatment does not always indicate unethical conduct.
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A code of ethics is a promise to society to ___.
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Judicial notice is a term that means a court of law ___.
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Problems in the 15th century with physicians who revealed the secrets of patients is known today as ___.
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Problems in the 15th century with physicians who treated patients while drunk is known today as ___.
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The first dental code has been in place since ___.
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The primary goal of the dental code of ethics as stated in the preamble is to ___.
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The first dental hygiene code was created in ___.
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The principles and values utilized in the dental hygiene code of ethics are ___.
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The term complementarity can be defined as ___.
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What percentage of patients in a 2015 survey by the American Dental Association stated that they were likely to choose an ADA member dentist knowing that those dentists follow an ethical code?
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The main goal of ethics education in dental education programs 'is to ___.
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Study Notes
Ethical Codes in Dentistry
- Ethical codes articulate the aspirations and objectives of a professional group, emphasizing integrity, dedication, and behavior principles.
- A code of ethics serves as a societal promise to maintain the standards and values of the profession.
Virtues and Character
- A virtue is characterized as a key trait integral to personal and professional identity.
Education in Healthcare
- Educational institutions prepare students in healthcare by teaching the relevant codes of that profession.
Clinical Outcomes and Ethics
- A negative clinical outcome in medical or dental treatment does not necessarily reflect unethical behavior.
Legal Terms
- Judicial notice allows a court to acknowledge specific facts as established doctrine of evidence.
Historical Context of Confidentiality
- Issues in the 15th century, such as physicians breaching patient confidentiality, continue to influence current standards of practice.
Nonmaleficence in Historical Practice
- Historical problems, like intoxicated physicians treating patients, are linked to the principle of nonmaleficence.
Evolution of Dental Codes
- The first established dental code dates back to 1866, and the first dental hygiene code was created in 1927.
Primary Goal of Ethics
- The fundamental aim of the dental code of ethics is to prioritize the patient’s well-being.
Core Principles of Dental Hygiene Ethics
- Key principles in the dental hygiene code of ethics include individual autonomy, beneficence, justice, nonmaleficence, veracity, confidentiality, and societal trust.
Cultural Competence
- The term complementarity is associated with cultural competence in the context of dental ethics.
Patient Trust and Ethical Standards
- In a 2015 survey, 75% of patients indicated a preference for choosing ADA member dentists, knowing they adhere to an ethical code.
Goal of Ethics Education
- The primary goal of ethics education within dental programs is to foster ethical decision-making skills.
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Test your understanding of ethical principles in healthcare with these flashcards from the dental care CE course 528. Learn about the goals of ethical codes, virtues, and the preparation of students for health care professions. Improve your grasp of essential concepts in dental ethics.
