Question 1

Discontinuation of the provider-patient relationship requires appropriate notification to avoid

Accepted Answer

Discontinuation of the provider-patient relationship without appropriate notification can be considered abandonment of the patient, which is a legal and ethical issue. It's important for healthcare providers to follow proper procedures when ending the relationship to avoid this.

Question 2

Trespassing on private property without authorization is a form of an

Accepted Answer

Trespassing on private property without authorization is considered an intentional act that infringes on the property rights of another, making it an intentional tort to property.

Question 3

Each of the following is true of an intentional tort EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

Intentional torts require intent to perform the act that causes harm, not necessarily intent to cause harm itself. Misrepresentation (D) can be an intentional tort if it involves knowingly providing false information to cause harm.

Question 4

The concept that every citizen has the basic right to be free from invasions of his or her body without permission was first extended to health in which of the following legal opinions?

Accepted Answer

The concept that every citizen has the basic right to be free from invasions of his or her body without permission was first extended to health in Schloendorff v. Society of New York Hospital, 105 N.E. 92, 93 in 1914, where Justice Benjamin Cardozo stated, "Every human being of adult years and sound mind has a right to determine what shall be done with his own body." This case laid the foundation for the principle of informed consent in the medical field.

Question 5

Why is it important for a dental patient to provide accurate answers about the medical or dental history and current health status?

Accepted Answer

The delivery of dental care can be significantly influenced by various diseases and conditions, as they may affect the choice of treatment, medication, and precautions necessary during dental procedures.

Question 6

Which of the following is a recommended method for a dental hygienist to remain current with all aspects of patient care?

Accepted Answer

Attending continuing education courses, watching webinars and podcasts, and reading scientific literature are all recommended methods for a dental hygienist to stay current with the latest practices and advancements in patient care.

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of an unintentional tort rather than an intentional tort?

Accepted Answer

Unintentional torts, such as negligence, occur when a person fails to perform a duty of care, leading to harm. Failure to inform a patient of the severity of their treatment needs falls under negligence, as it is a breach of the duty to inform and care for the patient properly, without the intent to cause harm.

Question 8

Each of the following is one of the three most common actions relating to health care EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Each of the following is one of...

Question 9

Each of the following is a responsibility of the patient when receiving oral health care EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

Arriving for an appointment 15 minutes prior to the appointment time is not a universally required responsibility of the patient when receiving oral health care. While it may be recommended or appreciated by some dental offices to facilitate paperwork or preparation, it is not a standard obligation or responsibility in the same way as cooperating in care, providing accurate health information, paying fees, and following instructions are.

Question 10

Patient records may include

Accepted Answer

Patient records can include a variety of materials such as written documentation, radiographs (X-rays), and models (such as dental impressions or casts), all of which are used to track a patient's health history and treatment progress.

Question 11

Patients have the right to obtain their original records. Records must be provided free of charge.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Patients have the right to obtain their...

Question 12

The practice of dental hygiene is a wonderful opportunity for a dental hygienist to try out experimental medications, because trying untested medications on patients can prove or disprove their effectiveness.

Accepted Answer

The practice of dental hygiene does not involve trying out experimental medications on patients. This is unethical and potentially dangerous. The statement suggests an inappropriate practice, and the reason given supports this incorrect practice, making both the statement and the reason incorrect.

Question 13

A dental hygienist is held to the standard of care for a

Accepted Answer

A dental hygienist is held to the standard of care specific to their profession, which is that of a dental hygienist, not to the standards of a periodontist, general dentist, or physician.

Question 14

Which of the following is true of an intentional tort to a person?

Accepted Answer

Battery involves an intentional unpermitted act causing harmful or offensive contact with the "person" of another. Assault, on the other hand, does not require physical contact but involves an act that puts another in reasonable apprehension of imminent harmful or offensive contact. Battery can occur even without an injury, as long as there is unpermitted contact.

Question 15

A dental hygienist has which of the following responsibilities to the patient in regard to licensure?

Accepted Answer

Dental hygienists are required to have a current license for the state in which they practice, and it is typically a requirement for this license to be displayed in the place of practice to inform and assure patients of their qualifications. There is no national license issued by the U.S. government for dental hygienists; licensure is managed at the state level.

Question 16

Which of the following is true of assault and battery?

Accepted Answer

Both assault and battery are considered intentional torts because they involve intentional acts that cause harm or fear of harm.

Question 17

Patients have a number of responsibilities when receiving oral care. One of the patient responsibilities is to follow instructions, including home care instructions.

Accepted Answer

Both statements are true. Patients indeed have responsibilities when receiving oral care, including following instructions provided by their healthcare providers, such as home care instructions to ensure the effectiveness of treatment and maintenance of oral health.

Question 18

The purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is to

Accepted Answer

HIPAA primarily aims to protect the privacy and security of patients' health information, ensuring that personal health data is handled with confidentiality and integrity.

Question 19

Which of the following is true of tort law?

Accepted Answer

A tort is a civil wrong for which the law provides a remedy. It is distinct from criminal law, which deals with crimes against the state, and from contract law, which involves agreements between parties. Tort law, instead, addresses wrongs and damages caused by one party to another.

Question 20

Which of the following concepts is based on the premise that every citizen has the right to be free from invasion of his or her body without permission?

Accepted Answer

Informed consent is a fundamental concept in both medical ethics and legal standards, ensuring that individuals are fully aware of and agree to the procedures and treatments they undergo, thereby protecting their right to autonomy and freedom from unauthorized bodily invasion.

Quiz 8: Dental Hygienistpatient Relationship