Question 1

When a patient suggests that the dentist pay him $50 for every patient referred to the dental office, the dentist says no because it would be (a/an)

Accepted Answer

This scenario describes a kickback, which is a form of bribery or improper payment for referrals, and is considered unethical and illegal in many jurisdictions, especially in healthcare settings.

Question 2

Dental hygienists have the obligation to limit their practice to the scope of functions permitted by law in the jurisdiction in which they are practicing. If asked by an employing dentist to perform services that are clearly outside the legal scope of practice, the dental hygienist should defer to his or her supervisor and perform those services.

Accepted Answer

The first statement is true because dental hygienists must adhere to the legal scope of practice defined by the jurisdiction they work in. The second statement is false because if asked to perform services outside their legal scope, dental hygienists should not perform those services, even if requested by a supervisor, to maintain professional and legal standards.

Question 3

Dental hygienists in some states are mandated to maintain professional liability insurance or other indemnity against liability for professional malpractice. When mandated, the law may prescribe the level of insurance that must be maintained per incident as well as in the aggregate.

Accepted Answer

Both statements accurately describe the legal requirements for dental hygienists in some states regarding professional liability insurance, including the specifics of coverage levels per incident and in aggregate.

Question 4

All of the following states permit the unsupervised practice of dental hygiene EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

Michigan does not permit the unsupervised practice of dental hygiene, unlike the other states listed.

Question 5

Which of the following forms of supervision requires the dentist's approval of the work prior to dismissal of the patient?

Accepted Answer

Direct supervision requires the dentist's presence in the dental office or facility, personally diagnoses the condition to be treated, personally authorizes the procedure, and before dismissal of the patient, evaluates the performance of the dental auxiliary.

Question 6

Unsupervised dental hygiene may be performed by licensed dental hygienists without supervision of a licensed dentist in Colorado, because some states, including Colorado, Connecticut, New Mexico, Minnesota, and Maine, permit the unsupervised practice of dental hygiene.

Accepted Answer

The statement and reason are correct and related because they explain that in some states, including Colorado, licensed dental hygienists are allowed to practice unsupervised, which is a specific regulation that varies by state.

Question 7

Child abuse spans which of the following aspects of society?

Accepted Answer

Child abuse is a complex issue that spans socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic aspects of society, as it can occur in any community regardless of its economic status, cultural background, or ethnic group.

Question 8

Which of the following is true regarding the maintenance of patient health care records?

Accepted Answer

Health care records are considered confidential and are protected by laws and regulations to prevent unauthorized disclosure. This confidentiality is a fundamental principle in the healthcare industry to ensure patient privacy and trust.

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true regarding the reporting of child and elder abuse?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements is true...

Question 10

General due process provisions include notice and an opportunity to be heard. Notice generally includes a statement of the proposed action to be taken, the available evidence supporting the proposed action, and

Accepted Answer

General due process provisions indeed include the requirement of notice and an opportunity to be heard, where the opportunity for a hearing is a fundamental aspect. This allows the individual to present their case or defense against the proposed action.

Question 11

Which of the following forms of supervision require the dentist to be present in the dental office during treatment by the dental hygienist?

Accepted Answer

Direct supervision requires the dentist to be physically present in the office during the procedure, while indirect supervision does not require the dentist to be present but available for consultation. General supervision allows the hygienist to perform duties without the dentist being present.

Question 12

Some states have enacted legislation that mandates that dental professionals be currently certified

Accepted Answer

Mandating CPR certification for dental professionals is a common requirement to ensure they can respond to cardiac emergencies, which is more relevant to their role than the specialized or unrelated certifications listed in the other options.

Quiz 7: Society and the State Dental Practice Act