DHE 116 Chapter 10 Legal and Ethical Responsibilities

Licensure Requirements for AZ DA:
Laws exist that govern the use of ionizing radiation in dentistry.
The dental auxiliary must be informed of and comply with these regulations.
The possibility of negligent care exists when dental radiographs are not properly exposed or used.

Licensure Requirements for AZ DH:
Laws exist that govern the use of ionizing radiation in dentistry.
The dental auxiliary must be informed of and comply with these regulations.
The possibility of negligent care exists when dental radiographs are not properly exposed or used.

_________ means that the dentist is present in the office when the radiographs are taken.

_________ actions against health care providers have increased in numbers and amount of awards in recent years. Improper practice that results when one is negligent.

________ includes policies and procedures that reduce the chance that a patient will file legal action against a dentist and the oral health care team. eg. informed consent

________  Persons seeking health care services have the legal right to make choices about the care they receive, including the opportunity to consent to or to refuse treatment.

To be a ble to provide _________ prior to undergoing radiographic examinations,a dentist must explain the nature purpose of the examination to a patient. 
Patient has the right to be informed of:
Risks, benefits and harm if x-rays not taken
Person taking x-rays
Number and type of x-rays
Give alternatives, if available

______ is The process of informing the patient about the particulars of exposing dental radiographs

know:

Information presented to the patient should include:
The purpose and potential benefits of the radiographs
The person responsible for exposing the radiographs
The number and type of radiographs
The possible harm that may result if the radiographs are not exposed
The risks associated with x-ray exposure
The alternative diagnostic aids that may serve the same purpose as the radiographs

______ means to be legally obligated to make good any loss or damage that may occur

Dental auxiliary are _____ for their own actions.

Dentist are accountable to supervise the performance of dental auxiliaries and are ____for the their auxiliaries actions

_______  is when the diagnosis made or the dental treatment delivered falls below the standard of care

_______ The quality of care that is provided by dental practitioners in a similar locality under the same or similar conditions

_______ The time period during which a patient may bring a malpractice action against the dentist or auxiliary

Documentation Required and include in the patient records:

All dental patient records including x-rays are ________

_____ laws govern patient records and can impose sanctions, fines or even jail time if confidentially is breached.

Legally, dental radiographs are the property of the ____

Patient needs to sign a ____ for copies of x-rays to go to new dentist or for their own records.

Arizona laws:

State laws regulate dental radiograph exposure.

Dentist and Hygienist are not required to have an additional certification to take dental x-rays.

Dental Assistants need to take and pass the RHS exam as per the DANB standard
depending on state laws change

Patients Who Refuse Dental Radiographs

Who owns my dental radiographs?