Ethics & Professionalism MCQ 2

Question 1 of 100

1. Question

What is the significance of informed consent in dental ethical decision-making?

Withholding information from patients
Providing vague information to patients
Rushing through the consent process
Ensuring patients understand information

Question 2 of 100

2. Question

Which core value underscores the importance of treating all patients with kindness and understanding?

Justice
Compassion
Autonomy
Non-maleficence

Question 3 of 100

3. Question

What core value involves the commitment to providing honest and transparent information in dental advertising and marketing?

Fidelity
Autonomy
Compassion
Professionalism

Question 4 of 100

4. Question

How does the dentist’s obligation to resource allocation impact patient care?

By promoting overconsumption of resources
By limiting access to dental care
By ensuring fair and equitable distribution of resources
By prioritizing personal interests over patient well-being

Question 5 of 100

5. Question

What is the role of patient education in dental risk management?

Ignoring patient questions and concerns
Avoiding discussions about treatment options with patients
Providing clear and understandable information to empower patients
Rushing through patient education sessions

Question 6 of 100

6. Question

Which of these statements is true?

Virtue Ethics is about an individual of good character doing the wrong thing
Teleological theory stresses out duties and obligations
Providing sufficiently clear action guides is one of the weaknesses of virtue theory
Virtue theory explicit grounding in the community are one of the strengths of this theory

Question 7 of 100

7. Question

All of these are Principles of Medical Ethics EXCEPT:

Autonomy
Beneficence
Honesty
Social Justice

Question 8 of 100

8. Question

Which ethical principle guides fair resource allocation in dental practice?

Autonomy
Justice
Non-maleficence
Beneficence

Question 9 of 100

9. Question

What core value promotes the fair and equitable treatment of all patients, regardless of individual differences?

Autonomy
Justice
Beneficence
Fidelity

Question 10 of 100

10. Question

How does the core value of compassion contribute to ethical decision-making in dental practice?

By promoting dishonesty in patient interactions
By fostering a commitment to ongoing self-improvement
By fostering trust, understanding, and kindness in patient interactions
By limiting collaboration with colleagues

Question 11 of 100

11. Question

What role does ethical decision-making play in fulfilling the dentist’s obligation to patients?

It promotes dishonesty in patient interactions
It encourages a narrow perspective in treatment planning
It guides decisions in alignment with ethical principles to ensure patient well-being
It limits collaboration with colleagues

Question 12 of 100

12. Question

How can dental professionals manage the risk of potential legal issues?

By avoiding documentation
By engaging in dual relationships with patients
By providing clear communication and documentation, and seeking legal advice when necessary
By minimizing communication with the dental team

Question 13 of 100

13. Question

“Patient-physician privilege” best describes:

Autonomy
Justice
Truth-telling
Confidentiality

Question 14 of 100

14. Question

What role does the principle of beneficence play in dental ethical decision-making?

Avoiding harm to patients
Promoting the well-being of patients
Treating patients fairly and equitably
Respecting patients' autonomy

Question 15 of 100

15. Question

In dental core values, what does the principle of autonomy emphasize?

Treating patients fairly and equitably
Respecting patients' right to make informed decisions
Promoting the well-being of patients
Avoiding harm to patients

Question 16 of 100

16. Question

What core value emphasizes the responsibility of dental professionals to minimize the environmental impact of dental practices?

Autonomy
Beneficence
Justice
Environmental responsibility

Question 17 of 100

17. Question

How does the dentist’s obligation to environmental responsibility contribute to ethical practice?

By promoting the use of disposable materials
By ignoring eco-friendly practices
By limiting resource allocation in dental offices
By implementing eco-friendly practices in dental offices

Question 18 of 100

18. Question

What role does ethical decision-making play in dental risk management?

It encourages unethical practices
It promotes complacency in professional development
It guides decisions in alignment with ethical principles, reducing the risk of legal issues
It discourages collaboration with colleagues

Question 19 of 100

19. Question

All of these are true about Confidentiality EXCEPT:

Based on trust
Always should be maintained of all personal, medical and legal information
Applied to conversations between doctors and patients
Sometimes keeping of it would cause harm

Question 20 of 100

20. Question

In dental codes of ethics, what does the term “fiduciary” signify?

Placing personal interests above patient interests
Prioritizing patient interests above personal interests
Ignoring the needs of the dental team
Engaging in dual relationships with patients

Question 21 of 100

21. Question

How does the core value of non-maleficence guide dental professionals?

By avoiding harm to patients
By promoting the well-being of patients
By treating patients fairly and equitably
By respecting patients' autonomy

Question 22 of 100

22. Question

What is the primary ethical obligation of a dentist towards their patients?

Maximizing personal income
Minimizing treatment options
Prioritizing patient well-being
Ignoring informed consent

Question 23 of 100

23. Question

What is the role of the dentist’s obligation to public health in their professional responsibilities?

Ignoring community needs
Limiting involvement in public health initiatives
Prioritizing individual interests over community well-being
Engaging in public health initiatives and community outreach programs

Question 24 of 100

24. Question

How can dental professionals manage the risk of technology-related issues in the practice?

By avoiding the use of technology
By implementing appropriate cybersecurity measures and staying informed about technological advancements
By limiting patient choices
By ignoring ongoing education in technology

Question 25 of 100

25. Question

All of the following are medical ethics theories EXCEPT:

Deontological Theory
Virtue Theory
Autonomy Theory
Teleological Theory

Question 26 of 100

26. Question

How can ethical decision-making address conflicts of interest in dental practice?

By prioritizing personal interests over patient care
By ignoring conflicts of interest
By managing and disclosing conflicts of interest appropriately
By avoiding ethical considerations in practice

Question 27 of 100

27. Question

What core value emphasizes the obligation to promote the well-being of patients and ensure their overall welfare?

Beneficence
Fidelity
Autonomy
Compassion

Question 28 of 100

28. Question

How does the obligation to informed consent contribute to patient care?

By limiting patient choices
By promoting transparency and respect for patient autonomy
By avoiding communication with patients
By rushing through the consent process

Question 29 of 100

29. Question

How does the obligation to patient advocacy contribute to ethical dental practice?

By prioritizing personal interests over patient well-being
By avoiding collaboration with other healthcare professionals
By promoting patient rights and ensuring their interests are represented
By ignoring disparities in access to dental care

Question 30 of 100

30. Question

What is the role of peer review in dental risk management?

To discourage collaboration with colleagues
To promote a culture of continuous improvement and learning
To avoid accountability
To limit communication with the dental team

Question 31 of 100

31. Question

One of these is NOT TRUE about The Principle of Justice:

Requires people to be treated fairly.
Actions are consistent, accountable and transparent.
Ordered by court
Respect for the Law

Question 32 of 100

32. Question

What ethical principle emphasizes the obligation to treat patients fairly and equitably, without discrimination?

Autonomy
Justice
Non-maleficence
Beneficence

Question 33 of 100

33. Question

How does the core value of fidelity contribute to dental practice?

By prioritizing personal interests over patient well-being
By promoting transparency in marketing practices
By fostering trust and loyalty in the dentist-patient relationship
By avoiding collaboration with colleagues

Question 34 of 100

34. Question

What ethical principle guides dentists to avoid causing harm to patients?

Autonomy
Justice
Non-maleficence
Beneficence

Question 35 of 100

35. Question

What is the role of the dentist’s obligation to patient safety in their professional responsibilities?

Ignoring safety protocols
Prioritizing efficiency over patient safety
Ensuring the implementation of safety protocols to protect patients
Avoiding ongoing education and training in safety practices

Question 36 of 100

36. Question

How can dental professionals manage the risk of inadequate record-keeping?

By avoiding documentation
By creating unnecessary paperwork
By ensuring accurate and thorough record-keeping of patient information
By rushing through the informed consent process

Question 37 of 100

37. Question

All of these are true about non-maleficence principle EXCEPT:

Includes an obligation not to inflict harm intentionally.
Includes informed consent and truth telling.
Physicians must refrain from providing ineffective treatments or acting with malice toward patients.
Offers little useful guidance to physicians because many beneficial therapies also have serious risks.

Question 38 of 100

38. Question

How does ethical decision-making address disparities in access to dental care?

By prioritizing individual interests over community well-being
By limiting involvement in community outreach programs
By advocating for policies that promote equitable access to dental care
By ignoring community needs

Question 39 of 100

39. Question

What core value guides dental professionals to prioritize patient well-being in decision-making?

Autonomy
Beneficence
Compassion
Justice

Question 40 of 100

40. Question

How can dentists fulfill their obligation to patient confidentiality?

By sharing patient information openly
By avoiding communication with patients
By prioritizing personal interests over patient privacy
By safeguarding patient privacy and confidentiality

Question 41 of 100

41. Question

How does the dentist’s obligation to community well-being impact their professional responsibilities?

Ignoring community needs
Limiting involvement in community outreach programs
Prioritizing individual interests over community well-being
Engaging in community outreach programs and public health initiatives

Question 42 of 100

42. Question

What role does teamwork and communication within the dental team play in risk management?

To discourage collaboration with colleagues
To promote a culture of isolation and limited communication
To ensure efficient operation and minimize errors through effective communication and collaboration
To prioritize personal interests over patient well-being

Question 43 of 100

43. Question

Which of these is not true about patients access to their notes?

Data belongs to patient
Third party information
Layman unable to cope with data.
Accuracy reduced by sharing.

Question 44 of 100

44. Question

What is the role of ethical decision-making in maintaining patient confidentiality?

Limiting communication with patients
Sharing patient information openly
Safeguarding patient privacy and trust
Withholding information from the dental team

Question 45 of 100

45. Question

Which core value underscores the importance of clear and effective communication with patients?

Fidelity
Professionalism
Compassion
Autonomy

Question 46 of 100

46. Question

What is the role of transparency in the dentist’s obligation to patients?

To limit patient choices
To promote honesty and openness in communication
To prioritize personal interests over patient well-being
To avoid discussing treatment options with patients

Question 47 of 100

47. Question

What is the significance of the dentist’s obligation to patient education in ethical practice?

Ignoring patient questions and concerns
Rushing through patient education sessions
Providing clear and understandable information to empower patients
Avoiding discussions about treatment options with patients

Question 48 of 100

48. Question

How can dental professionals manage the risk of procedural errors?

By avoiding ongoing education and training
By rushing through procedures
By ensuring ongoing education and training, and adhering to established protocols
By minimizing communication with patients

Question 49 of 100

49. Question

The key difference between virtue theory and the other ethical theories is that:

Virtue theory stress consequences of actions.
Virtue theory considers that actions must be good and not beneficial.
Virtue theory emphasizes the moral character of the individual.
None of the above

Question 50 of 100

50. Question

How does ethical decision-making address advertising and marketing practices in dental practice?

Encouraging misleading claims to attract patients
Restricting information about dental services
Promoting transparency in marketing practices
Attracting patients through dishonest means

Question 51 of 100

51. Question

In dental core values, what does the principle of justice involve?

Treating patients fairly and equitably
Respecting patients' autonomy
Promoting the well-being of patients
Avoiding harm to patients

Question 52 of 100

52. Question

How does the obligation to cultural competence contribute to patient care?

By limiting patient choices based on cultural differences
By fostering a commitment to ongoing self-improvement and learning
By being aware of and respecting diverse cultural values to provide patient-centered care
By avoiding collaboration with colleagues from different backgrounds

Question 53 of 100

53. Question

How does the dentist’s obligation to professional boundaries contribute to ethical practice?

By engaging in dual relationships with patients
By prioritizing personal interests over patient well-being
By maintaining appropriate relationships and boundaries with patients
By avoiding communication with patients outside of office hours

Question 54 of 100

54. Question

What is the role of patient satisfaction surveys in dental risk management?

To discourage patient feedback
To avoid accountability
To promote a culture of continuous improvement based on patient feedback
To limit patient choices

Question 55 of 100

55. Question

Practical Obstacles to the Practice of Confidentiality include:

Modern medical treatment involves a small number of medical professionals.
Information about patients is increasingly stored on large electronic databases, which may not be secure.
Approved research
A+B

Question 56 of 100

56. Question

In ethical decision-making, what does the term “fiduciary” signify?

Placing personal interests above patient interests
Prioritizing patient interests above personal interests
Ignoring the needs of the dental team
Engaging in dual relationships with patients

Question 57 of 100

57. Question

How does the core value of compassion impact the dentist-patient relationship?

It promotes transparency in marketing practices
It fosters a commitment to ongoing self-improvement and learning
It promotes trust, understanding, and kindness in patient interactions
It limits patient choices

Question 58 of 100

58. Question

What is the significance of the dentist’s obligation to ongoing education and professional development?

It limits collaboration with colleagues
It promotes outdated practices
It ensures ongoing skill improvement and staying current
It encourages a stagnant approach to dentistry

Question 59 of 100

59. Question

What is the primary goal of dental risk management?

Maximizing profits
Minimizing patient choices
Enhancing patient safety and minimizing liability
Avoiding communication with patients

Question 60 of 100

60. Question

How can dental professionals manage the risk of financial issues within the practice?

By prioritizing personal income over patient well-being
By avoiding financial planning and management
By implementing sound financial practices and seeking professional advice
By limiting patient choices based on financial considerations

Question 61 of 100

61. Question

All of the following are characteristics of Consequential Theory EXCEPT:

Choosing the actions that provide the best outcome.
An act is moral if it could become a universal rule for society.
Study the outcomes of actions while analyzing moral activity.
B+C

Question 62 of 100

62. Question

How does ethical decision-making address conflicts of interest within the dental community?

Encouraging unethical practices among colleagues
Ignoring unethical behavior
Reporting and addressing unethical behavior
Avoiding involvement in professional organizations

Question 63 of 100

63. Question

What core value involves the obligation to uphold the trust and loyalty of patients in dental practice?

Fidelity
Beneficence
Justice
Professionalism

Question 64 of 100

64. Question

How does the obligation to empathy contribute to the dentist-patient relationship?

By promoting dishonesty in patient interactions
By minimizing the emotional aspect of patient care
By demonstrating understanding and compassion towards patients
By prioritizing efficiency over patient comfort

Question 65 of 100

65. Question

How can effective communication contribute to dental risk management?

By avoiding discussions about treatment options with patients
By promoting transparency and understanding between the dentist and the patient
By limiting patient choices
By rushing through the informed consent process

Question 66 of 100

66. Question

What is the significance of patient follow-up in dental risk management?

To discourage patient communication
To avoid accountability
To ensure continuity of care, address concerns, and identify potential issues early
To limit patient choices

Question 67 of 100

67. Question

The Virtues are habits formed by all of the following EXCEPT:

One's personality
Interacting with people in the work environment.
Parental and social training.
Professional and other standards suitable to one's choices and roles in society.

Question 68 of 100

68. Question

What ethical principle guides dentists to prioritize patient autonomy in decision-making?

Autonomy
Justice
Non-maleficence
Beneficence

Question 69 of 100

69. Question

How does the core value of autonomy manifest in dental decision-making?

By avoiding harm to patients
By promoting the well-being of patients
By respecting patients' right to make informed decisions
By treating patients fairly and equitably

Question 70 of 100

70. Question

What does the dentist’s obligation to patient autonomy involve?

Ignoring patient preferences
Respecting patients' right to make informed decisions
Rushing through the consent process
Prioritizing personal interests over patient well-being

Question 71 of 100

71. Question

What role does informed consent play in dental risk management?

It limits patient choices
It promotes transparency and respect for patient autonomy
It avoids communication with patients
It discourages patient involvement in decision-making

Question 72 of 100

72. Question

How can dental professionals manage the risk of inadequate staff training?

By avoiding ongoing education and training for the staff
By rushing through staff training sessions
By ensuring ongoing education and training for the staff, focusing on relevant skills and protocols
By limiting communication with staff members

Question 73 of 100

73. Question

The virtues that are held to be socially valuable are:

Honesty
Kindness
Truth-telling
All of the above

Question 74 of 100

74. Question

How can ethical decision-making address the environmental impact of dental practices?

Ignoring eco-friendly practices
Promoting the use of disposable materials
Implementing eco-friendly practices and minimizing waste
Limiting access to dental care

Question 75 of 100

75. Question

What core value involves the commitment to ongoing self-improvement and learning in dentistry?

Fidelity
Professionalism
Autonomy
Compassion

Question 76 of 100

76. Question

How does the dentist’s obligation to fairness impact treatment decisions?

By limiting patient choices
By prioritizing personal interests over patient well-being
By treating patients fairly and equitably, without discrimination
By avoiding collaboration with colleagues

Question 77 of 100

77. Question

How can dental professionals manage the risk of infection control in the practice?

Ignoring safety protocols
Prioritizing efficiency over infection control
Ensuring adherence to infection control protocols and guidelines
Avoiding ongoing education and training in infection control practices

Question 78 of 100

78. Question

What role does a comprehensive risk management plan play in a dental practice?

To discourage accountability
To avoid documentation
To proactively identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks within the practice
To limit communication with the dental team

Question 79 of 100

79. Question

If you do what’s right regardless of who’s around, you have the characteristics of:

Power
Confidence
Honesty
Confidentiality

Question 80 of 100

80. Question

What ethical principle emphasizes the obligation to avoid causing harm to patients?

Autonomy
Justice
Non-maleficence
Fidelity

Question 81 of 100

81. Question

What is the role of ethical decision-making in maintaining trust between dental professionals and patients?

Fostering mistrust by prioritizing personal interests
Disregarding patient preferences
Promoting honesty, transparency, and patient-centered care
Limiting communication with patients

Question 82 of 100

82. Question

How does the core value of justice address disparities in access to dental care?

By promoting individual interests over community well-being
By limiting involvement in community outreach programs
By advocating for policies that promote equitable access to dental care
By ignoring community needs

Question 83 of 100

83. Question

What is the primary goal of ethical advertising and marketing in dental practice?

Making misleading claims to attract patients
Restricting information about dental services
Avoiding transparency in marketing practices
Attracting patients through honest and transparent means

Question 84 of 100

84. Question

What is the purpose of documentation in dental risk management?

To avoid accountability
To create unnecessary paperwork
To provide clear records of patient care, treatment plans, and informed consent
To limit communication with the dental team

Question 85 of 100

85. Question

Dental Doctors do have an obligation to:

Help individuals with disabilities
Rescue persons who are in danger
Prevent and remove harm
All of the above

Question 86 of 100

86. Question

Stopping a medication that is shown to be harmful is an example of :

Non-maleficence
Autonomy
Teleological theories
Beneficence

Question 87 of 100

87. Question

In dental ethical decision-making, what does the term “autonomy” refer to?

Avoiding patient preferences
Respecting patients' right to make informed decisions
Ignoring diverse cultural values
Prioritizing personal interests over patient well-being

Question 88 of 100

88. Question

How can ethical decision-making address disparities in access to dental care?

By prioritizing individual interests over community well-being
By limiting involvement in community outreach programs
By advocating for policies that promote equitable access to dental care
By ignoring community needs

Question 89 of 100

89. Question

What core value emphasizes the obligation to provide dental care without discrimination based on individual characteristics?

Fidelity
Compassion
Justice
Autonomy

Question 90 of 100

90. Question

How can dental professionals contribute to environmental responsibility in ethical decision-making?

Ignoring eco-friendly practices
Limiting resource allocation in dental offices
Promoting the use of disposable materials
Implementing eco-friendly practices in dental offices

Question 91 of 100

91. Question

How can dental professionals manage the risk of patient dissatisfaction?

By avoiding communication with patients
By rushing through appointments
By providing clear and realistic expectations, and addressing patient concerns
By limiting patient choices

Question 92 of 100

92. Question

What does the term “non-maleficence” primarily refer to?

The principle of promoting patients' rights to make autonomous decisions.
The principle of maximizing the overall benefit of healthcare resources.
The obligation to avoid causing harm or minimizing potential harm to the patient.
The principle of equitable distribution of limited medical resources.

Question 93 of 100

93. Question

Double effect in medical ethics is usually regarded as the combined effect of:

Beneficence and Autonomy
Non-malpractice and Confidentiality
Autonomy and Justice
Beneficence and Non-malpractice

Question 94 of 100

94. Question

How can cultural competence contribute to ethical decision-making in dentistry?

By ignoring diverse patient backgrounds
By being aware of and respecting diverse cultural values
By limiting patient choices based on cultural differences
By promoting a one-size-fits-all approach to dental care

Question 95 of 100

95. Question

What core value in dentistry emphasizes honesty, integrity, and adherence to ethical principles?

Compassion
Professionalism
Empathy
Autonomy

Question 96 of 100

96. Question

How does the core value of professionalism guide dental professionals in maintaining patient confidentiality?

By avoiding communication with patients
By prioritizing personal interests over patient well-being
By fostering trust through safeguarding patient privacy and confidentiality
By promoting dishonesty in patient interactions

Question 97 of 100

97. Question

Why is effective communication crucial in fulfilling the dentist’s obligation to patients?

It limits patient choices
It fosters trust and understanding
It discourages patient involvement in decision-making
It avoids discussing treatment options with patients

Question 98 of 100

98. Question

How does ongoing education and training contribute to dental risk management?

It encourages outdated practices
It limits collaboration with colleagues
It ensures dental professionals stay current with advancements in the field
It promotes complacency in professional development

Question 99 of 100

99. Question

What ethical concept is central to the dilemma of allocating limited organ transplants and justifying who receives them?

Autonomy
Veracity
Justice
Fidelity

Question 100 of 100

100. Question

The required theory of industrialized and technological societies, as well as the political activity itself is:

Virtue theory
Deontological theory
Manners theory
Teleological theory