law and ethics chapter 5

the ADA code is divided into 3 components what are they

1) Principle of ethics - aspirational goals similar to hygiene - ADA 5 principles -ADHA- 7 principles 2) Code of professional conduct - delineates conduct required or prohibited 3) Advisory Options -legal warnings or suggestions for the dentist

what are the 4 goals/purposes of the ADHA code of ethics?

1) increase professional and ethical consciousness and sense of ethical responsibility 2) Recognize ethical issues and choices, and guide in decision making 3) Establish a standard professional judgement and conduct 4) provide a statement of the ethical behavior the public can expect

the use or professional codes in health care has some limitations

1) it cannot address every situation 2) not legally enforceable

a code of ethics also is a set of commandments is has 2 principle functions what are they?

1) provides an enforceable standard of minimally decent conduct for those who fall below that standard 2) indicates in general terms some of the ethical considerations a professional must consider when deciding on a conduct

3 things demonstrate how codes can be effective in shaping professional behavior

1) when professional schools of health care screen applicants for admission to education programs, integrity and good character are important criteria for acceptance 2) until proven otherwise, each entering student must be assumed to have the character traits needed to be a true professional (professional behavior expected at entrance) 3) after entering professional practice it becomes the obligation of those professionals to help regulate their profession (competent graduates regulate the profession)

the first code of ethics was created by the ADHA (American Dental Hygienists Association) in what year?

1927

the code of ethics for dental hygiene was revised several time but the biggest revise was what year?

1995

Code can be amended at any meeting of the ADHA house of delegates by how many votes?

2/3 votes

this document outlines how a patient can expect to be treated

The patients bill of rights

what is the purpose of a code of ethics ?

achieve high levels of ethical consciousness, decision making and practice by the members of the profession

a code of ethics is

essential characteristics of a true profession 2) a guideline for members of the professional group and is used for self-regulation 3) binds members of a group together by expressing their goals and aspirations 4) the code is the contract between profession and society and outline the standards it will adhere to and uphold

ethical codes address the areas of?

personal integrity, dedication, and principled behavior

In return for the power and prestige granted to the professions, a code of ethics is the

promise to society to uphold certain values and standards in the practice of the profession

ethical code for dental hygiene is used as a ?

reference and a guide

the DH code of ethics is maintained by who?

the ADHA and monitored by the executive staff of the organization.

ethical codes stress the obligations of health care providers not?

the rights of the patient

the first ethical code dates back to ?

the time of the Greek physician Hippocrates and the influence of the Hippocratic Oath is still reflected today

a major purpose of a professional code of ethics is ?

to bind the members of a group together by expressing their goals and aspirations as well as define expected standards of behavior

ethical codes are aspirational not legal mandates but ethical codes cannot be easily dismissed since state dental boards may enforce ethical violations

true

true or false ADHA and all health care professional organizations have, as a condition of membership an agreement to uphold the professions code of ethics?

true