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1
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there are five common elements found in a code of ethics. a self-imposed code means you are choosing to participate and follow the content outlined within the particular code

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both statements are true

2
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honesty is defined as

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veracity

3
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the American dental hygienist association has developed a code of ethics which guides the profession of dental hygiene

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true

4
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the legal requirement of being a dental hygienist is

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licensure

5
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the American dental hygienist association enforces the dental practice act and monitors suspensions and revocations

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false

6
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professional services such as performed by a dentist or dental hygienist, done without reasonable care or skill or in violation of ethics identifies

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malpractice

7
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a registered dental hygienist legally will be registered in the state they hold license in. a registered dental hygienist can also hold a certificate in the state they licensed in

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both statements are true

8
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a set of rules established and enforced by a sovereign authority (state or federal government)

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law

9
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a licensed dental professional can be legally held accountable for their action. this only applies to employed licensed professionals

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first statements is true; second statement is false

10
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registration is defined as officially or legally certified by a government or board it tis certificate attesting to the fact that someone has been registered

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both statements are true

11
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an ethical issue, if discovered and addressed, can be resolved before it becomes an ethical dilemma. an ethical issue is a struggle b/w two normally correct choices or courses of actions

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the first statement is true; the second statement is false

12
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a dental hygienist who knowingly ignores established standard of care in choosing to practice unethically. as a result depending on the severity of the infraction, they could have their license suspended or revoked

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both statements are true

13
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the dental hygiene practice act is designed to establish requirements for the function and practice of dental hygiene. the goal of the requirements is to protect the dental hygienist

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first statement is true; second statement is false

14
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the broad range of duties legally defined for a particular health care provider refers to

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scope of practice

15
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within the dental hygiene code of ethics, the fundamental principles are a set of beliefs that cannot be compromised

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true