DTA 2070 - Ethics & Jurisprudence

1. Define and compare the differences of the following terms: jurisprudence, dental jurisprudence, ethics, code of ethics.
2. Identify what standards the minimum levels of professional conduct are attained.
3. Identify the factors which control an individual’s professional conduct.
4. Evaluate the importance of the obligation of A.D.A.A. members as listed in the professional code of ethics.
5. List ways and rules to follow in order for the assistant to prevent professional liability lawsuits.
6. Compare statements referred to in class discussion as “admission against interest” and “res-qestae”.

UNIT #2 STATE REGULATION OF DENTISTRY

1. Discuss the responsibility of the dentist/employer to the auxiliaries.
2. Discuss the responsibility of the auxiliary to the dentist/employer.
3. Define “unlicensed practice of dentistry” and who is responsible.
4. Determine the need and responsibilities of dental professionals concerning liability.

UNIT #3 CIVIL LAW AND THE DENTIST

1. Identify the two types of civil action which can involve the dentist with the patient.
2. Differentiate the use of “implied” and expressed” contracts.
3. Identify the elements which must be present before a tort can be considered to have been committed.
4. Compare ethical standards and legal requirements of acceptance and/or treatment of a patient by a dentist.
5. Identify the duties required of the dentist to the patient.
6. Identify the duties required of the patient to the dentist.
7. State the dentist’s obligation when discharged by a patient needing continued or prompt treatment.
8. Describe the type of acts for which the dentist may be held professionally liable.
9. Define the following terms by matching with the definitions:  slander, libel, negligence, malpractice, breach of contract, and technical assault.
10. List common grounds for dental malpractice.

UNIT #4 THE DENTIST’S LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE PATIENT

1. List the requirements for the proper withdraw for the dentist from a case before treatment is complete
2. Define skill, care, and judgment and state how these terms apply to the dental assistant.
3. Describe how the dentist should protect himself or herself against charges of abandonment.
4. Discuss the need to protect the patient’s privacy.
5. Describe the steps which must be taken in order for a dentist to withdraw from a case.

UNIT #5 RISK MANAGEMENT

1. List the necessary components of all patient records.
2. Describe the steps to follow when transferring patient records.
3. Identify time recommended to retain patient records in regards to the statutes of limitations.
4. Discuss procedures and office policy the dentist and auxiliaries should practice in dealing with a death or serious emergency in the dental office.
5. Define risk management, state why it is important, and list at least seven of the ten rules of risk management.
6. Demonstrate how to correct an error on a patient record entry.
7. Discuss how to make financial arrangements with patients.

UNIT #6 TENNESSEE STATE DENTAL PRACTICE ACT

Using the Tennessee Dental State Practice Act the student will be able to:

1. Identify the qualifications, selection, term of office, and powers of the State Board of Dental Examiners.
2. State the requirements for a license in Tennessee for assistants.
3. Define licensure and state its purpose and the basic reasons for revocation.
4. Define reciprocity.
5. Define the employment of and practice by hygienist and assistants.
6. List the penalties for unauthorized practice by hygienist and assistants.
7. Define the licensure renewal and procedures for application.
8. Define Certified Dental Assistant, Practical Dental Assistant, and Registered Dental Assistant.
9. Define Monitoring Nitrous Oxide and certification process.
10. List what qualifications needed to keep licensure active (CPR, CE).
11. List the scope of practice for dental assistants.
12. Identify what qualifications are necessary for coronal polishing certification.