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CALIFORNIA DENTAL HYGIENE LAW AND ETHICS
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Does participation in the diversion program mean that the committee cannot investigate or take disciplinary actions against the licensee? (1966.1) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------No. They can still investigate or continue to investigate, or take disciplinary action or continuing to take disciplinary action against, any licensee for any unprofessional conduct committed before, during, or after participation in the program. What if the reason for investigation is self-administration of any controlled substance, drugs, or alcohol, or the illegal possession, prescription, or procurement of any controlled substance or drug for self-administration that doesn't involve actual, direct harm to the public? (1966.1) --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------The committee will close the investigation without further action if the licensee is accepted into a diversion program and successfully completes the program.
- The investigation shall be reopened and disciplinary action imposed, if warranted, by the committee if licensee withdraws or is terminated from program What happens if a participant withdraws or is terminated from the diversion program? (1966.1) ---------CORRECT ANSWER------------------ If the licensee presents a threat to the public's health and safety, the committee will use the diversion treatment records in the criminal proceedings
- They are subject to disciplinary action by the committee for acts committed before, during, and after participation in the diversion program.
If a person is admitted into a diversion program what are their responsibilities and what could happen if they do not comply (1966.4) ------- --CORRECT ANSWER-----------------They need to pay for all costs of the program ( unless the committee waives the fees) If they do not abide by the rules they may be terminated from the program In regards to the subversion of licensing examinations what could the crime be and what can you NOT do (123) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-------------- ---The crime is a misdemeanor. You can not --remove materials from exam --unauthorized reproduction of any exam materials -- paying or using any paid examination takers to recreate portions of the test --buying, selling, distributing any portion of a current, future or past exam -- communicating with any other exam taker -- copying another exam taker -- having books, notes Other than misdemeanor penalties, and other associated penalties, what would a person found guilty of section 123 be liable for? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------the actual damages sustained by the agency administering the examination not to exceed $10,000 and the costs of litigation. In regards to enjoining violations (123.5) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-------- ---------Whenever any person has engaged, or is about to engage, in any acts or practices with constitute, or will constitute, a violation of section 123, the superior court for that county may issue an injunction, or other appropriate order, restraining such conduct on application a board, the Attorney General or the district attorney of the county
What is reasonable suspicion? (11166 a.1) ---------CORRECT ANSWER---- -------------it is objectively reasonable for a person to entertain a suspicion, based upon facts that could cause a reasonable person in a like position, drawing on their training and experience, to suspect child abuse or neglect. ---It doesn't require certainty or a specific medical indication. *The pregnancy of a minor does not, in itself, constitute a basis for reasonable suspicion of sexual abuse. What if a mandated reporter fails to report abuse? (11166 c.)-6 months- $1000 ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------They are guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by up to 6 months in county jail or by a fine of $1,000 or by both imprisonment and fine. What if two people, who are required to report, have knowledge of suspected abuse? (11166 h.) ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- They will mutually agree who will make a single report. If that person fails to make the report, the other person should then make the report. Is reporting the information to an employer the same as a mandated report? (11166 i.3) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------No. You must report directly to the specified agency. Health practioner according to 15610.37 ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------
- --------is a dental hygienist Who is a mandated reporter for elder abuse? (15630) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Any person who has assumed full or intermittent responsibility for the care or custody of an elder or dependent adult including a health practitioner (dental hygienist)
What is elder abuse? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------physical abuse, abandonment, abduction, isolation, financial abuse, or neglect. When and how should a mandated report be made of suspected elder abuse? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------It should be reported immediately or as soon as possible by phone or through a confidential Internet reporting tool. If reported by phone, a written report must be sent within two working days. See long-term care abuse for exceptions What if the abuse happened in a long-term care facility? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------If the suspected abuse results in serious bodily injury a phone report must be made immediately, and no later than 2 hours after. If it doesn't result in serious injury, a phone report must be made within 24 hours and a written report must be made within 24 hours. If abuse is caused by another resident with dementia causing no serious injury, a report should be made by phone as soon as possible and a written report within 24 hours. What if you fail to report or inhibit a report of elder abuse? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------It is a misdemeanor and is punishable by max of 6 months in jail and $1, If the patient dies from that abuse or incurs great bodily harm, it shall be punished by max of 1 year in jail and $5, Or both fine and imprisonment
Oral prophylaxis ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Preventative and therapeutic dental procedures that include -- bacterial debridements with complete removal of supra and sub calculus, soft deposits, plaque and stains. And to smooth out tooth surfaces What is the purpose of the prophylaxis ---------CORRECT ANSWER---------- -------To create an environment for a patient to maintain healthy hard and soft tissues What does the practice of an rdh include ---------CORRECT ANSWER------- ----------Dental hygiene assessment and development, planning and implementation of a dental hygiene plan. It also includes oral hygiene education, counseling and health screenings Dental hygiene does NOT include what ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------- -----------Diagnosing or comprehensive treatment plans ---Placing, moving, condensing, carving, removing of permanent restorations ---surgery, or cutting on hard and soft tissue , removing teeth and cutting and suturing --- prescribing meds ---administering local or general anesthesia or oral or parenteral conscious sedation other than nitrous oxide and oxygen and allowed local anesthetic. What can an rdh do under direct supervision? ---------CORRECT ANSWER- -------------------Soft-tissue curettage ---Administration of local anesthesia ---Administration of nitrous oxide and oxygen, whether administered in tandem or alone.
What can an rdh do under general supervision ---------CORRECT ANSWER-------------------- preventative and therapeutic interventions including : oral prophylaxis, scaling and root planing ---application of topical, therapeutic and subgingival agents used for the control of caries and periodontal disease. ---the taking of impressions for bleaching trays and activation of non laser, light curing devices ---the taking of impressions for bleaching trays and placements of in office tooth whitening devices What can an rdh do without any supervision ---------CORRECT ANSWER--- ---------------Educational services
- Oral health training programs
- Oral health screenings *rdh must refer any screened patients with abnormalities to a dentist to receive a comprehensive exam, diagnosis and a treatment plan In a government public health program an rdh may provide without supervision the following: ---------CORRECT ANSWER------------------oral prophylaxis,srp.
- Fluoride application
- Pit and fissure sealants
- the rdh may submit insurance claims for the services provided under the public health programs. No person shall be allowed to practice as a dental hygenist except for what Exceptions ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------------------a student in a dental/dental hygiene school performing the curriculum. ---a dental assistant acting under the rules of the dental board may perform the following: *taking impressions *applying fluorides *applying non-areosol and non caustic topical agents
Repeated acts of negligence Receiving a license by mistake Why may a licensee get their license revoked, suspended, reprimanded, or put on probation. (1950) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-------------------If they have committed a crime that is substantially related to the licensees qualifications, functions or duties When would the dhcc revoke, suspend, reprimand, or probate the license (1950) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------*When the time to appeal has lapsed *When the judgment for conviction has been affirmed on appeal *When an order granting probation is made suspending the imposition of sentence, allowing a person to withdraw guilty plea and enter a plea of not guilty, or dismissing accusation, info, or indicictment--when on probation When would the committee undertake proceedings under this section? (1950) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------upon receipt of a certified copy of the record of conviction. A plea or verdict of guilty or a conviction following a plea of nolo contendere made to a charge of a felony or of any misdemeanor related to the licensee's qualifications, functions, or duties Define Unprofessional conduct ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- See law 1950. When a licensee is placed on probation what could be the terms of probation (1951) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Requirement to receive additional training - or- Requirement to pass an exam ( the exam can be written, oral, clinical , or practical. Or all) - or both-
If the probation is because of physical or mental issues, there may be an examination required by physician --restriction or limiting of the scope of practice. ---Licensee may need to pay restitution to pts Community service may be option in lieu of part or all of a period of suspension in cases other than violations relating to quality of care It is unprofessional conduct in relation to controlled substances to do what (1952) ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------------------Obtain or possess a controlled substance ---Use of a controlled substance, dangerous drug or alcoholic beverage to an extent or manner dangerous to himself, any person, or public. ---be convicted of a charge that is federal or state regarding a controlled substance - or be convicted of more than one misdemeanor, or any felony, involving the use or consumption of alcohol or drugs If a rdh performs a service on a patient what must they do to identify themselves (1953) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Name signature OR identification number with initials must be written next to the services performed. All entries must be dated. (repeated violation is considered unprofessional conduct) Is it illegal to establish ones self as being able to perform services that is beyond their scope of practice. (1954) ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------- ------No but is considered unprofessional. This includes using a device or instrument in a manner that is different from standard practices of dental hygiene. The exception is when conducting research.
*Unless ordered by the committee, only licensees who have voluntarily requested diversion treatment shall participate in a diversion program. Does participation in the diversion program mean that the committee cannot investigate or take disciplinary actions against the licensee? (1966.1) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------No. They can still investigate or continue to investigate, or take disciplinary action or continuing to take disciplinary action against, any licensee for any unprofessional conduct committed before, during, or after participation in the program. What if the reason for investigation is self-administration of any controlled substance, drugs, or alcohol, or the illegal possession, prescription, or procurement of any controlled substance or drug for self-administration that doesn't involve actual, direct harm to the public? (1966.1) --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------The committee will close the investigation without further action if the licensee is accepted into a diversion program and successfully completes the program.
- The investigation shall be reopened and disciplinary action imposed, if warranted, by the committee if licensee withdraws or is terminated from program What happens if a participant withdraws or is terminated from the diversion program? (1966.1) ---------CORRECT ANSWER------------------ If the licensee presents a threat to the public's health and safety, the committee will use the diversion treatment records in the criminal proceedings
- They are subject to disciplinary action by the committee for acts committed before, during, and after participation in the diversion program. If a person is admitted into a diversion program what are their responsibilities and what could happen if they do not comply (1966.4) ------- --CORRECT ANSWER-----------------They need to pay for all costs of the
program ( unless the committee waives the fees) If they do not abide by the rules they may be terminated from the program In regards to the subversion of licensing examinations what could the crime be and what can you NOT do (123) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-------------- ---The crime is a misdemeanor. You can not
- -remove materials from exam --unauthorized reproduction of any exam materials -- paying or using any paid examination takers to recreate portions of the test --buying, selling, distributing any portion of a current, future or past exam -- communicating with any other exam taker -- copying another exam taker -- having books, notes Other than misdemeanor penalties, and other associated penalties, what would a person found guilty of section 123 be liable for? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------the actual damages sustained by the agency administering the examination not to exceed $10,000 and the costs of litigation. In regards to enjoining violations (123.5)--stoppage of issuing a license ----- ----CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Whenever any person has engaged, or is about to engage, in any acts or practices with constitute, or will constitute, a violation of section 123, the superior court for that county may issue an injunction, or other appropriate order, restraining such conduct on application a board, the Attorney General or the district attorney of the county The remedy provided for by this section shall be in addition to, and not a limitation on, the authority provided for in any other provision of law.
What if two people, who are required to report, have knowledge of suspected abuse? (11166 h.) ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- They will mutually agree who will make a single report. If that person fails to make the report, the other person should then make the report. Is reporting the information to an employer the same as a mandated report? (11166 i.3) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------No. You must report directly to the specified agency. Health practioner according to 15610.37 ---------CORRECT ANSWER-------- ---------is a dental hygienist Who is a mandated reporter for elder abuse? (15630) ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Any person who has assumed full or intermittent responsibility for the care or custody of an elder or dependent adult including a health practitioner (dental hygienist) What is elder abuse? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------physical abuse, abandonment, abduction, isolation, financial abuse, or neglect. When and how should a mandated report be made of suspected elder abuse? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------It should be reported immediately or as soon as possible by phone or through a confidential Internet reporting tool. If reported by phone, a written report must be sent within two working days. See long-term care abuse for exceptions
What if the abuse happened in a long-term care facility? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------If the suspected abuse results in serious bodily injury a phone report must be made immediately, and no later than 2 hours after. If it doesn't result in serious injury, a phone report must be made within 24 hours and a written report must be made within 24 hours. If abuse is caused by another resident with dementia causing no serious injury, a report should be made by phone as soon as possible and a written report within 24 hours. What if you fail to report or inhibit a report of elder abuse? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------It is a misdemeanor and is punishable by max of 6 months in jail and $1, If the patient dies from that abuse or incurs great bodily harm, it shall be punished by max of 1 year in jail and $5, Or both fine and imprisonment What are the requirements of continuing education (1017) --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Dentists 50 hr Rdh- 25 hrs Rdh ap- 35 hours 2 units need to be infection control 2 units need to be for California Dental Practice Act 4 units max. of Basic Life Support
Beneficence ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Do good - promote the well being of individuals and the public by engaging in health promotion/disease prevention activities Confidentiality ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Respect the confidentiality of client information and relationships. Do not share without pt. consent or legal need. Justice ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Fair and equal rights to quality and affordable oral healthcare Compassion ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Caring and the ability to identify with the patient's overall well-being. Acts of kindness and sympathy. Competence ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------The competent dentist is able to diagnose and treat the patient's oral health needs and to refer when it is in the patient's best interest. It involves a commitment to continual learning and self-assessment. Professionalism ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Self-governance is the hallmark of a profession. All members must support and promote the profession in its service to the public. (Oral health initiatives for society) Tolerance ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Tolerance to diversity requires dentists to recognize cultural and ethnic differences and how they may affect patient choices and treatment
Informed Consent ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------A dentist has an obligation to obtain informed consent of the patient prior to treatment or the use of identifiable artifacts (photos, x-rays, study models). This includes: Explanation of proposed treatment, reasonable alternatives, and the risk of not performing treatment. It must be explained in a manner that is accurate, easily understood, and allows the patient to be involved in the decision of their oral health or for participation in research. You do not need consent to take photos, x-rays or impressions if suspecting abuse. Integrity-honor ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Requires the dentist to behave with honor and decency. He affirms core values and recognizes when words, actions or intentions are in conflict with one's values and conscience. Standard Precautions ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a group of infection prevention practices that apply to all patients, regardless of suspected or confirmed infection status, in any setting in which healthcare is delivered. These include: hand hygiene, use of gloves, gown, mask, eye protection, or face shield, depending on the anticipated exposures, and safe handling of sharps. Critical items ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------confer a high risk for infection if they are contaminated with any microorganism. These include: all instruments, devices, and other items used to penetrate soft tissue or bone.
