Ethics and Law in Dental Hygiene - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 3rd Edition

by Phyllis L. Beemsterboer, RDH, MS, EdD

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ISBN: 9781455748167

Publication Date: 03-15-2016

Page Count: 216

Imprint: Saunders

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Give students a comprehensive look at the ethical and legal issues that dental hygienists commonly face with Ethics and Law in Dental Hygiene, 3^rd Edition. Written by expert author, speaker, and educator Phyllis Beemsterboer, the new edition of this trusted resource uses even more real-world situations to clarify key concepts and incorporates timely content on alternative workforce models, the Affordable Care Act, professionalism, and more. Additional case studies and "testlets" provide students with more opportunities for application and critical thinking to help ensure NBDHE success.

New Edition Expected Availability: 05-03-2023

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Ethics and Law in Dental Hygiene - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource

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ISBN: 9780323764988

New to This Edition
- NEW! Updated coverage addresses timely issues such as alternative workforce models, the Affordable Care Act, professionalism, and more
- NEW! Expanded art program visually supports key content
- NEW! Expanded case studies help you put material into practice with realistic scenarios
- NEW! Additional testlets double the amount of board preparation material
Key Features
- NEW! Updated coverage addresses timely issues such as alternative workforce models, the Affordable Care Act, professionalism, and more.
- NEW! Expanded art program visually supports key content.
- NEW! Expanded case studies help students put material into practice with realistic scenarios.
- NEW! Additional testlets double the amount of board preparation material.
- NEW! Educator support eases your workload with lecture and testing resources.
- Dental hygiene–focused coverage highlights need-to-know concepts and information.
- Content organization with separate sections on ethics, law, and the application of both builds a logical and solid foundation for future application.
- Case applications prepare students for the types of ethical and legal dilemmas dental hygienists commonly encounter.
- Learning outcomes provide a framework for study and instruction.
- Key vocabulary helps students understand complex content.
Contents

Section I — Ethics
1. Ethics and Professionalism
2. Ethical Theory and Philosophy
3. Ethical Principles and Values
4. Social Responsibility
5. Codes of Ethics
Appendix 5-1: American Dental Hygienists’ Association Code of Ethics for Dental Hygienists
6. Ethical Decision Making in Dental Hygiene and Dentistry

Section II — Law
7. Society and the State Dental Practice Act
8. Dental Hygienist–Patient Relationship
9. Dental Hygienist–Dentist-Employer Relationship
10. Risk Management

Section III — Simulations and Applications
Case Studies, Activities, and Testlets

Appendix A: American Dental Association Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct
Bibliography and Suggested Readings
Authors

Phyllis L. Beemsterboer, RDH, MS, EdD, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Professor of Periodontology, School of Dentistry, Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland, OR
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