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Allied Health
ISBN-10: 0131708228
ISBN-13: 9780131708228
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2007
Format: Paper; 304 pp
Published: 01/06/2006
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Ethics, jurisprudence and practice management in dental hygiene, 2e is designed to orient dental hygiene students to clinical practice and its many applications in an office setting. Although dentists, dental practices, and dental hygiene can be generalized, each practice will be unique in its daily operations and policies.
This text explains how in this new millennium, the art and science of dental hygiene continues to progress and evolve. More states have entered into independent or alternative practice settings for experienced dental hygienists. Supervision laws have been relaxed that allow for increase access to care and help eliminate disparities among diverse and underserved population groups.Strategies are being developed to increase cultural competencies and multidisciplinary collaboration, as well as, to increase the number of minorities in the oral health workfoce. Dental hygienists are utilizing more of their skills as oral health is becoming an important entity of general health. And, dental hygienists are becoming more responsible for the regulation of the their profession, the profession of dental hygiene.
How do you currently use critical thinking exercises?
- Critical Thinking exercises with unique experiential outcomes.
Do your students have trouble following the organization of their books?
- Introductory Objectives, key terms and examples in each chapter for easy navigation.
How do you incorporate real-world situations?
- Ethical Dilemas and case studies throughout.
What key aspects of practice management do you teach?
- Expanded aspects of practice management includes–
- Production goal setting
- identifies more technology for dental hygiene
- presents characteristics for leadership skills
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How do you cover dental hygiene practice in Canada?
- New information regarding the practice of dental hygiene in Canada.
This second edition includes information regarding the practice of dental hygiene in Canada. Canadian dental hygienists are similar to American dental hygienists in many ways, but differ as the majority of them practice under self-regulation. Aspects of practice management has expanded to include production goal setting, identifies more technology for dental hygiene, and presents characterisitcs for leadership skills.
Introduction xiii
Chapter 1 Introduction to Moral Philosophy and Moral Reasoning 1
Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Ethical Theories: A Survey of Moral Theories
Utilitarianism
Kantian Ethics
Virtue Ethics
Social Philosophy
Utilitarianism and Justice
Liberalism and Rights
Rawls’s Theory of Justice
Summary
Critical Thinking
Case Study
Chapter 2 Ethical Principles and Core Values 19
Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Ethical Principles
Autonomy
Confidentiality
Societal Trust
Nonmaleficence
Beneficence
Justice
Veracity
Fidelity
Paternalism/Parentalism
Utility
Summary
Critical Thinking
Case Study
Chapter 3 Informed Consent 33
Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Rights and Duties Involved in Informed Consent
Evolution of the Concept of Informed Consent
Exceptions to the Rule
The Ideal Context
Disclosure in the Office: Practical Hints
Informed Consent and Research
Use of Photos and Other Recording Devices
Disclosure by Infected Health Care Providers
Patients’ Bill of Rights
Summary
Critical Thinking
Case Study
Chapter 4 Decision Making 53
Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Ethical Dilemma
Developing the Ability to Solve Ethical Problems
Steps of Decision Making
Explaining Decision Making Steps
Summary
Critical Thinking
Case Study
Chapter 5 Jurisprudence 67
Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Criminal Law
Civil Law
Tort Law
Professional Negligence and Malpractice
Assault and Battery
Defamation
Contract Law
Abandonment
Risk Management
Licensure
Educational Requirements
Written Board Exams
Practical Board Exams
Other Requirements for Licensure
Credentialing
Certification
State/Provincial Practice Act
Regulation
Scope of Practice
Supervision
Summary
Critical Thinking
Case Study
Chapter 6 Social Issues 89
Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Workplace Legislation
Affirmative Action
Pregnancy Discrimination
Family and Medical Leave Act
Americans with Disabilities
Age Discrimination
Sexual Harassment
Occupational Safety and Health Act
Health Insurance Portabilitiy and Accountability Act
Reporting Domestic Violence
Child Abuse
Spouse Abuse
Elderly Abuse
Access to Care
Disparities
Financial Barriers
Managed Care
Government Assistance
Manpower and Location Barriers
Sociological and Cultural Barriers
Summary
Critical Thinking
Case Study
Chapter 7 Aspects of Practice Management 111
Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Pros and Cons of Management Consultants
Management Styles
The Team Concept
Defining Staff Roles
Crosstraining
Staff Meetings and Their Benefits
Expectations and Public Relations
Employers’ Expectations
Your Expectations
Expectations of Staff
Expectations of Patients
Marketing and the Dental Practice
Marketing: The Patient’s Health care
Marketing: The Practice
Marketing: Yourself
Marketing Strategies
Marketing and Profit Centers
Summary
Critical Thinking
Case Study
Chapter 8 The Business of Dental Hygiene 135
Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Maximizing Skills
The Business of Dental Hygiene
Production Goals and Scheduling
Dental Insurance and Hygiene Services
Continuing Care and Recare Systems
Time Management
Working With Other Dental Hygienists
Alternative Practice Settings/Independent Practice
Working as a Public Health Dental Hygienist summary
Critical Thinking
Case Study
Chapter 9 Technology and Dental Hygiene 153
Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Intraoral Camera
Digital Radiography
Legal Considerations
Computerized Periodontal Charting Systems
Lasers
Pain-Free Injections
Cosmetic Imaging and In-Office Fabrication
of Restorations
Chartless Patient Records
The Perioscope
Vision Enhancers
Does Patient Care Suffer?
How Technology Benefits Dental Hygiene
Other Technology Options
Summary
Critical Thinking
Case Study
Chapter 10 Seeking the Dental Hygiene Position 171
Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
Working as a Temporary
Employment Resources
Preparing for Interviews
The Employer’s Interview
Your Interview
The Working Interview
Interviews and Personality Tests
Attire
Resumes
Post-Interview Acknowledgments
Beginning the New Job
Compensation
Benefits
Negotiating
Employment Contracts
Policy Manuals
Summary
Critical Thinking
Case Study
Chapter 11 Planning for the Future and Career
Longevity
Objectives
Key Terms
Introduction
The Basics of Investing
Spend Money Wisely
Insurance Coverage for Dental Hygienists
Professional Membership
Self-Care
Ergonomics and Operatory Design
Summary
Critical Thinking
Case Study
Appendices
Appendix A Code of Ethics of American Dental Hygienists’
Association
Appendix B Code of Ethics of Canadian Dental Hygienists Association
Appendix C Dental Hygiene Client’s Bill of Rights
Appendix D National, Regional and Provincial Board Examination Agencies
Appendix E Components of a Marketing Plan
(Alternative Practice)
Appendix F Interview Tips: The Basics
Appendix G Sample Interview Questions
Appendix H Internet Resources
Glossary 235
Works Cited 239
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Ethics, Jurisprudence, Practice Management in Dental Hygiene, 2/E
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