A Dental Hygienist Performs a Procedure on a Client That

question 14

Multiple Choice

A dental hygienist performs a procedure on a client that is outside the state's defined scope of practice. Following a hearing by the state's dental hygiene committee, the dental hygienist's license is suspended for 6 months. As required by state law, the information about the suspension is posted on a Web site that publishes license status and is available to the public. Which of the following characteristics of a profession do these actions support?

• A)Identifiable membership with autonomy of practice
• B)Strong service orientation
• C)Intellectual work and promotion of a body of knowledge in the field
• D)Self-regulation
• E)Adherence to a code of ethics

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Definitions:

Personal Tax Rates

The percentage at which an individual is taxed on their income, which varies according to income levels and jurisdictions.

Agency Problem

A conflict of interest inherent in any relationship where one party is expected to act in another's best interests, such as between shareholders and management.

Corporate Behavior

The actions, strategies, and practices of companies in pursuit of their business goals, affecting stakeholders internally and externally.

Ethics

A set of moral principles that govern the behavior of individuals or organizations and guide decision-making and conduct.