Which of the Following Is True Concerning Documentation of Informed

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true concerning documentation of informed consent?

• A) The dental hygienist must use dental terminology so the patient understands the procedure as a professional would.
• B) The patient must have the opportunity to ask questions and receive adequate answers.
• C) Informed consent must be written to be valid.
• D) Implied consent may be adequate for performance of a clinical examination with minimal risk.

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Definitions:

Nonshared Influences

Environmental factors that are unique to an individual's experience and do not affect siblings in the same family similarly.

Environmental Influences

Factors originating from the external environment that impact an individual's behavior, development, and life outcomes.

Teachers

Educators who facilitate learning, impart knowledge and skills, and foster academic and personal growth in students.

Peer Groups

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