The Same Ethical and Legal Standards and Practices Applied in the Dental

question 31

Multiple Choice

The same ethical and legal standards and practices applied in the dental clinical settings should be adhered to when utilizing social media. Confidentiality of patient information must be maintained and any breach of privacy could result in civil and criminal penalties.

• A) Both statements are true.
• B) Both statements are false.
• C) The first statement is true, the second statement is false.
• D) The first statement is false, the second statement is true.

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Definitions:

Endogenous Nosocomial

Infections originated within the hospital setting from the patient's own flora rather than being acquired from external sources.

Exogenous Nosocomial

Refers to infections acquired in a hospital setting that originate from external sources.

Intravenous Antibiotics

Medications delivered directly into the veins to treat infections.

Airborne Isolation

Precautionary measures taken to prevent the spread of diseases that are transmitted through air particles over long distances.