Which of the Following Is Considered the Best Defense Against

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered the best defense against a malpractice lawsuit?

• A)Good dental assistants and dental records
• B)Prevention and good communication with the patient
• C)A treatment plan and good billing practices
• D)A good dentist and an informed consent

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Definitions:

Divergent Thinking

A thought process or method used to generate creative ideas by exploring many possible solutions.

Fixedness

A cognitive bias that limits a person to using an object only in the way it is traditionally used.

Heuristics

Mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that simplify decision making and problem solving, although not always perfectly accurate.

Creativity

The ability to produce original and unusual ideas, or to make something new or imaginative.