According to the Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional

question 4

Multiple Choice

According to the Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct adopted by the American Association of Public Health Dentistry,the principle of autonomy states that dental public health professionals have the responsibility to:

• A)inform individuals and community organizations about health issues and options available for correcting oral health problems and inequities.
• B)provide the best care possible but with the constraint that care should be equitable-that is,the best possible care that helps the largest number of people for the longest period of time.
• C)not engage in acts of discrimination but rather promote policies that ensure equitable distribution of available resources and ensure that spokespersons for the public are included in the health policy development process.
• D)participate in professional and community meetings,share knowledge and skills with colleagues and public,and recognize an obligation to protect the public.

---

Definitions:

Diabetes Insipidus

A condition characterized by excessive thirst and excretion of large amounts of severely diluted urine, unrelated to diabetes mellitus.

Thyroid Hormone

Hormones produced by the thyroid gland, important for regulating metabolism, energy generation, and growth and development.

Aldosterone

A hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate blood pressure by managing the balance of sodium and potassium in the body.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands that plays a vital role in the body's response to stress as well as metabolism and immune function.