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.

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Definitions:

Tenting

A sign of dehydration where the skin, when pinched, does not quickly return to its normal state, indicating reduced skin elasticity.

Capillary Refill

A test to assess blood circulation, where pressure is applied to a nail bed and the time is measured for color to return, indicating blood flow efficiency.

Nail

A small, slender piece of metal typically used as a fastener, peg, or spike.

Near Vision

The ability to see objects clearly at a close range, typically within a few inches to a few feet from the eyes.