Informed Consent

question 8

Multiple Choice

Informed consent:

• A) Must be in language that the patient can readily understand.
• B) Does not require that patients have their questions answered before x-ray exposure.
• C) Is waived if the patient is a minor.
• D) Does not require that patients receive enough information to make informed choices.

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Definitions:

Dentin

A hard, dense, bony tissue forming the bulk of a tooth beneath the enamel.

Enamel

The hard, outermost layer of a tooth that protects against decay and is the hardest substance in the human body.

Photomicrograph

An image taken using a microscope to show a magnified view of a tiny object.

Duodenum

The first section of the small intestine immediately beyond the stomach, responsible for the initial breakdown and absorption of nutrients.