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    Ethics, jurisprudence & practice management in dental hygiene / Vickie J. Kimbrough-Walls, Charla J. Lautar.

    • Title:Ethics, jurisprudence & practice management in dental hygiene / Vickie J. Kimbrough-Walls, Charla J. Lautar.
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    • Variant Title:Ethics, jurisprudence and practice management in dental hygiene
    • Author/Creator:Kimbrough-Walls, Vickie J.
    • Other Contributors/Collections:Lautar, Charla J., 1949-
    • Published/Created:Boston : Pearson, ©2012.
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    • Library of Congress Subjects:Dental hygiene--Practice.
      Dental ethics.
      Dental jurisprudence.
    • Medical Subjects: Practice Management, Dental--organization & administration.
      Dental Hygienists.
      Ethics, Dental.
      Legislation, Dental.
    • Edition:3rd ed.
    • Description:xviii, 222 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
    • Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
    • ISBN:9780131394926
      0131394924
    • Contents:Machine generated contents note: ch. 1 Introduction to Moral Philosophy and Moral Reasoning
      Objectives
      Key Terms
      Introduction
      Case Study
      Ethical Theories: Duties and Consequences
      Ethics
      Normative Ethics
      Ethical Theories: A Survey of Moral Theories
      Utilitarianism
      Kantian Ethics
      Virtue Ethics
      Social Philosophy
      Utilitarianism and Justice
      Liberalism and Rights
      Three Facts about Rights
      Rawls's Theory of Justice
      Applying Rawls's Theory to Health Care Problems
      Summary
      Critical Thinking
      ch. 2 Core Values and Additional Ethical Principles
      Objectives
      Key Terms
      Introduction
      Case Study
      Core Values
      Autonomy
      Confidentiality
      Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
      Societal Trust
      Nonmaleficence
      Beneficence
      Justice
      Veracity
      Additional Ethical Principles
      Fidelity
      Parentalism/Paternalism
      Utility
      Summary
      Critical Thinking
      ch. 3 Informed Consent
      Objectives
      Key Terms
      Introduction
      Case Study
      Historical Background
      Giving Information
      Giving Consent
      Rights and Duties Involved in Informed Consent
      Evolution of the Concept of Informed Consent
      Types of Consent
      Harm-avoidance Model
      Examples
      Autonomy-enhancing Model
      Exceptions to the Rule
      Ideal Context
      Disclosure in the Office: Practical Hints
      Informed Consent and Research
      Use of Photos and Other Recording Devices
      Disclosure by Infected Health Care Providers
      Patients' Bill of Rights
      Summary
      Critical Thinking
      ch. 4 Decision Making
      Objectives
      Key Terms
      Introduction
      Case Study
      Ethical Dilemma
      Examples
      Solving Ethical Problems
      Kohlberg's Model
      Rest's Model
      Decision-Making Process
      Applying Decision-Making Steps
      Identify the Problem
      Gather the Facts
      List the Alternatives
      Select the Course of Action
      Act on the Decision
      Evaluate the Action
      Summary
      Critical Thinking
      ch. 5 Jurisprudence
      Objectives
      Key Terms
      Introduction
      Case Study
      Criminal Law
      Insurance Fraud
      Civil Law
      Tort Law
      Professional Negligence and Malpractice
      Assault and Battery
      Defamation
      Contract Law
      Abandonment
      Risk Management
      Case Law
      Licensure
      Educational Requirements
      Written Board Exams
      Practical Board Exams
      Other Requirements for Licensure
      Credentialing
      Certification
      Practice Act
      Protection
      Regulation
      Scope of Practice
      Supervision
      Forensic Dentistry
      Summary
      Critical Thinking
      ch. 6 Social Issues
      Objectives
      Key Terms
      Introduction
      Case Study
      Workplace Legislation
      Affirmative Action
      Pregnancy Discrimination Act
      Family and Medical Leave Act
      Americans with Disabilities Act
      Age Discrimination in Employment Act
      Sexual Harassment
      Occupational Safety and Health Act
      Reporting Domestic Violence
      Child Abuse
      Spouse Abuse
      Elderly Abuse
      Access to Care
      Disparities
      Financial Barriers
      Managed Care
      Government Assistance
      Geographical and Organizational Barriers
      Sociological and Cultural Barriers
      Justice
      Advocacy
      Summary
      Critical Thinking
      ch. 7 Aspects of Practice Management
      Objectives
      Key Terms
      Introduction
      Case Study
      Management Consultants
      Consumer-Influenced Changes
      Focus for Consulting Firms
      Customize Business Systems
      Business and Dental Hygiene
      Employer Management Styles
      Team Concept
      Team Communication
      Defining Staff Roles
      Cross Training
      Staff Meeting Benefits
      Meeting Activities
      Expectations and Public Relations
      Employers' Expectations
      Interpersonal Skills
      Communicate Your Education
      Your Expectations
      Staff Expectations
      Patient Expectations
      Marketing and the Dental Practice
      Using Expertise to Market the Practice
      Successful Marketing
      Using Advertising
      Marketing the Patient's Health Care
      Marketing the Practice
      Marketing Yourself
      Marketing Strategies
      Marketing and Profit Centers
      Profit Center and Patient Compliance
      Profit Center Options
      Other Practice Considerations
      Summary
      Critical Thinking
      ch. 8 Business of Dental Hygiene
      Objectives
      Key Terms
      Introduction
      Case Study
      Dental Hygiene Assessment
      Thorough Patient Assessment
      Building and Perfecting Skills
      Preventative Home Care
      Maximizing Skills
      Developing Leadership Qualities
      Business of Dental Hygiene
      Overhead Cost
      Creating Daily Schedules
      Dental Insurance and Hygiene Services
      Common Insurance Plans
      Insurance Billing Procedures
      Insurance Codes
      Excluded Treatments
      Continuing Care and Recare Systems
      Continuing Care Systems
      Continuing Care Objectives
      Time Management
      Working with Other Dental Hygienists
      Working as a Public Health Dental Hygienist
      Career Alternatives
      Six Roles of the Dental Hygienist
      Lifelong Learning
      Summary
      Critical Thinking
      ch. 9 Alternate Practice Models: Future Trends for Oral Health Care
      Objectives
      Key Terms
      Introduction
      Case Study
      Overview of Alternate Practice in the United States
      Alternate Practice Models
      International Models for the Dental Therapist
      Dental Therapists in the United States
      Minnesota
      -Advanced Dental Therapist
      Dental Therapist
      Alaska
      -Dental Health Aide Therapists
      Current Alternative Practice Models in the United States
      California
      Colorado
      -Unsupervised Practice
      Maine
      -Unsupervised Practice
      New Mexico
      -Collaborative Practice
      Summary
      Critical Thinking
      ch. 10 Seeking the Dental Hygiene Position
      Objectives
      Key Terms
      Introduction
      Case Study
      Beginning the Search
      Keeping Options Open
      Working as a Temporary
      Employment Resources
      Preparing for Interviews
      Interview Skills
      Employer's Interview
      Common Interview Questions
      Your Interview
      Working Interview
      Interviews and Personality Tests
      Attire
      Leadership versus Management: Qualities and Opportunities
      Resumes
      Perfecting Your Resume
      Cover Letter
      Post-Interview Acknowledgments
      Beginning the New Job
      Compensation
      Benefits
      Major Benefit Components
      Negotiating
      Other Negotiating Considerations
      Employment Contracts
      Policy Manuals
      Employee Evaluations
      Summary
      Critical Thinking
      ch. 11 Planning for the Future and Career Longevity
      Objectives
      Key Terms
      Introduction
      Case Study
      Basics of Investing
      Investment Vehicles
      Earned Interest
      Investment Brokers
      Spend Money Wisely
      Insurance Coverage for Dental Hygienists
      Liability Coverage
      Disability Coverage Disability
      Life Insurance Coverage
      Term or Whole-Life Policies
      Professional Membership
      Patient Perspective
      Self-Care
      Cumulative Trauma Disorders
      Dental Operatories
      Healthy Lifestyle
      Therapeutic Considerations
      Summary
      Critical Thinking.
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