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Ethics and Its Applications in the Dental Field
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Learn about ethical principles guiding dentistry and the medical profession. Make informed decisions in complex clinical situations.

Ethics and Its Applications in the Dental Field
Learn about ethical principles guiding dentistry and the medical profession. Make informed decisions in complex clinical situations.
Nationally & state accredited
Course Features
What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:
Identify why ethics is important in the medical field.
Identify the different principles of ethics in the medical field.
Identify the ethical issues in the medical profession.
Identify the ethical theories in relation to the medical profession.
Identify what procedures are legal to delegate to dental assistants and hygienists.
Assess what level of supervision is required when a procedure is delegated.
Describe the difference between the legal and ethical requirements applicable to delegation and supervision.
Course description
Most clinical situations you encounter will have established procedures that you should follow. However, you may also encounter situations that are not as clear cut. To help you decide on the best course of action to take, you will need to rely on moral and ethical principles to guide your actions. This course takes an in-depth look at the ethical principles that serve as the foundation of the practice of dentistry and the rest of the medical profession. This course is equivalent to one contact hour. It can be accessed through the convenience of a laptop, a computer, or a mobile device.
Course content
Introduction
What is Ethics?
Ethics in the Medical Profession
Including Ethics in the Curriculum
Is Ethical Behavior Innate or Not?
Which Is More Important, Being Legal or Being Ethical?
Ethical Issues in the Medical Profession
Patients’ Rights
End-of-life Care
Medical Errors
Patient’s Rights to Refuse Treatment
Exceptions
Conflict of Interests
Dealing with Patient of the Opposite Sex
Informed Consent
Ethical Theories in Relation to the Medical Profession
Deontological Theory
Teleological Theory
Natural Law Theory
Motivist Theory
Emotivist Theory
Transcultural Ethical Theory
Delegation of Duties to Allied Dental Personnel
Conclusion
Post Test
References
Course details
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Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
Accreditations

AchieveCE​. Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.​ Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.​ 09/01/202​5 to 08/31/202​9. Provider ID# 386503
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Ethics and Its Applications in the Dental Field", provides 1 contact hour of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Dentistry. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Dental Therapist, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Dental Hygienist, Advanced Dental Assistant, Dentist, Dental Technician, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Registered Dental Assistant, General Dentist, Dental Assistant. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Requirements & disclosures
Passing Grade
Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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