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ADA NBDHE Dental Hygienist

Category - Provision of Clinical Dental Hygiene Services

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Because of the value of autonomy, dental practitioners should respect the right of patients to refuse treatment. What should be done next?
  1. Verbally acknowledge the patient's choice and pursue the patient's preferred treatment options
  2. Terminate the patient's relationship with the office without notifying the patient
  3. Document the signed informed consent document in the patient's permanent record
  4. View the patient's choice as implied consent and deliver the recommended treatment, anyway
Explanation
Answer: C - The next step is to document the signed informed consent document in the patient's permanent record.
It is important to acknowledge the patient's right to refuse treatment. However, informed consent includes informing the patient of treatment alternatives. Any statement made by the patient on the matter should be carefully noted for future reference. Treatment rendered without consent could result in a lawsuit.
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