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ADA NBDHE Dental Hygienist

Category - Provision of Clinical Dental Hygiene Services

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Giving a patient protective eyewear before a procedure such as air polishing would be an example of:
  1. Beneficence
  2. Justice
  3. Autonomy
  4. Non-maleficence
Explanation
Answer: D - Giving a patient protective eyewear before a procedure such as air polishing would be an example of non-maleficence.
Non-maleficence encompasses the idea of doing no harm. A dental professional should strive to the greatest extent possible to protect the patient from any discomfort or unnecessary injury.
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