jk this is module 104

ethics vs morals

morals comes from “habits or customs", together they mean conduct or motivation, so ethics are not imposed by laws but by moral obligation. so ethics+ unwritten code of conduct

dentists are held to a

high standard of both moral and ethical obligations

whos decision shoulder you always support when talking to a patient?

always support the dentist

professional code of conduct

1. respect patient decisions when it comes to treatment plans and refusing

2. refrain from harming any patients with your choices

3. treat all people fairly

4. communicate truthfully

5. respect each patients right to confidentuality

6. know the law, act within the law, and report authorities who fail to do so