Ethical questions in dentistry /
James T. Rule, Robert M. Veatch.
- 2nd ed.
- Chicago : Quintessence Pub., c2004.
- xix, 320 p. ; 26 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
An overview of ethics in dentistry -- The structure of professions a nd the responsibilities of professionals -- Basic ethical theory -- Eth ical principles -- Format for resolving ethical questions -- Doing good and avoiding harm -- Fidelity: obligations of trust and confidentialit y -- Autonomy and informed consent -- Dealing honestly with patients -- Justice in dentistry -- Ethical concerns in schools of dentistry -- Et hical issues in third-party financing -- Ethical issues involving HIV a nd other bloodborne diseases -- Incompetent, dishonest, and impaired pr ofessionals.
0867154438 (softcover)
Dental ethics. Dental ethics-- Case studies. Ethics, Dental-- Case Reports.