Professionalism and bioethics R11 Professionalism and bioethics, infection control and patient safety SDLE MCQ | Part 2 Facebook X LinkedIn Messenger Messenger WhatsApp Telegram Print Report a question What’s wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. 0% 123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960616263646566676869 Professionalism, Bioethics, Infection Control & Patient Safety SDLE MCQ R11 Professionalism and bioethics, infection control and patient safety SDLE MCQ | Part 2 DentQuiz SDLE Mock Exam Instruction To mark a question and come back to it later, click the Bookmark icon. For the best experience, use a computer and switch to full screen button (from the top left corner). You can review and change your answers before clicking Next. Explanations will appear after each question to help you understand the correct answer. 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Call the medical team Let the patient die Administer emergency medication Wait for family consent The nurse must prioritize patient care and follow protocols, regardless of family opinions. 2 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 2) A 16-year-old pregnant woman asks a Muslim doctor to perform an abortion, but the doctor is uncomfortable with the idea. What should the doctor do? Refer her to another physician and explain Islamic laws Transfer her to another hospital Refuse to discuss options Perform the procedure The doctor should respect their ethical boundaries while ensuring the patient receives care elsewhere. 3 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 3) A patient needs surgery but refuses to hear about possible complications. What should you do? List complications and obtain written consent Proceed without consent Inform her son instead Delay the surgery Informed consent is mandatory, even if the patient is reluctant. 4 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 4) What destroys organisms on inanimate surfaces? Sterilization Disinfection Soap and water Antiseptic Disinfection is used for surfaces, while antiseptics are for living tissue. 5 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 5) A cancer patient’s son doesn’t want the patient informed. What should you do? Respect the son's wishes Delay disclosure Inform the patient Seek legal advice Patients have the right to know their diagnosis and prognosis. 6 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 6) You extracted tooth 15 instead of the referred tooth 14. What should you do? Inform the orthodontist Tell the patient it's fine Apologize without action Blame the referral Communication with the referring professional is essential for corrective action. 7 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 7) A patient wants to replace amalgam fillings due to safety concerns. What should you do? Replace with composite Refer to another dentist Explain amalgam's safety Ignore the request Patient education is key to addressing unfounded fears. 8 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 8) A doctor accidentally injured a patient during treatment. What should they do? Document secretly Inform and follow up with the patient Refer the patient elsewhere Blame the equipment Transparency and accountability are critical in medical errors. 9 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 9) A patient had unnecessary restorations on seven teeth by another dentist. What is the most appropriate action? Report to a specialized organization Inform the patient Confront the previous dentist Document it in the patient's file The patient has the right to know about unnecessary procedures. 10 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 10) How deep should instruments be submerged in a sink for cleaning? Half-submerged Fully covered No submersion Rinsed only Full submersion ensures proper cleaning. 11 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 11) A dentist misdiagnosed cervical burnout as caries and placed composite restorations. What should be done? Justify the treatment Inform the patient of the mistake Ignore the issue Compensate with a free appointment Honesty and corrective action are required in misdiagnosis cases. 12 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 12) A nurse returns to work 15 days after an injury. What should they do? Retrain Quit Resume duties Inform administration Administration must assess fitness for duty. 13 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 13) How is a four-corner flap wound classified? Clean Clean-contaminated Infected Contaminated Oral surgeries are typically clean-contaminated. 14 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 14) What percentage of sharp instrument injuries go unreported? 35% 25% 45% 15% Underreporting is common due to fear or inconvenience. 15 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 15) What is the difference between disinfection and sterilization? Sterilization kills all microbes Disinfection kills some microbes Disinfection is faster Both 1 and 2 Sterilization eliminates all microbial life, while disinfection reduces it. 16 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 16) Under what circumstances can a doctor refuse to see a patient? If the patient is uncooperative Based on the patient's religion Based on the patient's sex When the doctor's schedule is fully booked Doctors can refuse patients only for valid reasons, such as a fully booked schedule. 17 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 17) You referred a patient to a prosthodontist who disagreed with your treatment plan. What should you do? Ignore their opinion Invite them to discuss and learn Change the plan without consultation Refuse further collaboration Professional collaboration improves patient care. 18 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 18) A doctor is injured by a needle from an HIV-positive patient. What should they do? Start PEP immediately Blame the patient Wait for symptoms Quit the job Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) must begin within 72 hours. 19 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 19) What is the correct order for processing instruments with composite residue? Disinfect, clean, sterilize Clean, disinfect, sterilize Soak in bleach Sterilize, clean, disinfect Cleaning must precede disinfection and sterilization. 20 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 20) A doctor washes hands for 60 seconds, then uses alcohol gel for 30 seconds. How can this be improved? Check for contamination Increase time Add more gel Dry hands first Drying hands enhances alcohol gel efficacy. 21 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 21) How is the area around the dental unit classified? Non-critical Dirty Clean Critical This zone requires regular disinfection but is not sterile. 22 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 22) What percentage of dentists do not report needle stick injuries? 10% 30% 60% 15% Needle stick injuries are often underreported in dental practice. 23 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 23) A patient came to the Emergency Department complaining of an issue and mentioned she was in a hurry because her children were alone at home. What is the patient’s responsibility? To leave and return later To call her children frequently To provide accurate information to the doctor To hurry the staff to prioritize her The patient’s primary responsibility is to provide accurate information to ensure proper diagnosis and treatment. 24 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 24) A doctor refuses to treat a patient referred by another dentist, insisting they return to the original provider. What does this demonstrate? Legal compliance Ethical violation Patient abandonment Professional morals Respecting professional boundaries is a moral duty. 25 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 25) What is the acceptable bacterial count in dental unit waterlines? <1000 CFU/mL <500 CFU/mL No limit <100 CFU/mL <500 CFU/mL is the standard for safe water quality. 26 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 26) What should you do if you find a sterilized instrument in a plastic bag with a blue indicator? Use it immediately Report to management Return to sterilization Disinfect and use The blue indicator suggests incomplete sterilization. 27 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 27) What is the definition of deontology in healthcare? Duty-based ethics Focus on outcomes Cost-effectiveness Patient preferences Deontology emphasizes adherence to moral rules and duties over consequences. 28 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 28) What is the definition of paternalism in healthcare? Encouraging patient independence Prioritizing patient autonomy Making decisions for patients against their wishes Ignoring patient preferences Paternalism involves overriding patient autonomy for perceived benefit. 29 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 29) A 70-year-old cancer patient requests to stop treatment and be allowed to die. After persistent requests, the doctor agrees. What is this action called? Passive euthanasia Negligence Assisted suicide Active euthanasia Passive euthanasia involves withholding treatment to allow natural death. 30 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 30) What should a doctor do after a needlestick injury? Report and test Ask about the patient's history Change the needle Continue working Reporting and lab testing are standard protocols. 31 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 31) How should a cheek retractor be processed? High-level disinfection Sterilization Soap and water Disposal Semi-critical items require high-level disinfection. 32 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 32) How is a facebow classified in infection control? Disposable Non-critical Semi-critical Critical Facebows are non-critical as they contact only intact skin. 33 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 33) A 55-year-old woman wants an implant but refuses to hear about complications. What should you do? Proceed as she wishes Obtain consent from her son Refer her to another doctor Decline the procedure Informed consent is non-negotiable; alternatives must be explored. 34 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 34) Where should the sterilization indicator be placed? Middle of the pack Bottom of the pack Outside the pack Top of the pack The middle ensures even sterilization. 35 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 35) What is the purpose of a biochemical tap in instrument sterilization? Ensure heat penetration Monitor heat time Vacuum autoclave Measure pressure The tap confirms heat reaches all instrument surfaces. 36 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 36) What is the definition of capacity in healthcare? Mental ability to make decisions Financial status Physical ability Legal authority Capacity refers to a patient’s ability to understand and make informed decisions. 37 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 37) Which bacteria is typically found in dental unit waterlines? Legionella E. coli Staphylococcus Salmonella Legionella is a waterborne pathogen. 38 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 38) What should a dentist do if a sterilized instrument has a blue indicator? Disinfect it Report the issue Use it Discard it A blue indicator may signal sterilization failure. 39 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 39) A patient has lost teeth 44-47 and refuses fixed applications, wanting no work done on their teeth. What should the dentist do? Explain the need for cross-arch retention for stability Make a partial denture without cross-arch preparation Refer the patient to another doctor Suggest no treatment Cross-arch retention ensures the denture’s stability and function. 40 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 40) Why should a nurse remove a ring under gloves? To prevent contamination As a hospital policy To reduce glove costs For patient comfort Rings can harbor pathogens and compromise glove integrity. 41 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 41) What does a blue sterilization indicator signify? Spore death Both time and temperature Sufficient time Proper temperature Color changes confirm sterilization parameters were met. 42 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 42) What is the definition of bioethics? Moral issues in healthcare All of the above Study of biological systems Ethics in medical research Bioethics encompasses all moral issues related to healthcare and biology. 43 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 43) What is the definition of collaboration in healthcare? Avoiding teamwork Competing with peers Sharing responsibilities with colleagues Working independently Collaboration improves patient outcomes through shared expertise. 44 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 44) A girl wants a Hollywood smile, but you disagree with the approach. What should you do? Bring another doctor to persuade her Ask her family to convince her Refuse to treat her Discuss alternatives with her Patient autonomy and informed consent are key in elective procedures. 45 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 45) What should you do if water splashes into your eye during a procedure? Use sterilized drops Rinse with water Rub the eye Ignore it Immediate rinsing reduces infection risk. 46 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 46) What PPE is required for treating a TB patient? Face shield Surgical mask N95 respirator Gloves only N95 masks filter airborne TB bacteria. 47 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 47) Which disease has a 30% chance of transmission via needle stick injury? Hepatitis C Hepatitis A Hepatitis B HIV Hepatitis B has a high transmission risk compared to other bloodborne pathogens. 48 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 48) You performed endo treatment on the wrong tooth adjacent to the intended one. What should you do? Blame the assistant Continue and dismiss patient concerns Refer the patient to another doctor Inform the patient and apologize Transparency and accountability are essential in medical errors. 49 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 49) An emergency TB patient needs treatment before test results are available. What PPE should be used? Gloves and gown No PPE Surgical mask N95 respirator Assume TB is active until proven otherwise. 50 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 50) An assistant is injured by a needle from an HBV-positive patient. How should they manage the injury? Take antiviral drugs Resign Ignore it Wash the wound and report Immediate wound care and HBV vaccination (if not immune) are required. 51 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 51) What should a healthcare worker do after a needlestick injury? Ask the patient about blood diseases Continue working Wash the wound only Stop treatment and report Reporting and follow-up testing are mandatory. 52 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 52) Before treating an HIV patient on medication, what should you do? Request CD4 count Treat normally Wear double gloves Isolate the patient Assessing immune status guides infection control measures. 53 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 53) What is required for informed consent? Verbal agreement Family approval Written documentation Witness signature Written consent is the legal standard for most medical procedures. 54 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 54) A doctor’s glove tore during surgery, exposing their hand to the patient’s blood. What should they do? Continue the surgery Ask the patient about infections Stop and change gloves Ignore the tear Immediate action is required to prevent contamination and infection. 55 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 55) A patient arrived half an hour late and insisted on being seen or would call the authorities. The doctor refused. Why? The doctor's shift was over The clinic was closed The patient was rude The patient's case was non-urgent Doctors have the right to enforce clinic policies, including appointment times. 56 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 56) A doctor sustains a needle stick injury from an HIV-positive patient who claims to be stable. What should the doctor do? Ask the patient for testing Report immediately Self-testing Take prophylactic antibiotics Immediate reporting and PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) are critical. 57 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 57) A nurse with a finger injury wears rings while working. What should she do before hand hygiene? Remove the wedding ring Remove the diamond ring Spray the cut with alcohol Cover the cut waterproof Jewelry can trap bacteria and interfere with proper hand hygiene. 58 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 58) How should the dental chair light be managed for infection control? Clean at the end of the day Cover with plastic between patients Replace daily Sterilize after each use Plastic covers prevent cross-contamination between patients. 59 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 59) A 14-year-old with a TB-exposed sibling presents with a cough. How should you proceed? Use an N95 mask No PPE Refer to a specialist Surgical mask TB precautions are necessary for symptomatic individuals. 60 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 60) A patient wants veneers, but you believe they are unnecessary. What should you do? Proceed with veneers Decline the request Refer the patient Discuss conservative alternatives Ethical practice involves recommending the least invasive options. 61 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 61) What is the most common bacteria in dental unit waterlines? Mycobacterium Legionella Pseudomonas Streptococcus Mycobacterium spp. thrive in waterlines. 62 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 62) A 16-year-old girl living in Canada, who is pregnant, asks you to perform an abortion. What should you do? Perform the abortion Explain Islamic laws and refer her to another doctor Refer her to another doctor Refuse without explanation If the doctor is uncomfortable with the procedure, they should explain their ethical stance and refer the patient to another professional. 63 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 63) A doctor speaks negatively about a previous doctor who treated the patient. What did they violate? Confidentiality Informed consent Patient autonomy Professional ethics Professionalism requires respect for colleagues and avoiding disparagement. 64 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 64) What are the steps in risk assessment? All of the above Hazard recognition Record findings Risk evaluation Risk assessment is a systematic process. 65 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 65) If a healthcare worker is injured by a needle from an HIV or hepatitis patient, what should they do? Continue working Stop work and take vaccines Ignore the injury Change gloves Immediate action and vaccination (if available) are essential. 66 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 66) A patient with expired insurance asks you to continue treatment and pay later, citing a periodontist who allowed this. What should you do? Proceed and accept later payment Demand out-of-pocket payment Report the periodontist Suggest a public hospital Flexibility in payment can be considered if trust exists, but policies vary. 67 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 67) What is the first step after a needlestick injury? Ask about patient infections Report Wash the wound Encourage bleeding Encouraging bleeding helps remove pathogens from the wound. 68 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 68) How should you schedule a patient with active TB? Delay treatment Isolate immediately Last appointment of the day Wear an N95 mask TB patients should be scheduled last to minimize exposure. 69 / 69 Category: Professionalism and bioethics , infection control and patient safety 69) How is MRSA transmitted among 8 department members? Foodborne Airborne Direct contact Indirect contact MRSA spreads through direct skin contact or shared items. 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