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A dentist refuses to release a patient's dental records. Which ethical principle is violated?

Autonomy
Nonmaleficence
Beneficence
Justice
Veracity

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Correct answer: A. Autonomy

Per ADA Code of Professional Conduct under autonomy: 'Upon request, dentists shall provide any information that will be beneficial for the future treatment of that patient.' Withholding records violates the patient's right to self-determination (autonomy).

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