Ethics & Law · single question
A male dentist will sedate a female patient. What is the most appropriate action for ethical and legal protection?
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Correct answer: A. Have two female assistants present in the room
- A. CORRECT. A chaperone (here, assisting staff) present during sedation protects both patient and provider.
- B. INCORRECT. A family member is not a substitute for trained chaperoning staff during sedation.
- C. INCORRECT. Proceeding alone, even with consent, leaves both parties unprotected.