Which ethical principle emphasizes the obligation to act in the best interest of the patient and community?
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: Beneficence
Beneficence requires professionals to promote well-being and act in ways that benefit patients and communities. It guides ethical decision-making in public health programs.
Keep practicing
More Dental Public Health Ethics questions
- A dental public health program collects patient data for research but does not inform participants. Which ethical principle is violated?
- A community clinic decides to prioritize underserved populations when allocating limited dental services. Which ethical principle supports…
- Providing misleading information about treatment outcomes violates which ethical principle?
- A dentist refuses to treat a patient because of their cultural background. What ethical principle is violated?
- Recommending unnecessary dental procedures for financial gain violates which ethical principle?
- A public health dentist respects individuals’ right to make their own healthcare decisions. This reflects which ethical principle?