If a team member discloses a patient's personal information to any unauthorized person, this is a direct violation of the

code of ethics.
dental jurisprudence regulations.
HIPAA law.
dental malpractice act.


HIPAA law.

Rationale: HIPAA law – This is a federal law that prohibits the discussion of personal medical treatment of any kind with any unauthorized person. An authorized person would include someone that the patient has specifically designated in writing.

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Which of the following curves illustrates the radiation sensitivity of a particular type of cell?

a. Cell specialization curve b. Cell extrapolation curve c. Dose–response curve d. Cell survival curve

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All of the following clinical parameters are usually performed during a reevaluation visit except one. Which one is the exception?

A) Probing depth measurement B) Gingival assessment C) Tooth mobility assessment D) Full mouth radiographs

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Referrals and authorizations in "pending" status do not display in the ___________________ list of the  ___________________ dialog box to prevent you from linking an incomplete referral or authorization to a claim.

A. Additional Claims Information / Referrals B. Referrals / Authorizations C. Authorization / Additional Claim Information D. Ref/Auth / Patient module

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