Question

question 9
1 pts
sharing a funny event about a patient that occurred in the dental office with a friend at lunch in a restaurant is:
in bad taste
permissible
ok as long as no one is in earshot
a breach of confidentiality

Explanation:

Patient confidentiality is a key ethical principle in healthcare (including dental practice). Sharing patient - related events, even in a "funny" way and even if no one seems to be listening, violates the confidentiality of the patient's information. The other options are incorrect: "in bad taste" is too mild as it's a confidentiality breach, not just a matter of taste; "permissible" is wrong as it's not allowed; "OK as long as no one is in earshot" is incorrect because patient confidentiality should be maintained at all times, not just when others might overhear.

Answer:

a breach of confidentiality