Duty of Care — NDEB AFK MCQ

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Which of the following correctly describes the concept of 'duty of care' in Canadian dental practice?

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Correct answer: B — A legal obligation that arises when a dentist-patient relationship is established

Duty of care is a legal obligation that arises automatically when a dentist-patient relationship is established (e.g., when the patient is accepted for treatment, an examination is performed, or advice is given). The dentist must then provide treatment that meets the standard of a reasonably competent dental practitioner. Breach of this duty that causes harm constitutes negligence. The duty of care also extends to emergency situations (Good Samaritan provisions in Canadian law).

Reference: Graskemper – Professional Responsibility in Dentistry, 2nd ed., 2017