Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice (RDHAP) Law and Ethics Practice Exam

What could cause an investigation to be reopened against a licensee in a diversion program?

1. Participation in mandatory training sessions

2. Withdrawal or termination from the program

3. Improvement in their health status

4. Receiving positive feedback from peers

The correct answer is: Withdrawal or termination from the program

Withdrawal or termination from a diversion program can indeed lead to an investigation being reopened against a licensee. Diversion programs are often established to provide support and rehabilitation for professionals, such as dental hygienists, who may be facing issues like substance abuse or mental health challenges. The intent of these programs is to allow individuals the opportunity to recover and continue their practice under specific conditions. If a licensee withdraws or is terminated from this program, it typically raises concerns regarding their ability to safely and effectively perform their professional duties. This action indicates that the individual may not have adequately addressed the issues that led to their initial involvement in the program. Consequently, this can prompt regulatory bodies to reassess the licensee's fitness to practice and potentially reopen the investigation to ensure public safety and professional standards are upheld. In contrast, participation in mandatory training sessions, improvement in health status, or receiving positive feedback from peers would generally be considered signs of progress and compliance, rather than reasons for reopening an investigation.