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1. 1An Arizona optometrist evaluates a patient's visual anomaly and plans treatment. Which activity is within the statutory practice of optometry when performed without surgery?

   1. A. Examination or refraction of the human eye
   2. B. Excision of in-vivo ocular tissue with a scalpel
   3. C. Photodisruption of ocular tissue with a therapeutic laser
   4. D. Coagulation of ocular tissue with electrical cautery

   Answer: A

   Explanation: A.R.S. § 32-1701(6)(a) includes "The examination or refraction of the human eye and its appendages" in optometric practice, while § 32-1701(7) classifies the other listed invasive procedures as surgery.

   Reference: 32-1701 - Definitions — A.R.S. § 32-1701(6)(a), (7)

2. 2What minimum total training must a Board-approved Arizona optometry course of study include?

   1. A. 120 hours
   2. B. 80 hours
   3. C. 100 hours
   4. D. 160 hours

   Answer: A

   Explanation: R4-21-207(2) requires a course that "includes at least 120 hours of training".

   Reference: Aac Title4 Ch21 — R4-21-207(2), page 8

3. 3A patient cannot communicate health-care decisions and has an emergent life-threatening condition. When may an Arizona health professional use an in-scope experimental treatment under A.R.S. § 32-3204?

   1. A. After the specified federal regulatory requirements have been met
   2. B. Only after the patient signs a contemporaneous authorization
   3. C. Whenever the professional's employer approves it
   4. D. Only after a routine outpatient waiting period

   Answer: A

   Explanation: A.R.S. § 32-3204(A) permits the in-scope experimental intervention if "the requirements of 21 Code of Federal Regulations parts 50, 56, 312, 314, 601, 812 and 814 have been met."

   Reference: 32-3204 - Experimental diagnosis, therapy or treatment; implied consent; definition — A.R.S. § 32-3204(A)

4. 4What is the default legal status of a patient's medical and payment records in Arizona?

   1. A. Privileged and confidential
   2. B. Public after the claim is paid
   3. C. Open to any licensed health professional
   4. D. Automatically available to an employer

   Answer: A

   Explanation: A.R.S. § 12-2292(A) provides that, unless otherwise provided by law, "all medical records and payment records ... are privileged and confidential."

   Reference: 12-2292 - Confidentiality of medical records and payment records — A.R.S. § 12-2292(A)

5. 5While treating a child, an Arizona optometrist reasonably believes the child has suffered nonaccidental abuse. When must the report be made?

   1. A. Immediately
   2. B. Within 5 business days
   3. C. Within 10 working days
   4. D. At the end of the treatment episode

   Answer: A

   Explanation: A.R.S. § 13-3620(A) applies to an optometrist who develops the reasonable belief in treatment and requires the person to "immediately report or cause reports to be made."

   Reference: Ars 13 (3620) — A.R.S. § 13-3620(A)

6. 6A licensee proposes using a device to train a patient's binocular visual system. How does Arizona law classify this service?

   1. A. It is within optometric practice
   2. B. It is surgery requiring a medical license
   3. C. It is limited to dispensing opticians
   4. D. It is outside all licensed eye-care practice

   Answer: A

   Explanation: A.R.S. § 32-1701(6)(c) includes "the use of any instrument or device to train the visual system or correct any abnormal condition of the eye or eyes." The proposed service fits that express scope.

   Reference: 32-1701 - Definitions — A.R.S. § 32-1701(6)(c)

7. 7Within the required Arizona optometry course of study, how many hours must address prescribing, dispensing, and administering oral pharmaceutical agents?

   1. A. At least 12 hours
   2. B. At least 8 hours
   3. C. At least 16 hours
   4. D. At least 24 hours

   Answer: A

   Explanation: R4-21-207(2) requires training that "includes at least 120 hours of training, at least 12 of which address prescribing, dispensing, and administering oral pharmaceutical agents".

   Reference: AAC Title 4 Ch 21 — R4-21-207(2), page 8

8. 8An Arizona optometrist is charged with a felony after license renewal. How soon must the optometrist notify the Board in writing?

   1. A. Within 10 working days after the charge is filed
   2. B. Within 5 calendar days after arraignment
   3. C. Within 20 working days after the charge is filed
   4. D. At the next biennial renewal

   Answer: A

   Explanation: A.R.S. § 32-3208(A) requires notice "within ten working days after the charge is filed."

   Reference: 32-3208 - Criminal charges; mandatory reporting requirements; civil penalty; exceptions — A.R.S. § 32-3208(A)

9. 9Which legal demand requires an Arizona provider to disclose records without the patient's written authorization?

   1. A. An order from a court or tribunal of competent jurisdiction
   2. B. An oral request from a law-enforcement officer
   3. C. A written request from the patient's employer
   4. D. A routine audit request from a commercial payer

   Answer: A

   Explanation: A.R.S. § 12-2294(A) requires disclosure without authorization "as otherwise required by law or when ordered by a court or tribunal of competent jurisdiction."

   Reference: 12-2294 - Release of medical records and payment records to third parties — A.R.S. § 12-2294(A)

10. 10Which correction-related act does Arizona expressly include in the practice of optometry?

    1. A. Prescribing or fitting a prism
    2. B. Manufacturing a nonrefractive sunglass lens
    3. C. Selling binoculars as merchandise
    4. D. Fitting an ocular prosthesis without refractive value

    Answer: A

    Explanation: A.R.S. § 32-1701(6)(d) includes "The prescribing, fitting or employment of any lens, prism, frame or mountings" for visual correction or aid. The other choices concern distinct statutory categories.

    Reference: 32-1701 - Definitions — A.R.S. § 32-1701(6)(d)