Free Examination on Missouri Optometric Law Practice Questions

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1. 1A Missouri optometrist needs additional information to diagnose a suspected retinal condition. Which action is expressly within the statutory practice of optometry?

   1. A. Order an appropriate imaging test
   2. B. Perform laser photocoagulation
   3. C. Administer an intravitreal injection
   4. D. Perform retinal surgery

   Answer: A

   Explanation: Section 336.010 includes "the performance of diagnostic procedures and ordering of laboratory and imaging tests" in optometric practice. The other choices are surgical, laser, or injectable procedures outside the stated authority.

   Reference: Missouri Revisor of Statutes - Revised Statutes of Missouri, RSMo Section 336.010 — RSMo §336.010.1(3)

2. 2How many hours of approved, supervised clinical training must an applicant document under 20 CSR 2210-2.080(3)(A)?

   1. A. 100 hours
   2. B. 32 hours
   3. C. 48 hours
   4. D. 75 hours

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The rule requires "at least one hundred (100) hours of approved, supervised, clinical training."

   Reference: Missouri Secretary of State: Code of State Regulations — 20 CSR 2210-2.080(3)(A)

3. 3During an eye examination, a superficial foreign body is found on the cornea. Under Missouri's scope statute, which service may the optometrist provide?

   1. A. Remove the superficial foreign body
   2. B. Excise a deep intraocular foreign body
   3. C. Use a laser to ablate the foreign body
   4. D. Inject medication into the globe

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The statute expressly includes "the removal of superficial foreign bodies from the eye or adnexa" in the practice of optometry.

   Reference: Missouri Revisor of Statutes - Revised Statutes of Missouri, RSMo Section 336.010 — RSMo §336.010.1(5)

4. 4Which training setting satisfies the institutional condition for Missouri pharmaceutical certification?

   1. A. An approved institution with facilities for didactic and clinical pharmacology instruction and recognized accreditation
   2. B. A commercial seminar provider without clinical facilities
   3. C. A private practice offering observation only
   4. D. A self-study publisher with no institutional accreditation

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The Board cannot approve the hours unless taught by an approved institution with facilities for "both the didactic and clinical instruction in pharmacology" and accreditation recognized by the named authorities.

   Reference: Missouri Secretary of State: Code of State Regulations — 20 CSR 2210-2.080(3)(A)

5. 5A patient has a diagnosed visual dysfunction that may improve with a structured ocular-exercise program. Which service does Missouri law place within optometric practice?

   1. A. Vision therapy
   2. B. Refractive laser surgery
   3. C. Extraocular muscle surgery
   4. D. Intramuscular drug therapy

   Answer: A

   Explanation: Missouri includes "the prescription and administration of vision therapy" within optometric practice.

   Reference: Missouri Revisor of Statutes - Revised Statutes of Missouri, RSMo Section 336.010 — RSMo §336.010.1(9)

6. 6Besides qualifying clinical training, what examination must a pharmaceutical-certification applicant pass under the Board rule?

   1. A. A written pharmacology examination administered or approved by the Board
   2. B. The NBEO patient-assessment examination
   3. C. The Missouri optometric-law examination
   4. D. The NBEO clinical-skills examination

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The rule requires applicants to "pass a written examination in pharmacology" administered or approved by the Board; the other examinations serve different licensure components.

   Reference: Missouri Secretary of State: Code of State Regulations — 20 CSR 2210-2.080(3)(B)

7. 7A visually impaired patient cannot be treated adequately with conventional eyewear or contact lenses. Which Missouri-recognized service may include a rehabilitation program to enhance remaining vision skills?

   1. A. Low vision care
   2. B. Vision screening
   3. C. Refractive surgery
   4. D. Ocular surgery

   Answer: A

   Explanation: Section 336.010 defines low vision care as examination, treatment, and management of such patients and states that it "may include a vision rehabilitation program to enhance remaining vision skills."

   Reference: Missouri Revisor of Statutes - Revised Statutes of Missouri, RSMo Section 336.010 — RSMo §336.010.3(5)

8. 8Which identifying set must appear legibly on the face of a Missouri optometrist's written prescription for ophthalmic materials?

   1. A. License number, printed or typed full name with optometrist or O.D., and prescriber signature
   2. B. Federal registry number, printed or typed full name with optometrist or O.D., and prescriber signature
   3. C. License number, printed or typed full name with practice address, and prescriber signature
   4. D. License number, printed or typed full name with optometrist or O.D., and dispenser signature

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The rule requires these items "on the face of the prescription": the license number, the printed or typed full name and professional identification, and the prescribing optometrist's signature.

   Reference: Missouri Secretary of State: Code of State Regulations — 20 CSR 2210-2.060(7)(A)

9. 9For purposes of Missouri Chapter 336, which structures are included in the term adnexa?

   1. A. Conjunctiva, lids, lashes, and lacrimal system
   2. B. Retina, choroid, vitreous, and optic nerve
   3. C. Cornea, iris, lens, and ciliary body
   4. D. Extraocular muscles, optic chiasm, and visual cortex

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The statute defines adnexa as "all structures adjacent to the eye and the conjunctiva, lids, lashes, and lacrimal system."

   Reference: Missouri Revisor of Statutes - Revised Statutes of Missouri, RSMo Section 336.010 — RSMo §336.010.3(2)

10. 10An optometrist verbally communicates an ophthalmic prescription to the filling business. Which prescriber identifiers must be communicated?

    1. A. Full name and state license number
    2. B. Full name and federal registry number
    3. C. Professional designation and practice address
    4. D. State license number and prescriber signature

    Answer: A

    Explanation: The rule requires communication of the full name and license number of the "prescribing optometrist."

    Reference: Missouri Secretary of State: Code of State Regulations — 20 CSR 2210-2.060(7)(B)