Free Oklahoma Optometry Jurisprudence Written Exam Practice Questions

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1. 1Which educational credential is an Oklahoma Board-examination candidate required to hold?

   1. A. A Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited school of optometry
   2. B. A medical degree from an accredited school of medicine
   3. C. A master's degree in vision science from a state university
   4. D. A bachelor's degree in ophthalmic technology

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The current licensing page requires the applicant to be "a graduate of an accredited school of optometry, conferring the degree of Doctor of Optometry."

   Reference: Licensing — 2027 Oklahoma State Board Exams, prerequisite 3

2. 2For an Oklahoma optometrist's annual approved educational or postgraduate program, what is the minimum total number of hours required during the preceding 12 months?

   1. A. Eight hours of approved educational programs
   2. B. Twelve hours of approved educational programs
   3. C. Sixteen hours of approved educational programs
   4. D. Twenty-four hours of approved educational programs

   Answer: B

   Explanation: "of a total of at least twelve (12) hours of educational or postgraduate programs approved by the Board," Section 604 sets twelve hours, spread over at least two days; the other hour totals are not the statutory minimum.

   Reference: Oklahoma Board of Examiners in Optometry, 2026 Lawbook — 59 O.S. § 604

3. 3An Oklahoma licensed optometrist prints a professional name in connection with eye-care services. Which statutory professional designation identifies the optometry branch?

   1. A. D.C.
   2. B. D.O.
   3. C. M.D.
   4. D. O.D.

   Answer: D

   Explanation: "The letters "O.D." or the words optometrist or doctor of optometry by a person licensed to" Section 725.2(A)(5) assigns O.D. to licensed optometrists; the other designations belong to different licensed healing-art classes.

   Reference: Oklahoma Board of Examiners in Optometry, 2026 Lawbook — 59 O.S. § 725.2(A)(5)

4. 4A practitioner offers to diagnose eye disease in Oklahoma. Which license status satisfies the general Healing Arts Act requirement for that activity?

   1. A. A current Oklahoma license covering the diagnosis, used within its limits
   2. B. A current license from any state covering the diagnosis, used within its limits
   3. C. A former Oklahoma license covering the diagnosis, despite its revocation
   4. D. An Oklahoma professional degree covering the diagnosis, without a license

   Answer: A

   Explanation: "unrevoked license or certificate issued under the laws of Oklahoma authorizing such person to practice" Section 731.3 requires a legal, unrevoked Oklahoma credential covering the healing art and practice within its limits; another state's license, a revoked license or a degree alone does not meet that general requirement.

   Reference: Oklahoma Board of Examiners in Optometry, 2026 Lawbook — 59 O.S. § 731.3

5. 5An optometrist forms an Oklahoma professional entity and must include certification that its practicing owners or managers are licensed. Which authority provides that certificate under the Professional Entity Act?

   1. A. The Board of Examiners in Optometry
   2. B. The Oklahoma Secretary of State
   3. C. The Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy
   4. D. The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs

   Answer: A

   Explanation: "1. A certificate by the regulating board of the profession or related professions involved that each of the persons who will become owners or managers of the domestic professional entity and who will engage in the practice of the profession or related profession in this state is duly licensed or otherwise permitted in accordance with the provisions of this state’s licensing laws for the profession or related profession to practice such profession; or" Section 804 calls for a certificate from the regulating board of the profession to be practiced. For an optometry entity, that is the Board of Examiners in Optometry; the other agencies have different filing or drug-regulation roles.

   Reference: Oklahoma Legislature, Oklahoma Statutes Title 18 — §18-804, item 1 (Title 18, p. 276)

6. 6An Oklahoma health policy reimburses a covered eye examination within a licensed optometrist's lawful scope. How must the reimbursement compare when the same covered service is performed by a licensed physician or optometrist?

   1. A. Pay more when a physician performs the covered examination.
   2. B. Pay more when an optometrist performs the covered examination.
   3. C. Pay on an equal basis for the covered examination.
   4. D. Pay only when a physician performs the covered examination.

   Answer: C

   Explanation: "contract, plan or agreement shall be entitled to reimbursement on an equal basis for such service," Section 6051 requires equal reimbursement for a covered in-scope service regardless of whether a physician or optometrist performs it. Differential or physician-only payment conflicts with this rule.

   Reference: Oklahoma Board of Examiners in Optometry, 2026 Lawbook — 2026 Lawbook, printed p. 21, 36 O.S. 6051

7. 7Under the Oklahoma Pharmacy Act's definition of a licensed practitioner, when does an optometrist qualify for that designation?

   1. A. When licensed and authorized to prescribe dangerous drugs within optometric scope
   2. B. When licensed and authorized to dispense spectacles within optometric scope
   3. C. When graduated and authorized to examine patients within optometric scope
   4. D. When employed and authorized to maintain records within optometric scope

   Answer: A

   Explanation: "an optometrist, or g. a physician assistant, licensed to practice and authorized to prescribe dangerous drugs within the scope of practice of such practitioner;" The definition includes an optometrist subject to licensure and authorization to prescribe dangerous drugs within that practitioner's scope. Dispensing spectacles, education or employment does not establish this defined drug authority.

   Reference: Oklahoma Legislature, Oklahoma Statutes Title 59 — Title 59, p. 284, §59-353.1v1(22)

8. 8During a contested matter, an Oklahoma optometry board member receives a proposed private discussion with one party about a disputed fact. How must a discussion of that fact proceed?

   1. A. Only after notice and an opportunity for all parties to participate.
   2. B. Only after the member gives the Board president a written summary.
   3. C. Only after the party's attorney promises to share the discussion.
   4. D. Only after the member records the discussion for the final order.

   Answer: A

   Explanation: "members of the Board or the agents of the Board shall not communicate, directly or indirectly, in connection with any issue of fact, with any person or party or his representative except upon notice and an opportunity for all parties to participate." OAC 505:1-7-12 requires notice and an opportunity for every party to participate before a Board member or agent communicates about a factual issue with a party. Later disclosure or recording is insufficient.

   Reference: Oklahoma Board of Examiners in Optometry, 2026 Lawbook — OAC 505:1-7-12

9. 9Four optometrists seek Oklahoma special volunteer licenses. Which practice history and intended service fit the statute's eligibility route?

   1. A. Retired from active practice and seeking to donate care to indigent patients
   2. B. Licensed in another state but not practicing there and seeking to donate care
   3. C. Retired from active practice and seeking to provide paid optometric care
   4. D. Newly graduated without a prior license and seeking to donate care

   Answer: A

   Explanation: "eligible volunteers from a medically related field who are retired from active practice or actively licensed in another state and practicing in that state and wish to donate their expertise for the care and treatment of indigent and needy persons of this state." Section 493.5(A)(1) includes a retired optometrist seeking to donate care to indigent and needy persons. The other histories omit active practice in the licensing state, donated care, or prior practice.

   Reference: Oklahoma Legislature, Oklahoma Statutes Title 59 — 59 O.S. § 493.5(A)(1)

10. 10An active-duty military applicant presents an out-of-state optometry credential in good standing and reasonably equivalent to Oklahoma's requirements, with satisfactory equivalent training evidence. What is the latest statutory issuance deadline after the board receives the authorized application?

    1. A. Within fifteen days after receiving the application
    2. B. Within thirty days after receiving the application
    3. C. Within forty-five days after receiving the application
    4. D. Within sixty days after receiving the application

    Answer: B

    Explanation: "license or certification within thirty (30) days provided the license or certification from the other state is found to be in good standing and reasonably equivalent to the requirements of this state." Section 4100.8(B) sets 30 days, provided the out-of-state credential is in good standing and reasonably equivalent. The stem states those prerequisites and asks for the latest statutory deadline.

    Reference: Oklahoma Legislature, Oklahoma Statutes Title 59 — 59 O.S. § 4100.8(B)