Free Nebraska Optometry Jurisprudence Exam Practice Questions

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1. 1A Nebraska optometrist was first credentialed 18 months before renewal. How are continuing-competency requirements treated?

   1. A. Reduced by half
   2. B. Deferred for six months
   3. C. Replaced by an oral examination
   4. D. Waived

   Answer: D

   Explanation: 172 NAC 10-004.03(B) says the Department "waives continuing competency requirements" for holders first credentialed within the preceding 24 months.

   Reference: TItle 172, Chapter 10 : Credentials Issued Under the Uniform Credentialing Act (2019) — 172 NAC 10-004.03(B)

2. 2A recent optometry graduate applies for an initial Nebraska credential. What minimum age ordinarily applies?

   1. A. 19 years old
   2. B. 18 years old
   3. C. 21 years old
   4. D. 20 years old

   Answer: A

   Explanation: 172 NAC 10-003.01(A) states, "An applicant must be at least 19 years old, except as otherwise provided by statute, and of good character." The ordinary minimum is 19.

   Reference: TItle 172, Chapter 10 : Credentials Issued Under the Uniform Credentialing Act (2019) — 172 NAC 10-003.01(A)

3. 3Under Nebraska's medical-record statute, what does a medical record encompass?

   1. A. A provider's record of the patient's health history and treatment rendered
   2. B. Only billing statements submitted to an insurer
   3. C. Only images produced during an examination
   4. D. Only prescriptions issued within twelve months

   Answer: A

   Explanation: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 71-8402(1) defines medical records as "a provider's record of a patient's health history and treatment rendered."

   Reference: Medical Records Statutes — Neb. Rev. Stat. § 71-8402(1)

4. 4How must a Nebraska health professional submit a mandatory report under 172 NAC 5?

   1. A. On a professional-liability carrier's claim form
   2. B. On a National Practitioner Data Bank report alone
   3. C. On the credential-renewal attestation form
   4. D. On the Department's form with all requested information

   Answer: D

   Explanation: 172 NAC 5-003 provides, "Reports must be made on a form provided by the Department and contain all the requested information."

   Reference: 172 Nac 5 — 172 NAC 5-003

5. 5For an initial Nebraska optometry license, who must send the transcript showing the degree-conferral date?

   1. A. The applicant's employer
   2. B. The National Board
   3. C. The applicant personally
   4. D. The issuing school or college

   Answer: D

   Explanation: 172 NAC 120 requires an official transcript showing the degree date to be sent "directly to the Department by the issuing institution."

   Reference: Title 172, Chapter 120 : Licensure of Optometrist (2022) — 172 NAC 120-003.01(A)

6. 6Which trio constitutes diagnostic pharmaceutical agents under Nebraska's Optometry Practice Act?

   1. A. Oral steroids, analgesics, and antibiotics
   2. B. Anesthetics, cycloplegics, and mydriatics
   3. C. Glaucoma agents, immunosuppressants, and epinephrine
   4. D. Antivirals, antifungals, and antihistamines

   Answer: B

   Explanation: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 38-2604(1) defines diagnostic agents as "anesthetics, cycloplegics, and mydriatics."

   Reference: Optometry Practice Act — Neb. Rev. Stat. § 38-2604(1)

7. 7Beyond meeting the age threshold, which personal qualification must a Nebraska initial-credential applicant possess?

   1. A. Two years of Nebraska residence
   2. B. Good character
   3. C. Current hospital privileges
   4. D. Board membership

   Answer: B

   Explanation: The rule says an applicant must be at least 19 and "of good character." Good character is therefore the additional personal qualification.

   Reference: TItle 172, Chapter 10 : Credentials Issued Under the Uniform Credentialing Act (2019) — 172 NAC 10-003.01(A)

8. 8A former patient asks to examine an old chart. Does Nebraska's statutory definition of patient cover the requester?

   1. A. No, it covers current patients only
   2. B. Yes, patient includes a former patient
   3. C. Only if treatment occurred within one year
   4. D. Only with a new examination

   Answer: B

   Explanation: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 71-8402(3) states, "Patient includes a patient or former patient."

   Reference: Medical Records Statutes — Neb. Rev. Stat. § 71-8402(3)

9. 9A liability insurer limits an optometrist's coverage because of a professional claim. What must the optometrist do?

   1. A. Report the coverage modification
   2. B. Wait for a final court judgment
   3. C. Report only if the license is suspended
   4. D. Notify only the patient

   Answer: A

   Explanation: A health professional must report when professional liability coverage "has been cancelled, limited, or otherwise modified due to a professional liability claim."

   Reference: 172 Nac 5 — 172 NAC 5-003.01(A)

10. 10Which NBEO documentation must an examination-path applicant arrange for Nebraska DHHS to receive?

    1. A. A detailed score report showing passage of Parts I, II, and III
    2. B. A registration receipt for Part III only
    3. C. A self-reported composite score
    4. D. A school letter confirming exam eligibility

    Answer: A

    Explanation: The rule requires "a detailed score report showing successful passage of Part I, Part II and Part III" of the NBEO examination.

    Reference: Title 172, Chapter 120 : Licensure of Optometrist (2022) — 172 NAC 120-003.01(B)