Free Minor Surgery and Proctology Examination (MSP) Practice Questions

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1. 1Under the OBCE's minor-surgery competencies, a sterile field must be established for which set?

   1. A. The physician, patient, and instruments
   2. B. The physician and instruments, but not the patient
   3. C. The patient and instruments, but not the physician
   4. D. The physician and patient, but not the instruments

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The Board competency requires understanding "how to establish, a sterile field for the physician, patient and the instruments." All three are included.

   Reference: Policy Practice (2025) — OAR 811-015-0030, Minor Surgery and Proctology Competencies, sterile-field bullet

2. 2What concentration range of over-the-counter topical lidocaine does the OBCE permit an Oregon chiropractic physician to use for local anesthesia?

   1. A. 0.5% to 1%
   2. B. 1% to 2%
   3. C. 2% to 5%
   4. D. 5% to 10%

   Answer: C

   Explanation: The policy permits "Topical Lidocaine in liquid, gel, or patch at 2% to 5% (over-the-counter)." The permitted range is 2% through 5%.

   Reference: Policy Practice (2025) — OAR 811-010-0093 incorporated Guide, Local Anesthetics: Topical/Injectable (Lidocaine) Policy, criteria and CA paragraphs, p. 51

3. 3Which type of laceration repair falls within Oregon's statutory definition of chiropractic minor surgery?

   1. A. Superficial laceration repair
   2. B. Deep tendon repair
   3. C. Open fracture fixation
   4. D. Intra-abdominal repair

   Answer: A

   Explanation: ORS 684.010 defines minor surgery as surgical repair and care of "superficial lacerations and abrasions." The definition does not extend to the deep procedures listed.

   Reference: Oregon Revised Statutes — ORS 684.010(5)

4. 4An Oregon minor-surgery treatment room is visibly unsanitary even though no infection has yet occurred. Which listed conduct category matches the condition?

   1. A. Failing to provide and maintain a safe and sanitary treatment environment
   2. B. Failing to keep complete and minimally competent patient records
   3. C. Failing to teach or directly supervise delegated services
   4. D. Violating a patient's privacy or confidentiality

   Answer: A

   Explanation: OAR 811-035-0015 lists "Failing to provide and maintain a safe and sanitary treatment environment" as unprofessional conduct. An actual infection is not a prerequisite.

   Reference: Bce 1 2026 — OAR 971-458-2621

5. 5How does the Oregon OCPUG categorize a clinically indicated proctological examination in its diagnostic sequence?

   1. A. A special examination
   2. B. A laboratory examination
   3. C. A diagnostic-imaging study
   4. D. A general physical examination

   Answer: A

   Explanation: OCPUG lists "Proctological examination" under "Special examinations/evaluations." It is therefore categorized as a special examination in the Oregon clinical sequence.

   Reference: Ocpug (2025) — ORS 684.150, OCPUG Chapter II, Chiropractic Diagnostic Procedures, Special examinations/evaluations

6. 6Which OBCE baseline competency is the one specifically directed to proctological disorders?

   1. A. Pathophysiology and management of anorectal disorders requiring invasive minor surgery
   2. B. Stages of wound healing and factors influencing healing
   3. C. Classification and identification of malignant skin tumors
   4. D. Causes, presentation, and management of burns and frostbite

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The competency list requires the chiropractor to understand "the pathophysiology and appropriate management of those anorectal disorders that require invasive minor surgical intervention." That is the defined baseline subject.

   Reference: Policy Practice (2025) — OAR 811-015-0030, Minor Surgery and Proctology Competencies, relevant competency bullet

7. 7Which Oregon OBCE minor-surgery competency specifically concerns the use of antiseptics?

   1. A. Identify and understand appropriate applications of the various antiseptics
   2. B. Identify anesthetics and their appropriate routes of delivery
   3. C. Discuss wound-closure techniques, instruments, and materials
   4. D. Discuss the stages of wound healing and factors that influence healing

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The OBCE competency list requires the chiropractor to "identify and understand the appropriate applications of the various antiseptics." The requirement concerns appropriate selection and use.

   Reference: Policy Practice (2025) — OAR 811-015-0030, Minor Surgery and Proctology Competencies, relevant competency bullet

8. 8Which injectable local-anesthetic preparation is listed for ordinary Oregon chiropractic minor surgery without epinephrine?

   1. A. 1% lidocaine without epinephrine
   2. B. 1% lidocaine with 1:10,000 epinephrine
   3. C. 2% lidocaine with 1:100,000 epinephrine
   4. D. 5% lidocaine without epinephrine

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The Board's permitted injectable list includes "1% without epinephrine." The other preparations are not the listed ordinary formulation.

   Reference: Policy Practice (2025) — OAR 811-010-0093 incorporated Guide, Local Anesthetics: Topical/Injectable (Lidocaine) Policy, criteria and CA paragraphs, p. 51

9. 9An Oregon chiropractor evaluates an elective procedure for a benign lesion confined to superficial tissue. Is that lesion category included in the minor-surgery definition?

   1. A. Yes, benign superficial lesions are included
   2. B. Only malignant deep lesions are included
   3. C. Only internal-organ lesions are included
   4. D. No lesion removal is included

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The statute includes surgical repair and care of "benign superficial lesions." The described lesion fits that category.

   Reference: Oregon Revised Statutes — ORS 684.010(5)

10. 10Before practicing minor surgery under an Oregon chiropractic license, what special authorization must the physician obtain?

    1. A. A certificate of special competency in minor surgery
    2. B. A pharmacy dispensing license
    3. C. A hospital operating-room permit
    4. D. A certified-assistant credential

    Answer: A

    Explanation: OAR 811-015-0030 requires a physician wishing to practice minor surgery to "apply to, and receive from, the Board a certification of special competency in minor surgery and/or proctology." The competency certificate is required.

    Reference: Permanent Filings March 2026 — OAR 971-458-2621