Free Louisiana Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence Examination Practice Questions

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1. 1A graduate is preparing an initial Louisiana dental hygiene license application. What is the minimum statutory age for the applicant?

   1. A.17 years
   2. B.18 yearsCorrect answer: B
   3. C.19 years
   4. D.21 years

   Explanation: The controlling qualification states: “Be not less than eighteen years of age.” The applicant must therefore be at least 18.

   Reference: Louisiana Laws - Louisiana State Legislature — R.S. 37:764(A)(1)

2. 2Where must a Louisiana dental hygienist display the license and current renewal permits at the practice location?

   1. A.In the employee records cabinet
   2. B.In full and open view for patientsCorrect answer: B
   3. C.In the dentist's private office
   4. D.At the board office

   Explanation: The rule says licensees “shall display their license in full and open view for all patients to observe along with all current renewal permits.” Patient-visible display is required.

   Reference: La Administrative Code Title 46 Part 33 May (2026) — LAC 46:XXXIII.104(A)

3. 3For legal purposes, where does treatment or diagnosis by teledentistry occur in Louisiana?

   1. A.At the dentist's location
   2. B.At the patient's location when the service occursCorrect answer: B
   3. C.At the technology vendor's headquarters
   4. D.At the board's office

   Explanation: The rule says treatment or diagnosis “is considered to occur at the location of the patient at the time.” The patient's location controls.

   Reference: La Administrative Code Title 46 Part 33 May (2026) — LAC 46:XXXIII.203(2)

4. 4How often are nonrestricted Louisiana dental hygiene licenses renewed?

   1. A.Annually
   2. B.Every three years
   3. C.BienniallyCorrect answer: C
   4. D.Every five years

   Explanation: The rule states: “All nonrestricted licenses shall be renewed biennially.” Renewal therefore occurs every two years.

   Reference: La Administrative Code Title 46 Part 33 May (2026) — LAC 46:XXXIII.409(A)

5. 5After changing an employment address, within what period must a Louisiana dental hygienist notify the board?

   1. A.10 days
   2. B.20 days
   3. C.60 days
   4. D.30 daysCorrect answer: D

   Explanation: The rule addresses failure “to notify the board within 30 days of a change in the mailing address or address of employment.” The deadline is 30 days.

   Reference: La Administrative Code Title 46 Part 33 May (2026) — LAC 46:XXXIII.703(A)

6. 6Unless exempt, how many continuing-education hours must a Louisiana dental hygienist complete in each renewal period?

   1. A.15 hours
   2. B.20 hoursCorrect answer: B
   3. C.24 hours
   4. D.30 hours

   Explanation: The rule requires “a minimum of 20 hours of continuing education during each renewal period.” Twenty hours is the total minimum.

   Reference: La Administrative Code Title 46 Part 33 May (2026) — LAC 46:XXXIII.1613(A)

7. 7Which national written examination must an initial Louisiana dental hygienist applicant complete?

   1. A.National Board Dental Hygiene ExaminationCorrect answer: A
   2. B.ADEX Dental Hygiene Examination
   3. C.Dental Admission Test
   4. D.Integrated National Board Dental Examination

   Explanation: The rule requires successful completion of “the national board dental hygiene examination.” That is the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination, not the separate clinical or admissions tests.

   Reference: La Administrative Code Title 46 Part 33 May (2026) — LAC 46:XXXIII.1711(A)(4)

8. 8What must an initial Louisiana dental hygiene license applicant submit for the board's criminal-history check?

   1. A.A credit report
   2. B.A school conduct report
   3. C.Full sets of fingerprints and identifying informationCorrect answer: C
   4. D.A civil litigation search

   Explanation: The rule requires “full sets of fingerprints, other identifiable information, and fees and costs” for criminal-history information. Fingerprints and identifying information are therefore required.

   Reference: La Administrative Code Title 46 Part 33 May (2026) — LAC 46:XXXIII.1805(A)

9. 9Which current credential satisfies the CPR qualification for an initial Louisiana dental hygiene license?

   1. A.A first-aid-only workplace certificate
   2. B.An approved healthcare-provider BLS or professional-rescuer certificateCorrect answer: B
   3. C.A pediatric babysitting safety card
   4. D.An online awareness certificate without skills testing

   Explanation: The statute requires “a current certificate in the American Heart Association cardiopulmonary resuscitation health care provider course, the American Red Cross Professional Rescue Course, or their equivalent.” An approved healthcare-provider or professional-rescuer credential fits that rule.

   Reference: Louisiana Laws - Louisiana State Legislature — R.S. 37:764(A)(6)

10. 10A hygienist holds a permit to administer local anesthesia. Where should that permit be displayed?

    1. A.Near the displayed license and renewal certificateCorrect answer: A
    2. B.Only in the patient treatment room
    3. C.With payroll records
    4. D.At the hygienist's residence

    Explanation: Anesthesia, analgesia, or sedation permits must be displayed “in full and open view in close proximity to those licenses and renewal certificates.” The nearby public display satisfies the rule.

    Reference: La Administrative Code Title 46 Part 33 May (2026) — LAC 46:XXXIII.104(B)