CA Optometry Law Exam with Complete Solutions

CA Optometry Law Exam with Complete Solutions Who are you prohibited from dispensing, prescribing or selling eyeglasses to that are not made of shatter-resistant lenses or non-flammable frames? ANSWER 1. One-eyed person 2. Law enforcement officer 3. Fireman 4. Under 18yo T/F There is no requirement for polycarbonate lenses ANSWER True-it is required only by standards of care but not by law It is unlawful to refer to a healthcare provider in which you or what family members have financial interest? ANSWER 1. Spouse 2. Children 3. Parents 4. Spouses of children Define significant financial interest ANSWER $5,000 or 5% of the whole In what case can you refer a patient to a healthcare provider where you have financial interest? ANSWER If there is no alternate provider within 25mi or 40 minutes Define AB 684 ANSWER Allows optometrists to lease space from an optician or health plan and includes sufficient protections to ensure that doctors can practice independently How long must the lease term be at least for an optometrist working in a leased space from an optician or health care plan? ANSWER 1 year