Florida Laws & Rules 2025 Exam Questions & Answers

Florida Laws & Rules 2025 Exam
Questions & Answers12

C) Chapter 466 - ANSWERS-______ is the law which governs the practice of dentistry in the state
of Florida.

A) Chapter 120

B) Chapter 456

C) Chapter 466

D) Chapter 646



True - ANSWERS-T/F

The use of anesthetics other than topical anesthesia is considered to be a irremediable task.



11 - ANSWERS-How many members are on the Board of Dentistry?



Governer - ANSWERS-Who appoints the members of the Board of Dentistry?



A) Must have 1 member under 25 - ANSWERS-Which of the following is not a requirement for
members of the Board of Dentistry?

A) Must have 1 member under 25

B) Must have 2 members with no dental affiliation or experience

C) Must have 1 member over 60

D) Must have 2 members that are actively practicing hygienists



4 years - ANSWERS-What is the term length for members of the Board of Dentistry?

, 3 times - ANSWERS-The Council on Dental Hygiene must meet at least ______ a year.



B) 30 - ANSWERS-How many hours of continuing education are dentists required to complete
biennially?

A) 20

B) 30

C) 40

D) 60



C) 24-36 - ANSWERS-How many hours of continuing education are dental hygienists required to
complete biennially?

A) 16-20

B) 20-25

C) 24-36

D) 30-35



True - ANSWERS-T/F

A hygienist must have a current BLS certification in order to administer local anesthesia in any
form.



False (never needs renewal) - ANSWERS-T/F

The local anesthesia component of the dental hygiene licensure must be renewed every 5 years.



4 years - ANSWERS-All patient records must be kept and maintained for ________ from the date
of the patient's last appointment.