EXAM WITH 180+ QUESTIONS & CORRECT
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Chiropractic Initiative Act - ANSWER-Effective 12/21/1922
How many board members? - ANSWER-7
Who appoints board members? - ANSWER-Governor
Who comprises the board? - ANSWER-2 public members. 5 chiros licensed for at
least 5 yrs.
consists of a chairman, secretary, vice chairman, and executive officer
How many votes to carry a motion? - ANSWER-four
How are board members paid? - ANSWER-per diem except executive officer who
receives a salary and compensated for travel costs.
How long does a board member serve? - ANSWER-4 years
Executive officer - ANSWER-keeps track of proceedings and funds.
Powers of the board - ANSWER-Adoption of a seal
Regulation of educational requirements, license renewal, public protection,
,Examination of applicants
Suspension and revocation of licenses
Oaths and affidavits
requirements for chiropractic teachers.
Any person wishing to practice Chiropractic in this state shall make application to
the board _______ days prior to any meeting. - ANSWER-45
Educational Requirements to apply for license - ANSWER-Application 45 days
before meeting
Proof of graduation from Chiropractic school 15 days prior to meeting
License fee not more than $100
Highschool transcript
60 prechiropractic college credits.
Board of Examiners Location - ANSWER-Sacramento
How many times per year does the board meet? - ANSWER-2
License is granted - ANSWER-75% general average on board exam.
Not lower than 60% in more than two subjects.
75% score on practical
License to Practice Chiropractic Allows - ANSWER-To practice "as taught" in
chiropractic school
No use of any medicine or drug in the Materia Medica
, blind persons - ANSWER-Blind people can't be denied admission to Chiropractic
school.
What are the potential consequences for violation of board regulations? -
ANSWER-suspension, revocation, or probation
Potential causes for disciplinary actions - ANSWER-Fraud in applying for a
license
Practicing under a false name
Impersonation of another practitioner
Guilty of a felony
Use of ilicit drugs or alcohol while practicing
Claiming treatment can regulate menses or treat venereal disease or sexual disease
Board may reissue license after ____ years following revocation. - ANSWER-2
When does your license expire? - ANSWER-License expires at 12 midnight on the
last day of your birth month. July for me
How much is the renewal fee? - ANSWER-250 which must be paid within 60 days
of the last day of birth month.
Can Chiropractors sign death certificates? - ANSWER-Yes and make death
reports.
Impersonation of DC or other Doctor - ANSWER-Punishable by 100-750 dollar
fine. Misdemeanor. County jail 6 months.