And Verified Answers
\Q\.A OD cannot perform corneal scraping - ANSWERS✔-False, they can
\Q\.An OD can perform venipuncture - ANSWERS✔-True
\Q\.Expression of sebbaceous cysts in permitted - ANSWERS✔-True
\Q\.Suture removal is permitted - ANSWERS✔-True - only if consulting with physician
\Q\.CT and MRI can be ordered by an OD independently - ANSWERS✔-False - must consult with
physician
\Q\.Sodium fluorescein may be administered to a patient - ANSWERS✔-True -Only oral
fluorescein for DR
\Q\.Foreign body removal restrictions - ANSWERS✔-1. no needle
2. no scalpel
3. non perforating
4. no deeper than mid stroma
\Q\.Diathermy, cryotherapy are permitted for punctal occlusion - ANSWERS✔-False, these are
considered surgery
, \Q\.Corneal scraping is prohibited - ANSWERS✔-False
\Q\.10YO with swollen tender lacrimal gland - ANSWERS✔-OD must refer, not allowed to treat if
<12YO
\Q\.Constant unilateral tearing in 7YO - ANSWERS✔-OD must refer, only allowed D&I if >12YO.
Probing prohibited
\Q\.TearLab osmolarity is permitted in OD's office - ANSWERS✔-True - CLIA waived tests are
permitted
\Q\.OD office may charge to dispense TPA - ANSWERS✔-False
\Q\.Laser procedures are permitted - ANSWERS✔-False - laser surgeries that modify tissue are
considered surgery. May use diagnostic 'laser' such as ultrasound.
\Q\.Types of glaucoma OD may treat - ANSWERS✔-POAG, PXG, PDG
\Q\.Convicted of a crime related to qualifications to become an OD - ANSWERS✔-unprofessional
conduct, grounds for license denial
\Q\.Board may publicly reprove licentiate for suspension/revocation of license - ANSWERS✔-
True
\Q\.Shatterproof lenses and nonflammable frames must be specified when dispensing frames
to these individuals - ANSWERS✔-one eyed person