MINNESOTA DENTAL JURISPRUDENCE
EXAM 2 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2025
1. What is the minimum continuing education (CE) hours required every biennial
cycle for a licensed dentist in Minnesota?
A. 15 hours
B. 25 hours
C. 50 hours
D. 75 hours
_Dentists in Minnesota must complete at least 50 hours of continuing education
every two years to maintain licensure. This includes courses related to clinical
dentistry, practice management, and infection control, ensuring that licensees
stay current in their practice._
2. Which of the following professionals must complete the Minnesota
Jurisprudence Exam before receiving licensure?
,A. Only dentists
B. Only dental hygienists
C. All dental professionals applying for initial licensure
D. Only foreign-trained dentists
_All individuals seeking initial licensure in Minnesota as a dentist, dental
hygienist, or licensed dental assistant must successfully pass the Minnesota
Jurisprudence Exam, which assesses knowledge of state laws and rules
governing dental practice._
3. Which document outlines the ethical principles and professional standards
expected of licensed dental professionals in Minnesota?
A. HIPAA Privacy Rule
B. Minnesota Dental Practice Act
C. OSHA Guidelines
D. ADA Code of Ethics
_The Minnesota Dental Practice Act outlines the legal and ethical requirements
for dental professionals in the state, including scope of practice, disciplinary
actions, and professional conduct expectations._
4. When must a licensed dentist report a change of address to the Minnesota
Board of Dentistry?
A. Within 90 days
B. Annually with renewal
C. Within 30 days of the change
, D. Only if practicing in a new facility
_Licensed professionals are required to report any change of mailing or practice
address to the Board within 30 days. This ensures that the Board maintains
accurate contact information for regulatory and legal correspondence._
5. How many consecutive terms may a licensee serve on the Minnesota Board of
Dentistry?
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Unlimited
_A dental professional may serve two consecutive four-year terms on the Board.
This limitation ensures rotation in leadership and fresh perspectives in decision-
making._
6. Which of the following tasks is a licensed dental assistant prohibited from
performing in Minnesota?
A. Taking impressions
B. Diagnosing a dental condition
C. Applying topical fluoride
D. Placing sealants
_Only licensed dentists are authorized to diagnose dental conditions. Delegating
this responsibility to assistants or hygienists would be considered practicing
outside of the legal scope._
EXAM 2 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2025
1. What is the minimum continuing education (CE) hours required every biennial
cycle for a licensed dentist in Minnesota?
A. 15 hours
B. 25 hours
C. 50 hours
D. 75 hours
_Dentists in Minnesota must complete at least 50 hours of continuing education
every two years to maintain licensure. This includes courses related to clinical
dentistry, practice management, and infection control, ensuring that licensees
stay current in their practice._
2. Which of the following professionals must complete the Minnesota
Jurisprudence Exam before receiving licensure?
,A. Only dentists
B. Only dental hygienists
C. All dental professionals applying for initial licensure
D. Only foreign-trained dentists
_All individuals seeking initial licensure in Minnesota as a dentist, dental
hygienist, or licensed dental assistant must successfully pass the Minnesota
Jurisprudence Exam, which assesses knowledge of state laws and rules
governing dental practice._
3. Which document outlines the ethical principles and professional standards
expected of licensed dental professionals in Minnesota?
A. HIPAA Privacy Rule
B. Minnesota Dental Practice Act
C. OSHA Guidelines
D. ADA Code of Ethics
_The Minnesota Dental Practice Act outlines the legal and ethical requirements
for dental professionals in the state, including scope of practice, disciplinary
actions, and professional conduct expectations._
4. When must a licensed dentist report a change of address to the Minnesota
Board of Dentistry?
A. Within 90 days
B. Annually with renewal
C. Within 30 days of the change
, D. Only if practicing in a new facility
_Licensed professionals are required to report any change of mailing or practice
address to the Board within 30 days. This ensures that the Board maintains
accurate contact information for regulatory and legal correspondence._
5. How many consecutive terms may a licensee serve on the Minnesota Board of
Dentistry?
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Unlimited
_A dental professional may serve two consecutive four-year terms on the Board.
This limitation ensures rotation in leadership and fresh perspectives in decision-
making._
6. Which of the following tasks is a licensed dental assistant prohibited from
performing in Minnesota?
A. Taking impressions
B. Diagnosing a dental condition
C. Applying topical fluoride
D. Placing sealants
_Only licensed dentists are authorized to diagnose dental conditions. Delegating
this responsibility to assistants or hygienists would be considered practicing
outside of the legal scope._
