FLORIDA LAWS & RULES — CHIROPRACTIC BOARD EXAM 2026/2027 |
40 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS | ALREADY GRADED A+ | 100%
VERIFIED
Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine — Laws & Rules Examination | Core Domains: Florida Statutes
& Administrative Code, Scope of Chiropractic Practice, Licensure Requirements, Professional Conduct &
Discipline, Patient Records & Confidentiality, Advertising Regulations, Continuing Education,
Delegation & Supervision, Risk Management, and Legal/Ethical Compliance | Board-Aligned Structure
| Exam-Ready Format
Exam Structure
The Florida Chiropractic Laws & Rules examination commonly consists of:
● 40 multiple-choice questions
● Single-best-answer format
● Statute-based and application-focused items
Introduction
This Florida Laws & Rules Chiropractic Board Exam format for the 2026/2027 cycle reflects the standard
written examination administered for licensure compliance. It emphasizes legal accountability, ethical
chiropractic practice, regulatory adherence, patient protection, and professional standards mandated by
Florida law and the Board of Chiropractic Medicine.
Answer Format
All correct answers must be presented in bold and green, followed by concise rationales explaining legal
reasoning, regulatory intent, professional responsibility, and why alternative responses are less
appropriate.
Exam Questions (1–40)
1. Under Florida Statute §460.011, the legal definition of "chiropractic" includes which of the following?
A. Prescribing controlled substances for pain management
B. Performing surgical procedures on the spine
C. Locating and correcting vertebral subluxation complexes by manual or mechanical
means
D. Ordering and interpreting MRI scans independently
,Rationale: Florida Statute §460.011 defines chiropractic as the "science of locating and removing
vertebral subluxation complexes by manual or mechanical means." Chiropractors in Florida cannot
prescribe controlled substances (A), perform surgery (B), or independently order advanced imaging like
MRI (D)—these fall outside the statutory scope.
2. How many hours of continuing education (CE) are Florida chiropractors required to complete
biennially for license renewal?
A. 12 hours
B. 20 hours
C. 24 hours
D. 30 hours
Rationale: Per Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.) Rule 64B2-11.002, chiropractors must complete
24 hours of CE every two years. This includes 2 hours in ethics and 2 hours in Florida laws and rules.
Options A, B, and D do not reflect current requirements.
3. A chiropractor may legally delegate which task to an unlicensed staff member?
A. Performing spinal adjustments
B. Interpreting X-rays
C. Assisting with patient positioning for X-ray
D. Diagnosing musculoskeletal conditions
Rationale: Only licensed chiropractors may adjust, diagnose, or interpret radiographs. Unlicensed
staff may assist with positioning, scheduling, or administrative tasks under direct supervision.
Adjusting (A), diagnosing (D), and interpreting X-rays (B) are prohibited for unlicensed personnel per
F.S. §460.014.
, 4. According to Florida law, how long must a chiropractor retain patient records after the last date of
service?
A. 2 years
B. 4 years
C. 5 years
D. Indefinitely
Rationale: F.A.C. Rule 64B2-17.003 requires chiropractors to maintain patient records for a minimum
of 5 years from the last date of service. Records for minors must be kept for 5 years after they reach age
18. This ensures compliance with legal and malpractice standards.
5. Which advertising statement violates Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine rules?
A. "Licensed by the Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine"
B. "Offering free spinal screenings"
C. "We can cure sciatica in one visit"
D. "Serving patients in Miami since 2015"
Rationale: F.A.C. Rule 64B2-14.005 prohibits guarantees of cure or claims that are false, misleading,
or unsubstantiated. "Cure sciatica in one visit" is a prohibited guarantee. Factual statements (A, D) and
free screenings (B, if not misleading) are permitted.
6. A chiropractor’s license is automatically suspended if they fail to complete which requirement?
A. Attend a local chiropractic association meeting
B. Publish patient testimonials online
40 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS | ALREADY GRADED A+ | 100%
VERIFIED
Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine — Laws & Rules Examination | Core Domains: Florida Statutes
& Administrative Code, Scope of Chiropractic Practice, Licensure Requirements, Professional Conduct &
Discipline, Patient Records & Confidentiality, Advertising Regulations, Continuing Education,
Delegation & Supervision, Risk Management, and Legal/Ethical Compliance | Board-Aligned Structure
| Exam-Ready Format
Exam Structure
The Florida Chiropractic Laws & Rules examination commonly consists of:
● 40 multiple-choice questions
● Single-best-answer format
● Statute-based and application-focused items
Introduction
This Florida Laws & Rules Chiropractic Board Exam format for the 2026/2027 cycle reflects the standard
written examination administered for licensure compliance. It emphasizes legal accountability, ethical
chiropractic practice, regulatory adherence, patient protection, and professional standards mandated by
Florida law and the Board of Chiropractic Medicine.
Answer Format
All correct answers must be presented in bold and green, followed by concise rationales explaining legal
reasoning, regulatory intent, professional responsibility, and why alternative responses are less
appropriate.
Exam Questions (1–40)
1. Under Florida Statute §460.011, the legal definition of "chiropractic" includes which of the following?
A. Prescribing controlled substances for pain management
B. Performing surgical procedures on the spine
C. Locating and correcting vertebral subluxation complexes by manual or mechanical
means
D. Ordering and interpreting MRI scans independently
,Rationale: Florida Statute §460.011 defines chiropractic as the "science of locating and removing
vertebral subluxation complexes by manual or mechanical means." Chiropractors in Florida cannot
prescribe controlled substances (A), perform surgery (B), or independently order advanced imaging like
MRI (D)—these fall outside the statutory scope.
2. How many hours of continuing education (CE) are Florida chiropractors required to complete
biennially for license renewal?
A. 12 hours
B. 20 hours
C. 24 hours
D. 30 hours
Rationale: Per Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.) Rule 64B2-11.002, chiropractors must complete
24 hours of CE every two years. This includes 2 hours in ethics and 2 hours in Florida laws and rules.
Options A, B, and D do not reflect current requirements.
3. A chiropractor may legally delegate which task to an unlicensed staff member?
A. Performing spinal adjustments
B. Interpreting X-rays
C. Assisting with patient positioning for X-ray
D. Diagnosing musculoskeletal conditions
Rationale: Only licensed chiropractors may adjust, diagnose, or interpret radiographs. Unlicensed
staff may assist with positioning, scheduling, or administrative tasks under direct supervision.
Adjusting (A), diagnosing (D), and interpreting X-rays (B) are prohibited for unlicensed personnel per
F.S. §460.014.
, 4. According to Florida law, how long must a chiropractor retain patient records after the last date of
service?
A. 2 years
B. 4 years
C. 5 years
D. Indefinitely
Rationale: F.A.C. Rule 64B2-17.003 requires chiropractors to maintain patient records for a minimum
of 5 years from the last date of service. Records for minors must be kept for 5 years after they reach age
18. This ensures compliance with legal and malpractice standards.
5. Which advertising statement violates Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine rules?
A. "Licensed by the Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine"
B. "Offering free spinal screenings"
C. "We can cure sciatica in one visit"
D. "Serving patients in Miami since 2015"
Rationale: F.A.C. Rule 64B2-14.005 prohibits guarantees of cure or claims that are false, misleading,
or unsubstantiated. "Cure sciatica in one visit" is a prohibited guarantee. Factual statements (A, D) and
free screenings (B, if not misleading) are permitted.
6. A chiropractor’s license is automatically suspended if they fail to complete which requirement?
A. Attend a local chiropractic association meeting
B. Publish patient testimonials online
