DCJ Final Examination Questions And Detailed
Solutions
Which of the following is true about unlicensed people using chiropractic
titles?
A) Unlicensed people can advertise as chiropractors if they are working with a
licensed chiropractor.
B) Unlicensed people can call themselves "Chiropractor" if they're still a
student.
C) Unlicensed people can use the title "Chiropractor" if they're in a board-
approved program.
D) Unlicensed people can call themselves "Chiropractor" if they state they're
not licensed. Right Ans - Unlicensed people can use the title "Chiropractor"
if they're in a board-approved program
A chiropractic license issued in the state of California does not authorize the
holder thereof:
a. To practice surgery
b. To penetrate tissue
c. To practice dentistry
d. All of the above Right Ans - All of the above
Which of the following is outside the scope of practice for chiropractors in
California?
a) Adjusting the spine and related joints
b) Prescribing medications
c) Using physical therapy modalities
d) Advising on nutrition and exercise Right Ans - Prescribing medications
A chiropractor in California must notify the Board of a change in address
within how many days?
a) 15 days
b) 30 days
c) 60 days
d) 90 days Right Ans - 30 days
California chiropractors must complete a minimum of.......hours of continuing
education (CE) annually to maintain an active license
,a) 12 hours
b) 24 hours
c) 36 hours
d) 48 hours Right Ans - 24 hours
Which of the following subjects is NOT a requirement for graduation?
A. Pathology
B. Calculus 101
C. Anatomy
D. Biochemistry Right Ans - Calculus 101
Which of the following procedures is NOT within the legal scope of practice
for chiropractors in California?
A) Spinal manipulation to treat musculoskeletal disorders.
B) Administration of prescription medications for pain management.
C) Performance of physical therapy treatments, such as exercise programs.
D) Use of diagnostic imaging techniques, such as X-rays, within the
chiropractic office. Right Ans - Administration for prescription medications
for pain management
For license renewals that will expire on or after the implementation date, the
number of required hours of continuing education courses shall be......
a. 23
b. 24
c. 25
d. 26 Right Ans - 24
When can a chiropractor advertise that he/she is doing physical therapy in
the office?
a. None of the above
b. Sometimes, only when the chiropractic assistant (who is not a physical
therapist) is doing the physical therapy
c. Always, as long as physical therapy modalities are utilized in office
d. Only if the chiropractor is also licensed as a physical therapist Right Ans
- Only if the chiropractor is also licensed as a physical therapist
Which of the following is a fundamental right outlined in the Patient Bill of
Right?
a. The right to unlimited free care
, b. The right to access another patient's medical information
c. The right to request unnecessary tests
d. The right to refuse treatment Right Ans - The right to refuse treatment
According to the California Board of the Chiropractic Examiners Rules and
Regulations, total number of hours of instruction at an approved chiropractic
school cannot exceed how many hours per week?
a. 25
b. 35
c. 40
d. 30
e. 20 Right Ans - 35
Which of the following actions is NOT permitted within the scope of practice
for a California Chiropractor?
A) Adjusting the spinal column and related joints
B) Using diagnostic ultrasound for musculoskeletal conditions
C) Performing obstetrics or delivering a human child
D) Recommending vitamins and dietary supplements for patient care Right
Ans - Performing obstetrics or delivering a human child
Which of the following is NOT within the scope of chiropractic practice in
California?
A. Manipulating and adjusting the spine
B. Diagnostic ultrasound equipment for neuromuscular skeletal diagnosis.
C. Use dry needling by penetrating tissues of the human body.
D. Recommend supplements as part of a treatment plan. Right Ans - Use
dry needling by penetrating tissues of the human body
What is a chiropractor in California not allowed to do?
A. Perform chiropractic adjustments
B. Use diagnostic X-rays
C. Perform surgery
D. Provide dietary advice Right Ans - Perform surgery
Which actions can lead to disciplinary actions for chiropractors in California?
A. Practicing without a valid license
B. Advertising misleading information
C. Administering treatment without informed consent
Solutions
Which of the following is true about unlicensed people using chiropractic
titles?
A) Unlicensed people can advertise as chiropractors if they are working with a
licensed chiropractor.
B) Unlicensed people can call themselves "Chiropractor" if they're still a
student.
C) Unlicensed people can use the title "Chiropractor" if they're in a board-
approved program.
D) Unlicensed people can call themselves "Chiropractor" if they state they're
not licensed. Right Ans - Unlicensed people can use the title "Chiropractor"
if they're in a board-approved program
A chiropractic license issued in the state of California does not authorize the
holder thereof:
a. To practice surgery
b. To penetrate tissue
c. To practice dentistry
d. All of the above Right Ans - All of the above
Which of the following is outside the scope of practice for chiropractors in
California?
a) Adjusting the spine and related joints
b) Prescribing medications
c) Using physical therapy modalities
d) Advising on nutrition and exercise Right Ans - Prescribing medications
A chiropractor in California must notify the Board of a change in address
within how many days?
a) 15 days
b) 30 days
c) 60 days
d) 90 days Right Ans - 30 days
California chiropractors must complete a minimum of.......hours of continuing
education (CE) annually to maintain an active license
,a) 12 hours
b) 24 hours
c) 36 hours
d) 48 hours Right Ans - 24 hours
Which of the following subjects is NOT a requirement for graduation?
A. Pathology
B. Calculus 101
C. Anatomy
D. Biochemistry Right Ans - Calculus 101
Which of the following procedures is NOT within the legal scope of practice
for chiropractors in California?
A) Spinal manipulation to treat musculoskeletal disorders.
B) Administration of prescription medications for pain management.
C) Performance of physical therapy treatments, such as exercise programs.
D) Use of diagnostic imaging techniques, such as X-rays, within the
chiropractic office. Right Ans - Administration for prescription medications
for pain management
For license renewals that will expire on or after the implementation date, the
number of required hours of continuing education courses shall be......
a. 23
b. 24
c. 25
d. 26 Right Ans - 24
When can a chiropractor advertise that he/she is doing physical therapy in
the office?
a. None of the above
b. Sometimes, only when the chiropractic assistant (who is not a physical
therapist) is doing the physical therapy
c. Always, as long as physical therapy modalities are utilized in office
d. Only if the chiropractor is also licensed as a physical therapist Right Ans
- Only if the chiropractor is also licensed as a physical therapist
Which of the following is a fundamental right outlined in the Patient Bill of
Right?
a. The right to unlimited free care
, b. The right to access another patient's medical information
c. The right to request unnecessary tests
d. The right to refuse treatment Right Ans - The right to refuse treatment
According to the California Board of the Chiropractic Examiners Rules and
Regulations, total number of hours of instruction at an approved chiropractic
school cannot exceed how many hours per week?
a. 25
b. 35
c. 40
d. 30
e. 20 Right Ans - 35
Which of the following actions is NOT permitted within the scope of practice
for a California Chiropractor?
A) Adjusting the spinal column and related joints
B) Using diagnostic ultrasound for musculoskeletal conditions
C) Performing obstetrics or delivering a human child
D) Recommending vitamins and dietary supplements for patient care Right
Ans - Performing obstetrics or delivering a human child
Which of the following is NOT within the scope of chiropractic practice in
California?
A. Manipulating and adjusting the spine
B. Diagnostic ultrasound equipment for neuromuscular skeletal diagnosis.
C. Use dry needling by penetrating tissues of the human body.
D. Recommend supplements as part of a treatment plan. Right Ans - Use
dry needling by penetrating tissues of the human body
What is a chiropractor in California not allowed to do?
A. Perform chiropractic adjustments
B. Use diagnostic X-rays
C. Perform surgery
D. Provide dietary advice Right Ans - Perform surgery
Which actions can lead to disciplinary actions for chiropractors in California?
A. Practicing without a valid license
B. Advertising misleading information
C. Administering treatment without informed consent
