TEXAS OPTOMETRY JURISPRUDENCE EXAM
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1. Which of the following is the primary purpose of the Texas Optometry Act?
A. To regulate the use of contact lenses for cosmetic purposes
B. To set standards for prescribing medications outside the scope of
optometry
C. To protect public health by regulating optometric practice
D. To provide mandatory continuing education for all healthcare providers
The Texas Optometry Act establishes legal standards and scope of practice
to ensure safe and effective eye care for the public.
2. A licensed optometrist discovers a patient has a retinal detachment requiring
urgent ophthalmologic intervention. What is the appropriate action?
A. Schedule a routine follow-up in 2 weeks
B. Begin ocular exercises and monitor the patient
C. Immediately refer the patient to an ophthalmologist
D. Attempt surgical repair within the optometry office
Optometrists are required to recognize conditions beyond their scope and
promptly refer to specialists to prevent vision loss.
3. In Texas, what is the maximum duration for which an optometrist may
prescribe therapeutic pharmaceutical agents without reassessment?
A. 7 days
B. 14 days
C. 30 days
, D. 90 days
Texas law allows an optometrist to prescribe therapeutic drugs for up to 90
days, after which reassessment is required.
4. Which of the following professional actions is considered a violation of
Texas optometric law?
A. Documenting patient encounters accurately
B. Billing for services not rendered
C. Referring patients when outside scope
D. Maintaining infection control standards
Billing for unrendered services constitutes fraud and is a direct violation of
professional and legal standards.
5. A 45-year-old patient presents for a routine eye exam. During the exam, the
optometrist identifies signs suggestive of glaucoma. Which of the following
is required?
A. Prescribe topical corticosteroids immediately
B. Initiate appropriate diagnostic testing and management within scope
C. Ignore the findings until the next visit
D. Refer the patient only if vision loss is already evident
Early detection and management of glaucoma are within the optometrist’s
scope, with referral as needed.
6. According to Texas law, which of the following practitioners may legally
prescribe oral medications for ocular conditions?
A. Optician
B. Licensed optometrist with therapeutic certification
C. Ophthalmic technician
D. Optometric assistant
, Only optometrists with proper licensure and therapeutic pharmaceutical
certification can prescribe oral medications.
7. Which of the following must be included in the patient record under Texas
optometry regulations?
A. Only the final prescription
B. Only abnormal findings
C. Complete documentation of history, findings, diagnosis, and plan
D. Only patient consent forms
Full documentation is legally required to ensure continuity of care and
compliance with professional standards.
8. A patient requests an emergency eyeglass prescription outside regular office
hours. What is the legally appropriate response?
A. Provide a prescription without examination
B. Examine the patient or provide a referral to a licensed optometrist or
urgent care
C. Recommend an over-the-counter lens kit
D. Provide a prescription from previous visit without evaluation
Texas law requires a valid patient evaluation prior to issuing prescriptions
unless a valid prior prescription exists within legal timeframes.
9. In Texas, which of the following actions constitutes unprofessional conduct
for an optometrist?
A. Using updated diagnostic equipment
B. Performing contact lens fitting within scope
C. Engaging in false or misleading advertising
D. Maintaining sterile instruments
Misrepresentation in advertising is explicitly prohibited under the Texas
Optometry Act.
, 10.A pediatric patient presents with strabismus. The optometrist plans to initiate
orthoptic exercises. Which statement reflects legal and professional
compliance?
A. Exercises should not be attempted until surgical consultation
B. Prescribe systemic medications for muscle correction
C. Initiate orthoptic therapy within scope and monitor progress
D. Disregard follow-up unless symptoms worsen
Vision therapy and orthoptic exercises are within the optometrist’s scope for
pediatric patients, with monitoring and referral as indicated.
11.Which governing body issues licenses to practice optometry in Texas?
A. Texas Medical Board
B. Texas Optometry Board
C. Texas Department of Health
D. American Optometric Association
The Texas Optometry Board regulates licensure, standards, and
enforcement.
12.Which of the following statements about continuing education for Texas
optometrists is correct?
A. CE is optional for maintaining licensure
B. CE credits are only for academic purposes
C. License renewal requires completion of board-approved CE hours
D. CE is only necessary for newly licensed optometrists
Texas law mandates periodic continuing education for license renewal to
ensure ongoing competence.
13.A patient requests a second opinion from another optometrist. What is the
professional response?
A. Refuse and insist on continuing care
ACTUAL PREP QUESTIONS AND WELL
REVISED ANSWERS - LATEST AND COMPLETE
UPDATE WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS –
ASSURES PASS
1. Which of the following is the primary purpose of the Texas Optometry Act?
A. To regulate the use of contact lenses for cosmetic purposes
B. To set standards for prescribing medications outside the scope of
optometry
C. To protect public health by regulating optometric practice
D. To provide mandatory continuing education for all healthcare providers
The Texas Optometry Act establishes legal standards and scope of practice
to ensure safe and effective eye care for the public.
2. A licensed optometrist discovers a patient has a retinal detachment requiring
urgent ophthalmologic intervention. What is the appropriate action?
A. Schedule a routine follow-up in 2 weeks
B. Begin ocular exercises and monitor the patient
C. Immediately refer the patient to an ophthalmologist
D. Attempt surgical repair within the optometry office
Optometrists are required to recognize conditions beyond their scope and
promptly refer to specialists to prevent vision loss.
3. In Texas, what is the maximum duration for which an optometrist may
prescribe therapeutic pharmaceutical agents without reassessment?
A. 7 days
B. 14 days
C. 30 days
, D. 90 days
Texas law allows an optometrist to prescribe therapeutic drugs for up to 90
days, after which reassessment is required.
4. Which of the following professional actions is considered a violation of
Texas optometric law?
A. Documenting patient encounters accurately
B. Billing for services not rendered
C. Referring patients when outside scope
D. Maintaining infection control standards
Billing for unrendered services constitutes fraud and is a direct violation of
professional and legal standards.
5. A 45-year-old patient presents for a routine eye exam. During the exam, the
optometrist identifies signs suggestive of glaucoma. Which of the following
is required?
A. Prescribe topical corticosteroids immediately
B. Initiate appropriate diagnostic testing and management within scope
C. Ignore the findings until the next visit
D. Refer the patient only if vision loss is already evident
Early detection and management of glaucoma are within the optometrist’s
scope, with referral as needed.
6. According to Texas law, which of the following practitioners may legally
prescribe oral medications for ocular conditions?
A. Optician
B. Licensed optometrist with therapeutic certification
C. Ophthalmic technician
D. Optometric assistant
, Only optometrists with proper licensure and therapeutic pharmaceutical
certification can prescribe oral medications.
7. Which of the following must be included in the patient record under Texas
optometry regulations?
A. Only the final prescription
B. Only abnormal findings
C. Complete documentation of history, findings, diagnosis, and plan
D. Only patient consent forms
Full documentation is legally required to ensure continuity of care and
compliance with professional standards.
8. A patient requests an emergency eyeglass prescription outside regular office
hours. What is the legally appropriate response?
A. Provide a prescription without examination
B. Examine the patient or provide a referral to a licensed optometrist or
urgent care
C. Recommend an over-the-counter lens kit
D. Provide a prescription from previous visit without evaluation
Texas law requires a valid patient evaluation prior to issuing prescriptions
unless a valid prior prescription exists within legal timeframes.
9. In Texas, which of the following actions constitutes unprofessional conduct
for an optometrist?
A. Using updated diagnostic equipment
B. Performing contact lens fitting within scope
C. Engaging in false or misleading advertising
D. Maintaining sterile instruments
Misrepresentation in advertising is explicitly prohibited under the Texas
Optometry Act.
, 10.A pediatric patient presents with strabismus. The optometrist plans to initiate
orthoptic exercises. Which statement reflects legal and professional
compliance?
A. Exercises should not be attempted until surgical consultation
B. Prescribe systemic medications for muscle correction
C. Initiate orthoptic therapy within scope and monitor progress
D. Disregard follow-up unless symptoms worsen
Vision therapy and orthoptic exercises are within the optometrist’s scope for
pediatric patients, with monitoring and referral as indicated.
11.Which governing body issues licenses to practice optometry in Texas?
A. Texas Medical Board
B. Texas Optometry Board
C. Texas Department of Health
D. American Optometric Association
The Texas Optometry Board regulates licensure, standards, and
enforcement.
12.Which of the following statements about continuing education for Texas
optometrists is correct?
A. CE is optional for maintaining licensure
B. CE credits are only for academic purposes
C. License renewal requires completion of board-approved CE hours
D. CE is only necessary for newly licensed optometrists
Texas law mandates periodic continuing education for license renewal to
ensure ongoing competence.
13.A patient requests a second opinion from another optometrist. What is the
professional response?
A. Refuse and insist on continuing care
