Florida Chiropractic Laws and Rules (FCLR) Practice Exam

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What is the requirement for the supervising physician’s availability concerning the chiropractic assistant?

  1. Must be available within 15 minutes

  2. Must be available within 30 minutes

  3. Must be available within 1 hour

  4. Must be available within 2 hours

The correct answer is: Must be available within 30 minutes

The requirement for a supervising physician’s availability concerning the chiropractic assistant is that the physician must be available within 30 minutes. This standard is in place to ensure that the chiropractic assistant can obtain immediate support or guidance in case of an emergency or when a patient needs additional assistance that requires a physician's expertise. The 30-minute timeframe allows for a balance between efficient patient care and the necessary oversight by the supervising physician, reinforcing the protocol for safety and quality in chiropractic practice. In this context, other timeframes listed would not align with the regulatory standards, as they might either be too short and impractical, or too long, thereby compromising patient safety and care. Such regulations are essential to maintain high standards in healthcare settings, particularly when non-physicians are involved in patient interactions.