Ophthalmic Laws and Regulations Questions and Answers Flashcards
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The FDA classifies contact lenses as which type of medical device?
Answer: Class II or Class III medical devices regulated under 21 CFR 886
Contact lenses are classified as Class II (daily wear soft) or Class III (extended wear) medical devices regulated by FDA under 21 CFR 886 (ophthalmic devices).
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) includes vision benefits in which category of essential health benefits for children?
Answer: Pediatric services, which must include vision care for children under age 19
The ACA mandates pediatric vision care as one of ten essential health benefits. This includes eye exams and corrective lenses for children under 19.
State licensing requirements for opticians typically require which of the following?
Answer: Completion of an approved apprenticeship or educational program, passing an ABO/NCLE examination, and obtaining a state license
Most states that license opticians require a combination of education/apprenticeship, ABO/NCLE examination passage, and a state license application with fees.
Under OSHA regulations, which standard protects workers in optical laboratory settings from chemical hazards?
Answer: Hazard Communication Standard (HCS, 29 CFR 1910.1200), which requires Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and labeling for hazardous chemicals
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom/29 CFR 1910.1200) requires employers to maintain Safety Data Sheets and train workers on chemical hazards present in optical labs (solvents, lens coatings, cleaning solutions).
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires optical dispensing locations to:
Answer: Provide reasonable accommodations and accessible facilities for patients with disabilities
The ADA requires businesses open to the public (places of public accommodation) to provide accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities.
Which federal agency regulates the labeling and marketing of prescription eyeglass frames in the United States?
Answer: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
The FTC regulates advertising and marketing practices for eyeglass frames and related products to ensure truthful advertising and fair business practices.