Grounds for disciplinary action include which action by the licensee?

Grounds for disciplinary action include which action by the licensee?

• A. Failure to report to the board
• B. Reporting violations to the department
• C. Practicing within the scope of chiropractic medicine
• D. Maintaining patient records confidential

Answer: (A)

Not reporting to the board violates a licensee’s obligation to keep the regulatory body informed about information that could affect patient safety or the profession’s integrity. Licensees must report certain actions—like investigations, disciplinary actions, or regulatory actions by other authorities—so the board can assess ongoing fitness to practice. Failing to report is treated as unprofessional conduct and can lead to disciplinary measures. The other options reflect proper or required actions: reporting violations to the department is part of handling issues responsibly and helps safeguard the public; practicing within the stated scope is the expected standard for safe care; and maintaining patient records confidential is a fundamental duty to protect patient privacy. These actions are not grounds for disciplinary action when carried out correctly.

Not reporting to the board violates a licensee’s obligation to keep the regulatory body informed about information that could affect patient safety or the profession’s integrity. Licensees must report certain actions—like investigations, disciplinary actions, or regulatory actions by other authorities—so the board can assess ongoing fitness to practice. Failing to report is treated as unprofessional conduct and can lead to disciplinary measures.

The other options reflect proper or required actions: reporting violations to the department is part of handling issues responsibly and helps safeguard the public; practicing within the stated scope is the expected standard for safe care; and maintaining patient records confidential is a fundamental duty to protect patient privacy. These actions are not grounds for disciplinary action when carried out correctly.