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Key Facts: NM Chiropractic Jurisprudence Exam
75%
Passing Score
NM Board minimum
61-4
Practice Act
NMSA Chapter 61
16.4
Admin Rules
NMAC
Open
Exam Format
Open-book
The NM Chiropractic Jurisprudence Exam covers the Chiropractic Physician Practice Act (NMSA 61-4), advanced practice certification, injectable substance authority, nutritional supplement dispensing, scope of practice boundaries, 16.4 NMAC CE requirements, patient record-keeping standards, and board disciplinary authority.
Sample NM Chiropractic Jurisprudence Practice Questions
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1Under NMSA 1978 Chapter 61, Article 4, which entity regulates the practice of chiropractic in New Mexico?
2What is the minimum passing score required for the New Mexico chiropractic jurisprudence examination?
3According to NMSA 61-4-9, which of the following is explicitly excluded from the scope of chiropractic practice in New Mexico?
4Under New Mexico law, chiropractic includes the science of locating and removing interference with what bodily function?
5Which of the following natural agents may a New Mexico chiropractor prescribe and administer under NMSA 61-4-9?
6Under NMSA 61-4-9.2, what additional authority does a certified advanced practice chiropractic physician have that a standard NM chiropractor does not?
7Which of the following substances may a certified advanced practice chiropractic physician in New Mexico prescribe and dispense?
8Under New Mexico law, what type of diagnostic procedures are excluded from chiropractic scope of practice?
9What does the term 'subluxation' refer to in the context of New Mexico chiropractic law?
10Under 16.4 NMAC, which entity provides the jurisprudence examination to applicants in New Mexico?
About the NM Chiropractic Jurisprudence Exam
The New Mexico Chiropractic Jurisprudence Exam tests knowledge of NMSA 1978 Chapter 61, Article 4 (Chiropractic Physician Practice Act) and 16.4 NMAC regulations. Required for chiropractic licensure in New Mexico.
Exam sponsor: NM Board of Chiropractic Examiners. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
50 questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
75%
Reported exam pass rate: Not publicly reported. Exam sponsor website
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Chiropractic Practice Act
NMSA 61-4 statutes, board authority, definitions, enforcement, and penalties
Scope of Practice
Permitted treatments, advanced practice authority, injectable substances, prohibited activities
Licensing & CE
Licensure requirements, renewal, continuing education under 16.4 NMAC, reciprocity
Ethics & Professional Conduct
Patient rights, informed consent, record-keeping, professional boundaries, advertising
Preparing for the NM Chiropractic Jurisprudence Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 75%
- Exam length: 50 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam / certification fees: Included in application fee Official sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NM chiropractic jurisprudence exam passing score?
The New Mexico chiropractic jurisprudence exam requires a minimum score of 75%. Applicants may retake the exam as many times as necessary to achieve a passing grade.
What laws are tested on the NM chiro juris exam?
The exam covers NMSA 1978 Chapter 61, Article 4 (Chiropractic Physician Practice Act) and 16.4 NMAC administrative rules governing chiropractic practice in New Mexico.
What is an advanced practice chiropractic physician in NM?
Under NMSA 61-4-9.2, a certified advanced practice chiropractic physician may prescribe, administer, and dispense certain substances including herbal medicines, homeopathic medicines, OTC drugs, bioidentical hormones, and administer drugs by injection.
What is excluded from NM chiropractic scope of practice?
New Mexico chiropractors may not perform operative surgery or prescribe/use controlled or dangerous drugs (except as authorized for advanced practice physicians). Invasive diagnostic procedures are also excluded.