Which statement best describes the Board's authority over malpractice allegations?

• A. It provides legal defense to licensees.
• B. It can grant civil remedies to patients.
• C. It may review allegations as unprofessional conduct and has disciplinary authority.
• D. It can overrule court rulings in malpractice cases.

Answer: (C)

The main idea is that licensing boards regulate professional conduct and have disciplinary power, not civil remedies. When malpractice is alleged, the board reviews the matter to see if it qualifies as unprofessional conduct and, if so, can discipline the licensee with actions such as probation, fines, suspension, or revocation. They don’t provide a legal defense for the practitioner, nor do they award damages to patients—those are resolved in civil courts. They also cannot overrule court rulings in malpractice cases. So the board’s role is to assess allegations as unprofessional conduct and apply appropriate disciplinary measures to protect the public.