What can the State Board do in the event of an immediate danger to public health?

The State Board's ability to take immediate protective action in the event of a danger to public health is best captured by the authority to temporarily suspend a license. This option allows the Board to intervene swiftly to prevent an individual from practicing when their actions pose a significant risk to clients or the public at large. Temporary suspension is a critical measure that enables the Board to assess the situation further and determine whether more permanent actions are warranted.

In situations where a licensed psychologist is deemed to present an immediate threat, the priority is to ensure public safety. A temporary suspension effectively removes the individual from practice until an investigation can be conducted. This is a crucial regulatory action that aligns with the Board's mandate to protect public health and safety.

In contrast, the other choices involve actions that do not directly address immediate threats. Expelling a psychologist from a professional organization may have professional implications but does not provide immediate public safety. Restricting the title of "psychological associate," while potentially relevant as a regulatory measure, also does not have the same immediate effect as a license suspension. Thus, the choice that specifically addresses immediate danger effectively and authoritatively is the temporary suspension of a license.