Prepare for the California Physical Therapy Law exam with these practice questions and answers. This guide covers California Business and Professions Code, PT Board regulations, and licensing requirements.
Q: PART ONE
Answer: BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE
Q: Article 1: AdministrationMembers of the Board
Answer: 1) 1 PT involved in PT education,2) 3 PTs with 5 years experience,3) 3 public members who aren’t licentiates of the board or any other medical board (CA citizen, not school faculty)
Q: Priority of the Board
Answer: Protection of the publicLicensing, regulating and disciplinary rolesThe mission of the Physical Therapy Board of California is to promote and protect the interests of the people of California by the effective and consistent administration and enforcement of the Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Q: Terms of Serving on the Board
Answer: 1) Appointed 4 years, exp. on June 12) 1 public and 4 PT members appt’d by governor3) Senate Rules Committee and speaker of assembly each appoint 1 public4) Members of the Board elect a president5) Board may elect an executive officer to exercise the duties required6) Board may appoint an commissioner on examination -who is suitable qualified but not a member of the Board but will be subject to the rules and regs and same fees3) Cannot serve more than 2 consecutive terms
Q: Qualifications of Public Members
Answer: – Be a citizen of CA.- Shall not be an officer or faculty member of any college in PT education.- Shall not be a licentiate of the Medical Board of CA
Q: Meetings
Answer: 1 regular meeting annually in Sacramento, LA or SF or from time to time till business is complete
Q: Duties of the Members of the Board
Answer: 1) May inspect PT facilities2) May review patient charts3) Can suspend and revoke licenses (notice must be given)
Q: How is this Chapter cited?
Answer: This chapter may be cited as the Physical Therapy Practice Act
Q: Public Employees
Answer: PT consultants under contract for the board are considered a public employee; or clerical or other employees necessary to carry out powers and duties of Board
Q: Article 2General ProvisionsDefinition of Physical Therapy
Answer: “art and science of physical or corrective rehab of any bodily or mental condition of any person by use of physical, chemical or other properties of heat, light, water, electricity…active, passive and resistive exercise and shall include PT evals, treatment planning, instruction and consultative services”
Q: ARTICLE 2 General Provisions
Answer: – NOT ALLOWED:- use of roentgen rays/radioactive materials for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes- electricity for surgical purposes is authorized- diagnosis of disease not under Physical Therapy- can apply topical meds if comply with regs and administration act (conferred with Medical Board of California as to which ones and protocols; but NOT prescribe them
Q: Neuromuscular evaluation
Answer: 1) Can perform tissue penetration for evaluation neuro performance2) Must have authorization from MD/surgeon3) PT must be certified by the board4) PT CANNOT develop or make diagnostic or prognostic interpretations of data obtained (violation of the Medical Practice Act)
Q: Minimal Time that Patient Records must be kept for
Answer: 7 years.1) Patient records shall be kept for a period of no less than 7 years following the discharge of the patient2) Records of unemancipated minors shall be kept at least 1 year after the minor has reached 18 years of age.No less than 7 years in any case
Q: Documentation
Answer: – evaluation, goals, treatment plan, summary of treatment- any actual intervention given- sign legibly
Q: PTs cannot do what
Answer: 1) PTs cannot diagnose disease2) PTs cannot provide prognostic interpretation of data3) PTs cannot prescribe medicines4) Perform medicine, surgery or any other healing art
Q: PT AideDuties & Regulations
Answer: PT may use 1 aide to assist in PT1) Patient related – services directly to the patient, excluding non patient related tasks2) Non patient related tasks :Observation of patient, transport, physical support only during gait training/transfers, housekeeping duties, clerical duties, and similar functions- Under direct, continuous and immediate PT supervision at all time. Direction and order from PT- no authority for aide to independently perform PT or a PT procedure- must be same facility and in proximity to PT aide when performing patient related tasks.- when patient related tasks are performed at some point in that day, PT must provide direct services to the pt for their condition, or to further evaluate and monitor patient progress and document in patient’s record
Q: Who is allowed to use “P.T.”and “D.P.T.”
Answer: 1) Only a licensed PT can use the letters “P.T.”2) A licensed PT who has received a doctoral degree in PT may use “D.P.T.”use unabbreviated qualification in speaking and writing after using Dr. but must specify it is in PT3) Can use DPT, PhD or EdD as appropriate with approved doctoral degrees4) WASC approval for doctoral degree for accreditation
Q: PT Applicant Qualifications
Answer: 1) Over 18 years old.2) Successful education and training.3) Not addicted to drugs/alcohol.4) No crimes (constituting denial of license).
Q: Examinations required before licensing
Answer: 1) Laws & regulations to the practice of PT.2) National Physical Therapy Examination
Q: Requirements for Reciprocity Applicant
Answer: Requirements for being issued a license without a written examination1) Licensed in another state, district or territory2) Graduated PT Edu program deemed equal/higher than CA, passed NPTE or equivalent (and or met the requirements for foreign applicants if applicable)3) Files an app and meets requirements4) Application based on a license certificate from another state – May need oral exam and present file of past work to board5) May perform as a PTLA while waiting for license (from receipt of application till license – only for 1 st time applicants)
Q: Conditions of Graduate Practice as a PTLA
Answer: – Letter of authorization after completing approved course and applied to board for 1st time – will be able to be PTLAPTLA in effect until regular, renewable license is issued or licensure denied by board.- Upon failure or license denied by Board, licensee can no longer practice as a PTLA – only allowed to practice as PTLA once- PTLA is under direct and immediate supervision of PT- not considered a graduate till passed all training and clinical internships required for graduation- if fail to take next succeeding exam, fails to pass or obtain a license – all priviledges of PTLA are lost- if Computerized test – 90 days to do exam plus all above requirements and procedure.
Q: Article 3Education
Answer: – Shall be a graduate of a professional degree program of an accredited postsecondary institution or institutions approved by the board, and shall have completed a professional education including academic coursework and clinical internship (at least 18 weeks full time) in physical therapy.
Q: What is a PT student’s title during Clinical Internship
Answer: During internships, person shall be identified as “physical therapy student” or “physical therapy intern”- as long as student matriculated in approved, accredited course from performing PT as part of their studies
Q: Requirements for applying for license if foreign trained or not in an approved US program
Answer: 1) If from a foreign school,a) submit docs to prove equivalence, pass written exam (except if NPTE completed to satisfaction in another state),complete 9 months clinical service (direct, supervision, evaluated) Can be waived.b) During those 9 months, can work as PTLAc) Same req’s apply to American student from non-accredited schoold) If certificate under another state may oral and file of past worke) If no educational equivalent- may be eligible PTA
Q: Article 4.5 PT AssistantSupervision of PTA
Answer: 1) 1 PT: 2PTAs2) Board may permit more if adequate supervision available if public health and safety served3) # of PTAs never exceeds 2X # of PTs4) Onsite & adequate supervision
Q: PTA – Qualifications
Answer: 1) Successfully pass examination2) Completed appropriate education and training3) Not addicted to drugs/alcohol.4) No crimes (constituting denial of license).
Q: Requirements for being issued a PTA license without a written examination
Answer: 1) Licensed in another state deemed equal/higher than CA2) Graduated PTA Edu program (CAPTE/APTA)3) Files an app and meets requirements4) First time applicant – qualify as PTAA
Q: Violation of False Identity
Answer: e.g using PTA when not licensed-VIOLATION OF FALSE IDENTITY IS A MISDEMEANOR- punishable by a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000) or imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding six months, or by both.
Q: Article 5 :Suspension, Revocation and Reinstatement of License)Cause for Suspension of License
Answer: Suspend for not more than 12 months, revoke, or impose probationary conditions upon any license, certificate, for unprofessional conduct-Wrongful ads, fraud in obtaining a license, impersonating a PT-conviction of violating this Act or Medical Practice Act or helping others to do so – or others to practice unlawful PT- procuring or aiding or offering to aid and procure in criminal abortion.-conviction of a crime that may effect role as a therapist (including fraudulent, dishonest, corrupt acts)- Gross negligence, verbal/sexual harassment/abuse-Habitual intemperance (alcoholism); addiction to drugs-Not following infection control guidelines
Q: Sexual activity
Answer: A patient, client, or customer of a licentiate is conclusively presumed to be incapable of giving free, full, and informed consent to any sexual activity which is a violation of Section 726.
Q: Requirements for issuance of a probationary license to applicants
Answer: Board may refuse a license to any applicant guilty of unprofessional conduct or sexual activity referred to in Section 2660. A probationary license may be issued to any applicant for a license who is guilty of unprofessional conduct but has met all other requirements pending:1) Medical or Psychiatric evaluation2) Continuing medical or psychiatric treatment3) Restriction of the type or circumstances of practice4) Continuing Rehab program5) Abstentation from alcohol or drugs6) Random fluid testing7) Compliance with laws and regs governing PT
Q: Time of Notification for Issuance of Public Letter of Reprimand
Answer: 30 days.1) The board shall notify licensee to issue letter 30 days in advance.2) Licensee should agree to letter 15 days in advance3) If licensee does not agree to the letter the Board may proceed to formal accusation
Q: Purpose and Disclosure of Public Letter of Reprimand
Answer: 1) Used for only minor violations in place of filing prosecution or accusation2) Disclosed to an inquiring member of the public3) Posted on board’s website and disclosed to an enquiring member of the public
Q: Penal code
Answer: Board can deny a physical therapist license if required to register pursuant to Section 290 of the Penal Code. – – not apply to applicants required to register as a sex offender pursuant to Section 290 of the Penal Code solely because of a misdemeanor conviction under Section 314 of the Penal Code.
Q: Conviction of crime
Answer: A plea or verdict of guilty or a conviction following a plea of nolo contendere made to a charge for a felony or of any offense which substantially relates to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a physical therapist is deemed to be a CONVICTION.The board may order the license suspended or revoked, or may decline to issue a license, when the time for appeal has elapsed, or the judgment of conviction has been affirmed on appeal or when an order granting probation is made suspending the imposition of sentence, (irrespective of a subsequent order allowing that person to withdraw his or her plea of guilty and to enter a plea of not guilty, or setting aside the verdict of guilty, or dismissing the accusation, information, or indictment).
Q: Recovery of Investigation & Prosecution costs
Answer: 1) Licensee found guilty must pay the board the actual costs of litigation & prosecution of the case. May use an administrative law judge to set and board cannot increase.2)Failure to pay – go to court and no license2) For a person with financial hardship, license may be conditionally re- instated for 1 year in order to assist with reimbursement (formal agreement)
Q: Probationary monitoring
Answer: Board shall establish a probation monitoring program to monitor probationary licenses.(b) The program may employ nonpeace officer staff to perform its probation monitoring.(c) The program shall be funded with moneys in the Physical Therapy Fund.
Q: Petitions for reinstatement of license
Answer: If license has been revoked or suspended, probation, may petition the Board for reinstatement or modification of penalty, including modification or termination of probation, after a period of not less than the following minimum periods has elapsed:1) At least three years for unprofessional conduct, except that the board may, for good cause shown, specify in a revocation order that a petition for reinstatement may be filed after two years.(2) At least two years for early termination of probation of three years or more.(3) At least one year for modification of a condition, or reinstatement of a license or approval revoked for mental or physical illness, or termination of probation of less than three years.- require facts presented by the Board- verification of 2 license PT of activity- may use an administrative law judge to decide- may consider all activities since the disciplinary action was taken, the offense , the petitioner’s activities during the time the license was in good standing,rehabilitative efforts, general reputation for truth, and professional ability.- not considered if under sentence for any criminal offense, including any period during which the petitioner is on court-imposed probation or parole.- No petition shall be considered while there is an accusation or petition to revoke probation pending against the person.- The board may deny, without a hearing or argument, any petition filed pursuant to this section within a period of two years from the effective date of the prior decision following a hearing under this section.
Q: Article 5.5 Diversion ProgramLegislative Intent of Diversion Program
Answer: Board shall seek ways and means to identify & rehabilitate PTs and PTAs whose competency is impaired due to abuse of dangerous drugs or alcohol so that they may be treated & returned to the practice of PT in a manner they will not be a danger to public safety.
Q: Composition of Diversion Program Board Members
Answer: -may establish one or more diversion evaluation committees. Any diversion evaluation committee- shall operate under the direction of thediversion program manager, as designated by the executive officer of the board. The program manager has the primary responsibility to review and evaluate recommendations of the committee.-Composed of 3 members- Members are recovering in substance abuse but free from substance abuse in past 3 yrs or who are knowledgable in treatment and recovery of abuse-Board considers appt’ing MD certified in psych-Term is 4 years- for business decision a minimum quorum is required (chair and vice chair elected)- can hold closed meetings for privacy of the individual
Q: Duties of Diversion Program
Answer: 1) Evaluate eligibility of PTs and PTAs and make recommendations, also consider any recommendations from professional consultants2) Review and receive info for those participating in program; reports, call meetings to consider requests of PTA or deal with issues from the Board.3)In writing the terms and conditions of the diversion agreement that is approved by the program manager for each physical therapist in the program, including treatment, supervision, and monitoring requirements.3) Review & designate treatment facilities4) Hold a general open, meeting at least twice a year to evaluate program’s progress and report to the board on proposals5) Assess the return of participant in diversion program to safely resume PT practice
Q: Criteria for being able to enter diversion program
Answer: a) – licensed as a physical therapist- abuse dangerous drugs or alcoholic which may affect his or her ability to practice physical therapy safely or competently.- voluntarily requested admission to the program or shall be accepted into the program in accordance with terms and conditions resulting from a disciplinary action.- agree to undertake any medical or psychiatric examination ordered to evaluate the applicant for participation in the program.- shall cooperate with the program by providing medical information, disclosure authorizations, and releases of liability as may be necessary for participation in the program.- shall agree in writing to cooperate with all elements of the treatment program designed for him or her.- may be denied participation in the program if the board, the program manager, or a diversion evaluation committee determines that the applicant will not substantially benefit from participation in the program or that the applicant’s participation in the program creates too great a risk to the public health, safety, or welfare.(b) A participant may be terminated from the program for any of the following reasons:(1) The participant has successfully completed the treatment program.(2) The participant has failed to comply with the treatment program designated for him or her.(3) The participant fails to meet any of the criteria set forth in subdivision (a) or (c).(4) It is determined that the participant has not substantially benefited from participation in the program or that his or her continued participation in the program creates too great a risk to the public health, safety, or welfare.- if denied entry to program or not completed successfully Whenever an applicant is denied participation in the program or a participant is terminated from the program for any reason other than the successful completion of the program, shall be reported, with documents to the executive officer of the board, with possible disciplinary action.(c) In addition to the criteria in (a), the board may set forth in its regulations additional criteria for admission to the program or causes for termination from the program.- participant to pay fee- review the activities and performance of the contractor (if used) on a biennial basis. The board shall review files of participants in the program. However, the names shall remain confidential, except when the review reveals misdiagnosis, case mismanagement, or noncompliance by the participant.Participation in a diversion program shall not be a defense to any disciplinary action which may be taken by the board. This section does not preclude the board from commencing disciplinary action against a PT who is terminated unsuccessfully from the program under this section. That disciplinary action may not include as evidence any confidential information.- All board and diversion evaluation committee records and records of proceedings and participation of a physical therapist in a program shall be confidential and are not subject to discovery or subpoena.
Q: Article 6 ;Offenses and enforcementViolations are a misdemeanor
Answer: Any person who violates any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable fine not exceeding $1000 or imprisonment in county jail <6 months or both- can be effected by superior court of any county, Medical Board of Ca, the Board or 10 or more licensed PT to get an injunction or other order to stop the conduct.
Q: Article 6.5Continuing education and competency
Answer: Required to have 30 hours every 2 yearsNot require further degree but can use this as evidenceRandom auditsAdmin funded license and/or CE courses provider fees, course approval fees
Q: Article 7Fiscal AdministrationReports to Fiscal Administration
Answer: The Board reports within 10 days of each calendar month to state controller:- Accredited PT fund- List of persons seeking to be licensed
Q: When does the license expire? When must an expired license be renewed?
Answer: – License shall expire at midnight on the last day of birth month of licensee- Notice of expiration given 60 days in advance-Expired license may be renewed within 5 years
Q: Fiscal Administration keeps records about licensee regarding:
Answer: -License Register:1) Name of every licensee2) Place of residence3) Date and # of his/her license4) Any disciplinary action
Q: Fiscal money procedure
Answer: Within 10 days after the beginning of each calendar month the board shall report to the State Controller the amount and source of all collections made from persons licensed or seeking to be licensed and pay all such sums into the State Treasury, where they shall be credited to the Physical Therapy Fund.
Q: Fee Schedule for Application, Licensing & Renewal Fee
Answer: -Application fee:-Licensing fee: $125 / $200 (foreign)-License issue – $100-Renewal fee: $200 after April 2009- expires midnight last day of birth month during the 2nd year of a 2 year term- pay fee, submit CE info, and admit any offenses (found guilty, pleaded guilty or no contest)- within 5 years can renew if meet above and pay all the unpaid fees- establish by regulation suitable application and renewal fees of not more than two hundred dollars ($200), for persons certified to perform electromyographical- board shall charge an examination and reexamination fee of $500 to applicants who are examined and who have been found to otherwise meet the board’s standards for certification.
Q: ARTICLE 8Physical Therapy CorpDefinition of Physical Therapy Corporations
Answer: A physical therapy corporation is a corporation that is authorized to render professional services, so long as that corporation and its shareholders, officers, directors, and employees rendering professional services who are physical therapists are in compliance with the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act,- constitutes unprofessional conduct and a violation of this chapter for any person licensed under this chapter to violate, attempt to violate, directly or indirectly, or assist in or abet the violation of, or conspire to violate any provision or term of this article, the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act, or any regulations duly adopted under those laws- In the conduct of its practice, it shall observe and be bound by such statutes and regulations to the same extent as a person holding a license under this chapter.
Q: PT Corporation Name
Answer: The name of the PT corp should have “physical therapy” or “physical therapist” in it and wording or abbreviations denoting corporate existence.
Q: Qualification of Directors & Officers of PT Corporation
Answer: Each shareholder/director/officer should be licensed PT (except secretary and assistant treasurer)
Q: Income of PT Corporation
Answer: Shareholder rendered disqualified – does not get profit
Q: Regulations of PT Corporation
Answer: Corp regulations should include:1) bylaws of stock(e.g. capital stock owned by a disqualified person, or deceased – shall be sold to the corp or to remaining shareholders of the corp within time as regs allow)2) adequate insurance coverage
Q: BREATHE
Answer: Next….
Q: PART 2
Answer: PHYSIOTHERAPY REGULATIONS
Q: Notice of Address/Name Change required within:
Answer: 1) Each licensee (active, delinquent, suspended, certified, expired, authorized to practice PT or EMG) BUT not canceled or revoked) – must report any change in residence/name/email address to the Board no later than 30 days after change has occurred.
Q: Advertising
Answer: – advertising provision of any services authorized by a PT, in keeping with Section 651 code and not promote, excessive unnecessary use of such services
Q: Information documented in Patient Records (by PT)
Answer: PT shall document & sign the following information:1) Exam & Eval (and reexam/reeval)2) Diagnosis/Prognosis3) Interventions4) Treatment plan & modification of POC5) Each treatment provided by PT or PT aide6) D/C summary
Q: Notice to consumers
Answer: – PT provide Form NTC 12-01 teach patient- notice can be provided by – displaying form NTC 12-01 to prominently or giving patient a copy of the form – acknowledgement signed, dated by patient or rep in patient records.
Q: Information documented in Patient Records (by PTA)
Answer: PTA shall indicate in the patient record:1) Date & nature of service provided2) Name & title of any individual who provided such service- not include ‘non-patient related care’
Q: Identification Name Tag needed for PT Aide, Intern, & Applicant
Answer: All PT aides/apps/students must wear name tag with 18 point font
Q: Article 2
Answer: Applications and Examinations
Q: Identification & Supervision of Students & Interns
Answer: 1) Students shall only be identified as physical therapist student/intern2) Must wear identification tag3) CI must provide ON SITE supervision4) CI shall countersign all entries in the patient’s record on the same day as patient related tasks were provided by the student
Q: Time given to pass NPTE before license application is denied
Answer: 1 year from original noticeApplication for licensure can be denied when an applicant fails to pass the examination within 1 year from the date of original notice – can re-apply for new application with fees.
Q: Time given to pay initial license fee before application is considered abandoned
Answer: 5 years.An application is deemed abandoned if applicant fails to pay initial license fee within 5 years and any examination not passed . Can be eligible again for licensure upon re-exam and filing updated application- application can also be considered ‘abandoned’ if the not competed application, incomplete documents or additional info, payment of fees.
Q: Processing Time for PT applications(apply to those who take and pass the exam within 60 days from ATT)
Answer: 1) Shall inform applicant of complete application within 30 days2) Inform applicant about completion of examination requirements within 60 days3) Minimum processing time ~ 46 days4) Median processing time ~ 88 days5) Maximum processing time ~ 365 days
Q: Credential evaluation services (requirements)
Answer: 1) Use of PT consultants in the US and used in an advisory capacity to review individual for comparability with US training2)Service can document the experience of tis employees by producing positive letters from other state licensing agencies, educational inst. or prof. organizations3) Able to submit a report, whether foreign trained PT is equivalent and is entitled to practice in own country as PT.
Q: Documentation of equivalence degree for licensureFSBPT CWT
Answer: – transcripts, credential review authenticated by official PT program, all submitted direct to agency.- translated- if instances beyond control and applicant can’t provide all info – the Board may use their discretion and accept other docs- CA accept CWT based on year of qualifying
Q: Clinical Service Requirements for Foreign Educated Applicants
Answer: 1) At least one supervising PT (APTA certified clinical instructor) must be ONSITE in the same facility (center co-ordinator of clinical education and/or clinical instructor) approved by Board, even if licensed in another jurisdiction2) Applicant must be evaluated using the PT CPI – report that the PTLA has skills to perform any PT exam or procedure in Ca healthcare system. 2 evaluations – midway and end to form report3) Complete 9 months of clinicals4) 3/9 mos of clinical service is waived if Law and Ethics course is taken or if 4 CE units in ethics by Board approved CE site5) 1 month waived for each month of licensed clinical practice in another state up to required 9 mos
Q: Processing time for foreign applications(apply to those who take exam within 60 days of ATT)
Answer: 1) Shall inform applicant of complete application within 30 days2) Inform applicant about completion of examination requirements within 150 days3) Minimum processing time ~ 95 days4) Medial processing time ~ 400 days5) Maximum processing time ~ 550 days
Q: Processing time for PTA Applications
Answer: 1) Shall inform applicant of complete application within 30 days2) Inform applicant about completion of examination requirements within 60 days3) Minimum processing time ~ 67 days4) Medial processing time ~ 127 days5) Maximum processing time ~ 166 days
Q: Article 3
Answer: Physical Therapy Schools
Q: Approved schools
Answer: On file Sacramento – kept by executive officer and accredited by a National association or agency recognized by Council on Post Secondary Education and or Dept. Of Educ. (both the institution and program)- teaching programs not< than 1400 hours may be established in hospitals for those meeting requirements of 2650 business and prof code and the program is accredited
Q: Supervision required for PTA
Answer: 1) Supervising PT should be ONSITE2) PT must provide “adequate supervision” including ability to communicate in person/on phone at all times3) PT will periodically provide observation of pt care4) PT will evaluate, treatment/goals and reveal5) POC communicated verbally/in writing to PTA before PTA treats patient
Q: Criteria for approval of PT facilities for foreign trained clinical service
Answer: 1) PT facility completes a form entitled CLINICAL SITE2) Info form (CSIF) – APTA; certifying facility has staffing, clinical instructors, experience to provide PTLA3) CSIF to board, with Board’s notice of Intent to Supervise a foreign educated student (F1B).
Q: Students and Interns
Answer: Students = academic trainingIntern= completed coursework- onsite supervise by supervisor of CI of assigned patient care to student or intern- document each treatment with signature. CI countersign first initial and second name, all entries ON THE SAME DAY.
Q: ARTICLE 4
Answer: PTA
Q: Duties of PTA
Answer: 1) Notify the PT of record2) Document in patient record any change in patient’s condition not within planned progress3) Document any change in patient’s general condition4) Document date, service, name & title
Q: PTA supervision
Answer: Supervising PT available at all times, phone or in personPT periodic observation pt carePT evaluate, form Rx goals, and revealPOC -Document communication verbally and in writing to PTA BEFORE PTA Rx’s patient
Q: When is Co-signature of PTA documentation needed
Answer: within 7 days.1) Within 7 days of PTA care, PT shall review, cosign and date all documentation by PTA and conduct weekly case conference and document in record2) Within 7 days of D/C, PT documents patient discharge along with signature and patient’s response to treatment
Q: Education considered ‘equivalent training’ for PTA
Answer: Education Equivalents for PTA’s:1) Military training in hospital and PTA course including min 550 hour of tech courses related to PT, 350 hours clinical experience2) Combo of training and 36 mos of full-time work experience in PT, 30 semester of instruction, 18 mos PT work in acute care facility3) 60 months of full-time PT experience, 30 months experience in acute care + education a/a.4) Supervised by an PT license or approved out of state PT.5) Work experience obtained in past 10 years, one half obtained in last 5 years of application.6) General education requirements
Q: Supervision of PTA’Adequate’ supervision defined
Answer: – PT responsible at all times for PTA and services provided and must ensure that PTA does not practice autonomously- PT responsible to follow progress of each patient, and which elements of treatment plan may be assigned- PT who performs the initial evaluation, will be the PT of record unless re-assigned – with a written transfer system to succeeding PT- PT of record provides supervisor and direction, PTA should identify and be in communication with PT of record at all times during treatment of a pt
Q: Supervison PTA (continued)
Answer: A PTA CANNOT- perform measurements, data collection, or care prior to PT evaluation- document patient evaluation and reevaluation- write a discharge summary- establish, change plan of care- write progress notes to another professional (exc daily chart notes)- be sole PT rep. responsible in meeting where patient’s plan of care is assessed or modified- supervise a PT aide performing pt related tasks- provide treatment if the PTA holds management position in the PT business where care is given (control or influence of scheduling, hiring or firing
Q: ARTICLE 5
Answer: PTA SCHOOLS
Q: Criteria for schools and definition of PTA students and interns, name badge
Answer: AS PER PT schools- supervise by PT supervisor or PTA under supervision of a PT may perform as clinical supervisor- PT onsite supervision, immediate- PTA student or intern document each treatment , sig, CI countersign, first initial and last name; ON THE SAME DAY as patient related tasks performed.- supervising PT conduct a weekly conference and document in record.
Q: ARTICLE 6
Answer: PT AIDES
Q: PT aide
Answer: – unlicensed- patient and non patient related tasks- PT evaluate and record aides’ level of competency, for performing the patient related task. Record of competencies- pt related – PT service direct to patient excluding non pt related tasks 9 obsv of pt, transport of pt, physical support only during gait and transfers, housekeeping and clerical and similar).
Q: Under orders and immediate supervision means-
Answer: -evaluation of patient by PT prior to pt related tasks assigned to aide-PT formulate Rx program based on naval and any other info, determine patient related tasks assigned to aide that can be performed safely and effectively – responsible at all times for the conduct of the aide,- continuous and immediate supervision of aide- same facility, immediate proximity pt related tasks – able to give immediate advice, instruction or intervention- at some point in day, give PT will give direct service to the patient, as treatment or eval and or monitor progress- PT make the necessary periodic adjustment in patient treatment program, documented.
Q: Article 7
Answer: Practice by Applicants
Q: Supervision PTLA
Answer: – direct and immediate supervision- PT responsible- close proximity to location where PTLA is Rx patients.- document Rx, signature- PT countersign with initial and second name ON THE SAME day as patient related tasks provided- PT shall document receipt of letter authorizing PTLA and record of expiration, in employee record- PT require documentation of the license then issued at end of PTLA status.-if fail exam, all priviledges of PTLA are lost. Unprofessional conduct if PT allows PTLA to continue to work.- PTA LICENCE applicants – same as above, but supervising PT will also conduct a weekly case conference, and document this in the case record
Q: Model guidelines for issuing citations and imposing discipline
Answer: In deciding to impose a disciplinary action the board shall consider these guidelines from 2009. – Board can deviate from its rems of probation, orders, guidelines with discretion – e.g. mitigating factors, age,
Q: Issuance of an initial probationary license
Answer: – delegated to exec officer or board president, VP – use terms and conditions as per point 91
Q: Article 8
Answer: Discipline and reinstatement of license
Q: Substantial Relationship Criteria for denial, suspension, or revocation of a license
Answer: Denial, suspension, or revocation of a license shall be considered if the person commits a crime that is substantially related to qualifications, functions, or duties of a license holder, – if it presents strong evidence of present of potential unfitness of a person too perform function – for safety, PH, or welfare. Incl:1) Conspiring to violate directly or indirectly any term of the Physical Therapy Practice Act.2) Conviction of a crime involving fiscal dishonesty3) Violating any term of the Medical Practice Act
Q: Rehabilitation Criteria for Suspensions or Revocations of Licensure
Answer: When considering the SUSPENSION/REVOCATION OF A LICENSE, criteria for evaluating the rehabilitation of the applicant and his/her present eligibility for a license are:1) Nature & severity of the act2) Total criminal record3) Time that has elapsed since offense4) Extent to which the applicant has complied with any terms of parole, probation, restitution5) Evidence of any rehabilitation submitted by the licensee6) Evidence if any of expungement proceedings to the section of Penal Code
Q: Required Actions against Sex Offenders
Answer: If an individual is required to register as a sex offender, or the equivalent in another state, or territory or military of referral law – the admin law judge shall the proposed decision is to:1) Promptly revoke the individual’s license – not stay the revocation or allow probation2) Not reinstate or reissue the individual’s licenseNot apply to the following:- those relieved of their duty to register , or terminated under CA law, or the law of the area requiring jurisdiction, – Board can discipline- those required to register sole because of a misdemeanor under the Penal code – though Board can use its discretion to discipline a licensee-
Q: Provisions considered Unprofessional Conduct
Answer: The following provisions are considered “unprofessional conduct”: Allowing the following in an agreement to settle a civil dispute from PT practice:1) Prohibiting the other party from filing a complaint with the board2) Asking the other party to withdraw the filed complaint3) Prohibiting the other party from disclosing the nature of the settlement or declares it ‘confidential’4) Failure to comply or cooperate with the board during investigation, court order, of the Ix pending against the PT. Not deprive the licensee of the 5TH amendment privilege guarantees or other constitutional or statutory privileges (and any use of these by PT not be used against them in a regulatory or disciplinary proceedings.5) Failure to notify the board within 30 days- indictment or info about a felony- arrest of the licensee- conviction, inc verdict of guilty, or pleas of guilty or no contest, of any felony or misdemeanor- any disciplinary matter taken by another licensing entity, agency, fed government, or US military- any report regarding settlements, judgements or arbitration awards- failure to comply with a court order, issued with the enforcement of a subpoena, mandating release of records to the Board.
Q: Article 8.5
Answer: Administrative Citations
Q: Administration of citations
Answer: Exec officer will determine when and against whom a citation will be issued.- may contain an admin fine, an order of abatement, or both- violation of PT practice Act-violation f relation adopted by the Board- other statutes or regs for which can authorize a citation- citation will be in writing and describe the detail of nature and facts, incl statute number that has been violated.- every citation shall be disclosed to an enquiring member of the public
Q: Circumstances for Administrative Citations of $100-$2,500 fine
Answer: Circumstances for an administrative fine of $100-$2,500:1) Good or bad faith of cited person2) Nature/severity of violation3) Evidence that violation was willful4) History of violations same or similar5) Extent of cited person’s cooperation6) Extent of cited person’s mitigation of any damage/
Q: Circumstances for Administrative Citations of $5,000 fine
Answer: Circumstances for an administrative fine of up to $5,000:1) Violation presenting an immediate threat to health/safety of another person2) Multiple violation of the PT Practice Act or willful disregard of the Law3) Violations against senior citizen/disabled person4) History of 2 or more prior citations of same/similar
Q: Length of Time Administrative Citations Stay on Record
Answer: 5 years.A citation is erased from licensee records 5 years from the date of issuance. If citation withdrawn or dismissed, the are removed immediately from the licensee record.
Q: Compliance with orders of abatement
Answer: – if issued an order of abatement and cited person unable to complete correction within time limit, due to reasons outwit his control and reasonable diligence – may request an extension in writing to the exec officer- when order of abatement not contested or if appeal fails; failure to abate the violation within time allowed is a violation and failure to comply. Time starts when order is served or received. Such violation can result in disciplinary action by Board or other judicial relief taken.
Q: Citations for unlicensed practice
Answer: – the exec officer can determine when and against whom a citation is issued and to issue citations contains order of abatement and fines against persons, corp, associations, partnerships, who are performing or have performed services as a licensee under PT practice Act.- each citation will contain an order of abatement- Board can also issue fine for unlicensed activity,- procedure is applied as above 100-105
Q: Time given to request for informal conference to contest citation
Answer: 10 days.1) The person cited may request an informal conference with the executive officer within 10 days of the citation2) Executive officer must hold an informal conference with the person cited within 30 days or his legs rep and may affirm, modify, or dismiss the citation, including any fine, or order of abatement.- executive officer mail within 10 days a reasons for action of the conference- this is a final order with regard to the citation, including fine and order of abatement- person cited does not waive her request for a hearing to contest a citation by requesting an informal conference – after which the citation is affirmed by the exec officer.If citation is dismissed – after the conference – the request for a hearing on the matter shall be deemed withdrawn.If the citation is modified, the citation withdrawn and new one drawn up. If hearing requested subsequent, it shall be requested in 30 days.
Q: Article 9
Answer: PT Corps
Q: Regs definition
Answer: PT Professional Corporation Regulations
Q: Requirements for Professional Corporations
Answer: 1) Follows general corporation law and is a professional corp within the Moscone Knox Professional Corp Act2) Each shareholder, director, officer & professional employee holds a valid PT license. A PT may be a shareholder in >1 professional corp.
Q: Share: ownership and transfer
Answer: > 2 shareholders and one dies or is disqualified for >90 days,- shares sold and transferred to the corp, its shareholders, or other eligible licensed person on such terms as are agreed upon- not later than 6 months after death and not later than 90 days after date of disqualification- corp and shareholders can decide or not to resale the shares from a disqualified person when eligible shareholder again.- share certificate shall contain an appropriate legend to the restrictions of latter point- no restriction on owning shares in a unprofessional corp.
Q: Corporate Activities
Answer: A professional corp can perform any act authorized in its articles, or incorporation or bylaws, so ling as that act is not in conflict with or prohibited by these regs, the physical therapy practice act or new regs.- a professional corp may enter into partnership agreements with other physical therapists, practicing individually or in a group, or other PT corps.
Q: Article 10
Answer: Fees
Q: PT/PTA Application Fee
Answer: $125.00
Q: PT Application Fee for Foreign Graduates
Answer: $200.00
Q: PT License issue
Answer: $100.00
Q: Renewal of License
Answer: $200
Q: PT/PTA Examination & Re-examination Fee for NPTE
Answer: PT fee: $400.00PTA fee: $400.00
Q: PT/PTA Examination & Re-examination Fee for Jurisprudence Exam in CA
Answer: $30.00
Q: Electromyography Certification Fee (Application & Biennial Fee)
Answer: Application fee/renewal: $200Exam/certification $500Certification renewed with each holder’s licenseSubject to suspension and revocationUnprofessional conduct to perform either EMG or electroneuromyography without authorization – unless to meet experience requirements for the board and is supervised.
Q: Article 11
Answer: EMG certification
Q: Definition of Electroneuromyography
Answer: “Electroneuromyography” means the performance of tissue penetration for the purpose of evaluating neuromuscular performance INCLUDING the evaluation of specific abnormal potentials & evoked responses
Q: Definition of Kinesiological Electromyography
Answer: “Kinesiological Electromyography” means the study of the phasic activity of individual or multiple muscles in relation to another physiological event or exercise and DOES NOT include the evaluation of specific abnormal potentials and evoked responses
Q: Certification required
Answer: Forbidden:- tissue penetration for the purpose of making an EMG eval unless he or she is certified / or supervised in order to meet experience requirements for examination by the Board for certification- kinesiological emg eval without additional authorization by Board as indicated on her certification- no PT certified to perform electroneuromyographical without additional Board authorization as indicated on her certification
Q: Requirements for Kinesiological Electromyography certification
Answer: 1) Licensure2) Training in tissue penetration – evidence of training under licensed physician or PT certified to perform EMG; tissue penetration for the purpose of evaluation of muscular or neuromuscular performance (pertinent anatomy and physiology; choice of equipment; proper technique; hazards and complications, post test care; satisfactory performance by training in skills of tissue penetration.3) Education: evidence of 1 of the following:- completion course work pertinent to EMG obtained in a Uni or college (approved) – gain academic creditor CW which is acceptable to the Board.- completion of self-study prepared enough to pass certification exam, provide evidence and any supervising EMG proctor named and statements provided.- authorization to provide EMG in another state with similar requirements4) Experience : evidence of following requirements1) -provide evidence of (200 hours in kinesiological electromyography providing progressive EMG training under a certified PT in this state or another or licensed physician who uses this technique.-2) Provide Documentation of completion of 50 kinesiological electromyographic examinations
Q: Requirements for Electroneuromyography Authorization
Answer: In addition to POINT 124: provide evidence in one of the following for Education: (Licensure, training in tissue penetration as above 1/2 as before)- in addition to regular course Uni /College as point 3 /124 – additional course work _ neuroanatomy, clinical neurology, clinical science of electoneuromyography,- completion of self study, to pass supplemental exam provide evidence; any named proctors name and statements.- authorization in another state same requirementsExperience:1) 400 hours in kinesiological electromyography – evidence progressive training under a PT certified in this or other state; or an electrophysiological clinical specialist (ABPTS) or licensed physician who uses technique2)Provide Documentation of completion of 200 electroneuromyography examinations
Q: EMG Reports
Answer: ‘ this study has been performed in accordance with the Physical therapy Practice Act and with PT regs, The findings of this report do not represent diagnostic interpretations or medical diagnosis. The results by EMG exam by certified EMer are intended for integration by the physician and surgeon with the patients ….and the results of other tests in establishing a medical diagnosis’-data collection, presentation and summarization
Q: Article 12
Answer: Topical Medications
Q: Compliance
Answer: A PT may administer or apply topical meds to a patient – ‘applied locally to skin or underlying tissue where there is a break in or absence of the skin where such meds require a prescription or order under federal state law’
Q: Topical Medication Prescription
Answer: 1) Topical medication must be prescribed by an MD2) Written protocol of meds including description, indications/contraindications, & proper procedure/technique
Q: Administration of Medications
Answer: 1) Direct application2) Iontophoresis3) Phonophoresis
Q: Authorization and protocols required
Answer: 1) Prescribed bt a practitioner legally (under fed.law) able to order it2) Written protocols shall be prepared for application of each of the groups of meds – description of med, its actions, it’s indications and CI and proper procedure and technique for application
Q: List of Authorized Topical Medications that can be applied by a PT
Answer: A physical therapist may apply the following topical medications:1) Bacteriocidal agents2) Debriding agents3) Topical anesthetic agents4) Anti-inflammatory agents5) Antispasmodic agents6) Adrenocortico-steroids
Q: Article 13
Answer: Continuing competency requirements and inactive license status
Q: CPD required
Answer: 30 hours of continuing competency in each license cycle- provide evidenceFirst time license renewals – if renewal submitted prior to the expiration of original license the the CPD hours is half (15 hours)For license accumulating CE units; under the CE requirements of APTA; OR CPTA one CEU is equal to 10 hours.
Q: Content standards for Continuing Competency
Answer: – subjects related to either prof PT practice or patient management- prof. practice of PT includes but not limited to prof accountability, prof behavior; prof development- patient client management includes but not limited to examination, evaluation, and diagnosis, prognosis; plan of care; implementation; education and discharge
Q: For each cycle
Answer: – 2 hours of ethics, laws, regs or some combination- 4 hours in life support for HCP, comparable to or more advanced than American Heart Association basic life support course
Q: Authorized pathways for gaining hours
Answer: – must be via authorized pathway – traditional or alternate1) Traditional pathways: approved provider. No limit to hours- continuing education courses, incl home and self study courses approved through an agency recognized by the board- college coursework from an accredited institution2) Alternate pathways :entity other than approved provider – specified by the board. Number must not exceed the cap below and via the board formula for hours:(See attached card)
Q: Standards for approval agencies
Answer: Approval agency must be recognized by the Board (met standards below):- capacity to evaluate the course offered by the provider and shall conduct audits of at least 10% of it approved provider’s courses- procedure for periodic review of its courses to ensure content quality and currency- procedure to respond to complaints- shall provide services to all persons without discrimination- if agency offers CE courses direct to a licensee – shall have means to avoid a conflict of interest between its functions as a provider, and its function as an approval agency- if offering retroactive approval for a course, must evaluate the course for compliance of standards and record retention- upon written approval that an agency has been approved by the Board, must advertise this fact- Board may ask agency to submit records of compliance with this section- failure of approval to comply fully, or a material misrepresentation to the Board, will lead to a withdrawals of recognition(Board members after written notice with reasons and giving time for agency to response)
Q: Standards for approved providers
Answer: – topics pertinent to PT practise- instructors competent and qualified appropriately, training, experience, scope of practice, licensure- syllabus, learning obj, bibliography and a schedule – (in person course) and an outline (-online courses)- written educational goals, specific learning obj, measurable and serve as basis for effectiveness of the course- if joint sponsorship (provider works with others on distribution and or presentation of a CE course, procedures to identify and document each parties role.-review of course periodically to ensure content quality and currency- opportunity for participants to give feedback – use in evaluations for updating courses- procedure to respond to complaints- no discrimination- maintain records, re course content and licenses for 7 YEARS- disclose any financial interest, in products recommended during a course- provide a certificate of attendee- advertise is true and not misleading – and incl a statement with name of the approval agency, and it can be contacted about any concerns, any agency providers ID no. and no.of hours for which the course has been approved.
Q: Record keeping (CPD diary)
Answer: – keep and maintain records for each course or activity – title, date, record of participation- KEEP FOR 5 YEARS
Q: Inactive Status
Answer: – written request Board grants inactive status if the license is current and not suspended, revoked or otherwise punitively restricted- no activity if license inactive- renewal fee for inactive license is same as an active license- to restore an inactive license – pay fees and continuing competence fees; complete CE equivalent to that required for a single renewal period of an active license within the last 2 years prior to to applying to restore the license to active
Q: Exemption from continuing competency
Answer: – evidence that the licensee was living in another country for 1 year or longer,- absent due to military service 1 year or longer- health or other good causea) Total physical or mental disability for 1 year, or longer and inability to work verifiable or an immediate family member you are totally responsible for;- not granted for 2 consecutive renewal periods; need to renew license in an an inactive status if not meet CE requirements following an exemption,
Q: Criteria for Approval of PT Facilities for Clinical Experience
Answer: Each PT facility shall complete a CSIF form in order to certify that the facility has the staffing, clinical experience, & clinical instruction to provide PT clinical experience for student
Q: Breathe …..
Answer: 1) Under IMMEDIATE & DIRECT supervision2) PT shall evaluate patient prior to performance of any tasks by the aide3) Determine those tasks which may be assigned to an aide4) PT shall be in the SAME facility and in IMMEDIATE PROXIMITY to the location where the aide is performing task5) Shall perform periodic re-evaluation of the patient
Q: Review questions
Answer: 1) Under IMMEDIATE & DIRECT supervision of a licensed PT2) Be in CLOSE PROXIMITY
Q: Supervision of PT Aide
Answer: 1) Under IMMEDIATE & DIRECT supervision of a licensed PHYSICAL THERAPIST2) Be in CLOSE PROXIMITY
Q: Supervision of PTLA
Answer: 1) ONSITE supervision by a physical therapist (clinical instructor)
Q: Supervision of PTALA (PTA license applicant)
Answer: 1) Shall be supervised by a PT2) May be supervised by a PTA under supervision of a PT3) ONSITE supervision by a physical therapist
Q: Supervision of PT Student
Answer: “Direct & immediate supervision” means a supervisor shall be at all times responsible for work performed and shall be in CLOSE PROXIMITY to tasks provided by PTLA/PTALA/PT Aide
Q: Supervision of PTA Student
Answer: 1) PT shall at all times be responsible for work performed by a PTA.2) PT must determine what services are deemed appropriate for PTA.3) PT who conducts Initial Evaluation shall be the one to provide supervision & direction of PTA in the treatment of that patient4) PTA should be able to communicate with PT at all times
Q: Definition of “Direct & Immediate Supervision”
Answer: 1) Renewal of license with form(at this time report any misdemeanor or crime)2) Pay the prescribed renewal fee3) Submit proof of completion of continuing Edu or competency
Q: Definition of “Adequate Supervision”
Answer: b) a PT
Q: Requirements for Renewing License are:
Answer: c) 12AM on the last day of the licensee’s birth month
Q: A PTALA can be supervised by:a) PTAb) PTc) PT student
Answer: b) 5 years
Q: PT license expires at:a) 12pm on the last day of the licensee’s birth monthb) 12am on the first day of the licensee’s birth monthc) 12am on the last day of the licensee’s birth month
Answer: c) 12 months
Q: A PT may not renew his/her license if it has not been renewed with this many years after its expiration:a) 3 yearsb) 5 yearsc) 7 years
Answer: Of a misdemeanor, with a fine no more than $1000 and/or imprisonment of no more than 6 months
Q: The California Board of Physical Therapy may not suspend a license for more than:a) 16 monthsb) 14 monthsc) 12 monthsd) 10 months
Answer: a) 1 year
Q: Anyone who violates the provisions of the Practice Act shall be guilty:
Answer: d) Ability to communicate with the supervising PT at all times
Q: An application will be denied if the Board Exam is not successfully passed within:a) 1 yearb) 2 yearc) 3 yeard) 5 year
Answer: a) A PT or PTA with onsite PT supervision
Q: A PT must provide “adequate supervision” of a PTA. This includes:a) On-site supervision of the PTA by the PTb) Ability to communicate with a non-supervising PT at all timesc) Close proximity by the PT at all timesd) Ability to communicate with the supervising PT at all times
Answer: a) Between $100 and $2500
Q: A PTA student may be supervised by:a) A PT or PTA with onsite PT supervisionb) A PT onlyc) A PT or PTA with “adequate” PT supervisiond) a PT or PTA with close proximity PT supervision
Answer: c) $5000
Q: Violators of the Physical Therapy Practice Act may be subjected to an administrative fine:a) Between $100 and $2500b) Between $500 and $2500c) Between $100 and $5000d) Between $500 and $5000
Answer: c) 5 years
Q: Violations of the Physical Therapy Practice Act that involves immediate threats, multiple violations, acts against senior citizens or disabled persons may incur a fine up to:a) $1000b) $2500c) $5000d) $7500
Answer: c) 30 hours every 2 years
Q: All citations and violations of the Physical Therapy Practice Act are disclosed to the public and remain in licensee records for:a) 3 yearsb) 4 yearsc) 5 yearsd) 7 years
Answer: a) 15 hours within the first 2 years
Q: To maintain a license, a licensee is required to complete the following competency hours:a) 15 hours within the first 2 yearsb) 15 hours within the first yearc) 30 hours within the first 2 years
Answer: 1) 2 hours in ethics, laws, and regulations2) 4 hours in life support for health care professions
Q: For first-time renewals the required continuing competency hours are:a) 15 hours within the first 2 yearsb) 15 hours within the first yearc) 30 hours within the first 2 years
Answer: 1) Continuing education courses2) College coursework3) Publishing a peer-reviewed journal article4) Developing a ConEd course5) Participating as a subject matter expert in the examination process6) Serving on a Board7) Performing role as a CI8) Attending a PT conference or Board meeting9) Passing ABPT Specialties Exam
Q: For each renewal cycle, a licensee’s continuing education hours must include:
Answer: a) Title of course, date taken, record of participationThese documents should be kept for 5 years.
Q: The following are acceptable pathways for continuing competency hours:
Answer: 1) Residing in a foreign country for at least 1 year2) Absent from CA for up to 1 year due to military service3) Total physical/mental disability for 1 year4) Total responsibility for a family member who has total physical/mental disability
Q: Records of continuing competency hours should include:a) Title of course, date taken, record of participationb) Title of course, location taken, date takenc) Date taken, location taken, record of participationd) Title of course, location taken, record of participation
Answer: d) 30 days
Q: Exemptions from completing continuing competency hours include:
Answer: b) 4 years
Q: A licensee must report any felony or misdemeanor within:a) 10 daysb) 15 daysc) 20 daysd) 30 days
Answer: c) Renew the license in the same time period as if it was active
Q: Board members are appointed for terms of:a) 2 yearsb) 4 yearsc) 6 years
Answer: c) Citation
Q: When the Board grants an inactive status to a licensee, the licensee must:a) Complete the continuing competency hours during the inactive statusb) Re-take the Board Exam in order to restore the license to active statusc) Renew the license in the same time period as it was active
Answer: a) Misdemeanor and a punishable by a fine $1000-$5000
Q: Using a suspended license or duplicating a license warrants a:a) Felonyb) Misdemeanorc) Citation
Answer: c) 30 days
Q: Practicing without a license or fraudulently taking the Board exam is a:a) Misdemeanor and a punishable by a fine $1000-$5000b) Misdemeanor and a punishable by a fine $2000-$5000c) Misdemeanor and a punishable by a fine no less than $5000
Answer: A) Be credentialed by the APTA and oversee a student full time for at least 4 weeks
Q: The Board will hold an informal conference within this many days from the receipt of the request:a) 10 daysb) 15 daysc) 30 daysd) 45 days
Answer: D) all of the above
Q: In order to qualify for continuing competency hours as a clinical instructor, a PT must:a) Be credentialed by the APTA and oversee a student full time for at least 4 weeksb) Be credentialed by the APTA or similar and oversee a student full-time for at least 7 weeksc) Be credentialed by the APTA or similar and oversee a student full-time for at least 3 weeks
Answer: B) 4 PTs who have been practicing at least 5 years prior to appointment and 3 public members
Q: The CBPT may issue a citation, impose discipline, suspend or revoke a license, or impose probationary conditions on a license due to:a) Practicing beyond the scope of a practiceb) Failure to follow infection control guidelinesc) Committing sexual harassment/abused) all of the above
Answer: All of the above
Q: The members of the California Board of PT include:a) 3 PTs who have been practicing at least 5 years prior to appointment and 3 public membersb) 4 PTs who have been practicing at least 5 years prior to appointment and 3 public membersc) 4 PTs who have been practicing at least 7 years prior to appointment and 3 public members
Answer: c) Inspect all documentation related to physical therapy services
Q: The California Board of Physical Therapy is responsible for the following:a) Establishing a passing score for all examsb) Issuing licensesc) Revoking licensesd) all of the above
Answer: a) 45 days or 12 visits, whichever comes first
Q: The California Board of Physical Therapy has the right to:a) Inspect personal files of licenseesb) Arrest licenseesc) Inspect all documentation related to physical therapy servicesd) Issue citations up to $10,000
Answer: c) No less than 7 years
Q: In the state of California, PTs can treat patients without an MD referral for:a) 45 days or 12 visits, whichever comes firstb) 30 days or 12 visits, whichever comes firstc) 45 days or 10 visits, whichever comes firstd) 30 days or 10 visits, whichever comes first
Answer: d) No more than 2 PTAs and one aide
Q: Patient records should be maintained for:a) No less than 3 yearsb) No less than 5 yearsc) No less than 7 yearsd) No less than 9 years
Answer: c) PT
Q: A physical therapist can supervise:a) No more than 1 PTA and one aideb) No more than 2 PTAs and 2 aidesc) No more than 1 PTA and one aided) No more than 2 PTAs and one aide
Answer: d) Progress treatment within the plan of care
Q: PTAs can be supervised by a:a) PT studentb) PTLAc) PT
Answer: b) By a PT and in immediate proximity of the aide
Q: A PTA is able to:a) Write progress notes to other health care professionalsb) Provide treatment if serving in a management positionc) Supervise a PT aided) Progress treatment within the plan of care
Answer: a) By a PT and in close proximity of the PTALA
Q: Supervision of a PT aide must be:a) By a PT and in close proximity of the aideb) By a PT and in immediate proximity of the aidec) By a PT or PTA and in immediate proximity of the aided) By a PT or PTA and in close proximity of the aide
Answer: b) Cosigned the same day by the supervising PT
Q: Supervision of a PTALA must be:a) By a PT and in close proximity of the PTALAb) By a PT and in immediate proximity of the PTALAc) By a PT or PTA and in immediate proximity of the PTALAd) By a PT or PTA and in close proximity of the PTALA
Answer: d) Disclosed to the public and remain in licensee records for 5 years
Q: Documentation by a PTALA must be:a) Cosigned the same week by the supervising PTb) Cosigned the same day by the supervising PTc) Cosigned the same week by the supervising PT and PTAd) Cosigned the same day by the supervising PT and PTA
Answer: b) 5 years
Q: All citations and violations of the PT Practice act are:a) Disclosed to the public and remain in licensees records for 3 yearsb) Confidential but remain in licensees records for 5 yearsc) Disclosed to the public and remain in licensees records for 1 yeard) Disclosed to the public and remain in licensee records for 5 years
Answer: d) A and B
Q: All licensees shall maintain records of continuing competency hours for:a) 7 yearsb) 5 yearsc) 3 yearsd) 2 years
Answer: c) 30 days
Q: Exemptions from completing continuing competency hours include:a) Residing in a foreign country for at least 1 yearb) Absent from CA for up to 1 year due to military servicec) Total physical or mental disability for at least 2 yearsd) A and B
Answer: d) A and B
Q: The Board will hold an informal conference within this many days from the receipt of the request:a) 10 daysb) 15 daysc) 30 daysd) 45 days
Answer: d) 4 years