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California Law Exam Physical TherapyA report of suspected child abuse is received by an agency that lacks jurisdiction (the
power to make legal decisions and judgments). Which is the MOST appropriate action
for the agency to take? - answerThe agency must immediately contact an agency that
has jurisdiction over suspected child abuse cases
What is the MOST punishment one can receive for not reporting an incidence of child
abuse or neglect? - answerMisdemeanor, punishable by up to 6 months in jail or a fine
of $1000 or by both
What should an applicant do after a year has passed and they have no yet taken or
passed the national board and
state jurisprudence test? - answerFile a new application for licensure.
All of the following are considered "mandated reporters" EXCEPT? - answer. A
volunteer at a youth camp
Who is defined as the PT of record? - answer1. The PT that did the evaluation.
What is the responsibility of the PT of record towards the PTA? - answer1. The PT of
record should be in communication with the PTA to answer any questions about the
patient's treatment.
Who awards accreditation of a PTA program? - answerCommission on Accreditation of
Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
What is the required size font on a student's badge? - answer18-point type
What uniform examination is utilized by the board for licensure of PTs? - answerThe
Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy's Exam for PT
What is NOT within the scope of PTA supervision of a physical therapy aide's activities?
- answerThe Aide applies ultrasound treatment to the patient's lower back
To what extent MUST the physical therapist be available to assist in issue arising during
the course of treatment by the physical therapist assistant? - answerAvailable in person
or by telecommunication
What regulation BEST represents the Physical Therapy Board's authorization for a
physical therapist assistant to do joint mobilization? - answerThe supervising Physical
, Therapist is responsible to determine which elements of patient care the Assistant is
skilled to perform
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a practicing PTA license
applicant? - answerThe supervising PT must cosign each note along with the PTALA
signature each day
Which statement reflects a regulation specific to the PT aide - answerMust treat on the
orders, direction and immediate supervision of the PT
Which statement about topical medications is consistent with the Physical Therapy
Board rules? - answerPrescription medication must be ordered by a legally authorized
practitioner
Which part of the patient record is part of the physical therapist assistant's responsibility
to document? - answerObjective assessment
How many hours of continuing competency hours must a licensee accumulate in each
licensee cycle of two years? - answer30 hours
How many hours of ethics and law, and how many hours of life support for health care
professionals is required for each renewal cycle? - answer2 hours of ethics and law and
4 hours of life support
Which of the following statements about continuing education is NOT true? -
answerThere are no other alternatives to the traditional pathway for continuing
education
What is the requirement for the Physical Therapy Board to grant inactive status to a
licensee? - answerA written request must be filed with the board
What does "continuous and immediate supervision" mean in terms of PT supervision? -
answerClose proximity to the worker
Which is the MOST important disclosure requirement when renewing a license? -
answerAny Misdemeanor criminal offense
Which statement is TRUE regarding an expired license? - answerA license can be
renewed within 5 years of expiring by paying all fees
How many physical therapist assistance can a PT supervise? - answerMore than two if
the board determines adequate supervision and safety
When can an application be denied by the board? - answerWhen the board deems the
applicant has not exercised due diligence in the completion of the application
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