What is the "Physical therapist of record" - answerThe physical therapist that completed
the initial evaluation
Who is the creator and enforcer of the practice act? - answerPhysical Therapy Board of
California (PTBC).
What is the highest priority and paramount for the PTBC? - answerThe protection of the
public.
The PTBC board members have the authority to inspect physical therapy facilities and
patient records. If the patient's written authorization has been approved, the release of
records shall be given with how many days? Or a penalty of how much money will occur
for every day starting on the 16th day. - answer15 days
Penalty of $1,000
The PTBC board members have the authority to inspect physical therapy facilities and
patient records. If the patient's written authorization has been approved, the release of
records shall be given with 15 days. Or a penalty of $1,000 will occur for every day
starting on the 16th day.
PTBC Board members include: - answer- 1 PT involved in education of PT students.
- 3 PTs with >= 5 years experience
- 1 Public member
All of which is appointed by the Governor of CA.
How long is a term with PTBC? how many terms? - answerTerms: 4 years, expires on
the 1st day of June
- No person can serve more than 2 consecutive terms (8 years maximum)
What are the qualifications for PT licensure? - answer- >18
- Not addicted to any substances
- Completed education and training
- No committed crimes
PTLA - answerPhysical therapist licensed applicant (PTLA)
- Works under DIRECT and IMMEDIATE supervision of a licensed PT fo a max of 120
days pending results of the first licensing exam for which he/she is eligible.
- After taking NPTE, the PTLA title remains until the license has been issued.
, - If the exam is FAILED = No longer able to practice as a PTLA and is now a PT aide.
Can a PTA treat patients with a mental condition? - answerYes
What is the maximum amount of time Board members can serve? - answerTwo four-
year terms
Can a PTBC board member delegate a PTA to inspect PT facilities and patient records
with respect to physical therapy services? - answerNo
Can PT/PTLA students attend PTBC board meetings? - answerYes
(Bagley Keane Open Meeting Act)
Is a PT allowed to use Roentgen rays for therapeutic purposes? - answerNo
Under what circumstances is it legal for a PT to treat a pt without a physician referral? -
answerDirect Access
How long can a PT treat a pt with direct access under section 2620.1? - answer45
calendar days or 12 visits, whichever occurs first.
Can a PT provide medications? If so, under what method of administration of
medication may a PT use? - answerYes.
Direct application, phonophoresis, or iontophoresis.
What are the 6 classes (types) of medications authorized for a PT to use? - answer1.
Bacteriocidal agents
2. Debriding agents
3. antispasmodic agents
4. anti-inflammatory agents
5. adrenocortico-steroids
6. Topical anesthetic agents
How long must records of PT services be maintained (Non-pediatric or 18+)? - answer7
years following discharge of a patient
How long must records of PT services be maintained in the case of unemancipated
minors? - answerRecords must be maintained for at least 1 year after the minor has
reached 18 years of age, and not in any case less than 7 years.
- If pt is 9yo, records held until they are 19
- If pt is 17yo, records must be held for 7 years, or until patient is 24yo.
With respect to any patient care provided to the patient, the patient record shall indicate
what 2 items? - answer1. The date and nature of the service provided
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