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How many continuing education hours are required for first time license renewals that are submitted prior to the expiration date of the original license? A. 15 B. 20 C. 25 D. 30
A) 15 continuing education hours are required for first time license renewals that are submitted prior to the expiration date of the original license.
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding physical therapy aides? A. Must be at least 18 years of age B. Certification is to happen through a credentialed educational program C. Supervision of patient care can be solely provided by a physical therapy licensed applicant D. Skill and competency assessments are required to be administered by a licensee monthly
A) 18 years is the minimum age that an aide must be in order to be employed at a physical therapy facility.
A physical therapist assistant receives notification of a public letter of reprimand that will be issued from the Physical Therapy Board of California for an accusation of unprofessional conduct. How many days does the assistant have to verbalize agreement or disagreement with the allegation? A. 15 B. 30 C. 45 D. 60
A) A licensee is allotted 15 days to respond to a notification of a public letter of reprimand. The notification will be sent 30 days prior to the actual letter of reprimand being sent.
A therapist is at a board meeting, attempting to reinstate a suspended license following allegations of sexual misconduct with a patient. The therapist reports that informed consent was given by the patient. Which of the following statements is TRUE in regards to this issue? A. Patients are incapable of providing informed consent to a therapist B. Consent needs to be provided in writing, signed, and dated by both parties C. If the therapist is found guilty of unprofessional conduct and has the license revoked, reinstatement cannot occur for a minimum of 5 years D. The board has the right to suspend the therapist's license for a duration up to 18 months
A) A patient under the care of a physical therapist or assistant is determined to be unable to provide free or full informed consent with relation to sexual activity.
A physical therapist who owns a clinic and has two physical therapist assistants and four aides is able to supervise how many of the aides providing patient related care? A. One B. Two C. Three D. Four
A) A physical therapist is only able to supervise one aide in patient-related tasks. The number of physical therapist assistants or aides working in the clinic does not impact this number.
A new outpatient orthopedic physical therapy clinic is looking for ways to advertise through various forms of public communication. Which of the following statements is allowed for advertising? A. "Free initial consultation!" B. "Prices as low as $19.99!" C. "Guaranteed pain-free today!" D. "Be treated by the best physical therapy clinic in town!"
A) A physical therapy clinic may advertise a standard consultation fee. The price clearly stated as being free meets that standard.
A licensee that has been properly requested by the board to provide patient records has how many days prior to being penalized? A. 15 B. 20 C. 25 D. 30
A) A proper request for patient records from the board requires the patient's written authorization. Following the request, the licensee has 15 days to provide the requested records.
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding license renewal for a licensee serving full time in the military? A. If discharge from active duty occurs within 60 days of the end of the renewal period then no fee is required B. A renewal fee of 50% of full price is needed for each renewal period C. If participation is primarily in training versus active duty during a renewal period, then a full fee is to be paid D. Should service last a duration longer than three years, then a new license will need to be issued
A) A renewal fee is not required when a licensee who has been engaged in full time military training or active service is discharged within 60 days of the end of the renewal period.
Which of the following items of information MUST be included in a written protocol for the administration of a topical medication? A. Procedure for application of the medication B. License number of the administering physical therapist C. Patient allergies D. List of similar medications in the prescribed medication class
A) A topical medication protocol must include the following about the medication: - Description - Actions - Indications and contraindications - Proper procedure and technique for application
Which of the following items of information MUST be included in a written protocol for the administration of a topical medication? A. Procedure for application of the medication B. License number of the administering physical therapist C. Patient allergies D. List of similar medications in the prescribed medication class
A) A topical medication protocol must include the following about the medication: -Description -Actions -Indications and contraindications -Proper procedure and technique for application
Which of the following entities is responsible for establishing and administering the substance abuse rehabilitation program? A. Physical Therapy Board of California B. California Physical Therapy Association C. Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy D. American Physical Therapy Association
A) As each state may have differences for rehabilitation of practitioners whose competency is impaired by the abuse of drugs or alcohol, it is the board of the respective state that is responsible for the rehabilitation program. In this case, the Physical Therapy Board of California.
What governing body is responsible for the suspension of physical therapy licenses? A. Physical Therapy Board of California B. American Board of Physical Therapy Specialities C. Federation of State Board of Physical Therapy D. Institutional Review Board
A) As each state may have differences in what constitutes suspension of licensure, it is the Physical Therapy Board of the respective state that is responsible for licensure suspension. In this case it would be California.
What is the MINIMUM number of recommendations that a licensee MUST have when petitioning to shorten the duration of a license suspension? A. Two B. Three C. Four D. Five
A) At least two recommendations are required by licensed physical therapists. These clinicians must have knowledge of the actions of the petitioning licensee since the suspension was given by the board.
Which of the following criteria MUST a physical therapy facility meet in order to accept a foreign educated applicant for clinical practice? A. Complete a clinical site information form B. Have a minimum of three full time licensed physical therapists on staff C. Pay the annual credentialing fee of $1000 D. Complete three site visits with a representative of the board
A) For each applicant taken, the facility needs to have filled out and sent a Clinical Site Information Form. This is developed by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
A student has failed the National Physical Therapy Examination two times within the past eight months. Prior to the third examination attempt, which of the following steps MUSToccur? A. Payment of the re-examination fee B. Completion of a certified remediation course C. Written appeal to the Physical Therapy Board of California D. A duration of six months prior to the next exam attempt
A) For each attempt, a re-examination fee is required.
A board member may delegate the task of inspecting and examining the reports of a physical therapy facility to which of the following professions? A. Physical therapist B. Nurse practitioner C. Medical Doctor D. Chiropractor
A) For inspections of physical therapy facilities, only a physical therapy board member or a licensed physical therapist delegated by a board member can perform them. Law reference guide page 27
Which of the following criteria MUST be met in order for proper documentation practice to occur? A. The name of any physical therapy aide that provides patient care must be listed B. When countersigning for a student's daily treatment note the clinical instructor shall at a minimum provide their full first name and first initial of their last name C. A physical therapist licensed applicant's documentation is to be signed off weekly D. The signature of a physical therapist assistant does not need to be present if a licensed physical therapist is observing treatment
A) If an aide provides any patient directed treatment, then the name and title of that individual needs to be listed in the patient's record.
Which of the following criteria MUST be met in order for a licensee to be accepted in a substance abuse rehabilitation program? A. Agreement to any medical and/or psychiatric examination that is ordered B. Notification of employer of the desire to enroll C. Submission of at least three witness testimonies about the current use of drugs and/or alcohol D. History of drug or alcohol use that has lasted a duration of six months
A) In order for a licensee to participate in a substance abuse rehabilitation program, the licensee has to agree to any medical and/or psychiatric examination that is ordered during the program.
Which of the following abbreviations indicates a physical therapist who has obtained licensure? A. RPT B. PTLA C. SPT D. DPT
A) RPT stands for Registered Physical Therapist. These initials identify a physical therapist who has passed the National Physical Therapy Exam and received a license.
A licensee who has been issued a citation in addition to a $3,500 administrative fine is MOST likely guilty of which of the following violations? A. Two accounts of being intoxicated while on the job B. Failing to report an act of child abuse C. Inability to provide requested patient records to the board within 16 days without good cause D. Renewing a physical therapy license after the expiration date
A) The amount of $3,500 suggests that the therapist received more than one citation. When a therapist has two citations of a similar nature, the therapist is liable for an administrative fine that is not to exceed $5,000. A standard single citation fee shall not be less than $100 and shall not exceed $2,500.
What is the MOST likely punishment for sharing information about the National Physical Therapy Exam? A. Payment of the cost associated with the board's investigation B. Misdemeanor with a fine not to exceed $1,000 C. Felony with a maximum of three months of imprisonment D. Involved applicants must retake the exam
A) The guilty party is responsible for the cost of litigation associated with an investigation as well as the cost of a judge hearing if necessary.
A member of the Physical Therapy Board of California is performing a review following a patient complaint claiming unprofessional conduct of a treating physical therapist. As part of the review, the board member asks to see the patient's records. Which of the following actions is the MOST appropriate? A. Obtain written permission from the patient to release the records B. Have the board member seek approval from the facility supervisor C. Provide the patient records within 30 days of the board member's request D. Instruct the board member to consult with the physician who referred the patient
A) The members of the Physical Therapy Board of California have the right and authority to perform inspections of facilities that are providing physical therapy services. This includes the ability to examine patient records so as to ensure proper delivery of care. However, written authorization for the release of the records is still a requirement.
The physical therapy board is able to penalize a licensee who has failed to make child support payments in which of the following ways? A. Suspension of licensure B. Fine for the amount owed C. Revocation of licensure D. Require employer to withhold pay to fulfill amount owed
A) The physical therapy board can suspend a license if the licensee is not in compliance with a child support order.
Which of the following terms is considered identical and interchangeable with the term physical therapy aide? A. Technician B. Specialist C. Intern D. Practitioner
A) The terms "physical therapy aide" and "physical therapy technician" are considered identical and interchangeable in the rehab setting.
What is the MINIMUM number of years that must occur before a licensee can petition a revoked license that resulted from unprofessional conduct? A. Three B. Four C. Five D. Six
A) Three years is the minimum amount of time that must happen prior to petitioning for a modification of a revoked license. The board can specify that a petition may be filed two years after the revocation order for good cause, but that is not an option above.
Which of the following conditions is an initial requirement in order to participate in an alcoholic diversion program? A. Voluntary admission B. Psychiatric evaluation C. Recommendation by a supervisor D. Physician prescription
A) Voluntary admission is required by the individual who is struggling with dangerous drugs or alcoholic beverages.
Which of the following penalties does NOT apply to a licensee guilty of false advertising? A. Misdemeanor B. Felony C. Suspension of licensure D. Revocation of licensure
B) A felony is reserved for higher forms of crime as a misdemeanor is what is given to a licensee who is guilty of false advertising.
In order for a licensed physical therapist assistant to properly serve as a clinical instructor for a physical therapist assistant student, which of the following criteria MUST be met? A. The assistant shall have practiced clinically for a minimum duration of two years B. A licensed physical therapist shall be on site to supervise patient care C. The assistant shall conduct weekly case conferences with the student D. A licensed physical therapist is to perform a practical scenario to assess the clinical skills of the student prior to patient care
B) A licensed physical therapist assistant can be the clinical instructor of a student when a licensed physical therapist supervises.
A licensee who was recently arrested has how many days to report the arrest to the board? A. 15 B. 30 C. 45 D. 60
B) A licensee who has been arrested has 30 days to report it to the board. If the report does not occur in that time, the licensee can be found guilty of unprofessional conduct.
A direct access patient has been seen for three sessions, including the evaluation. It has been 40 days since the evaluation, and today's session occurs on a Friday. The patient desires to schedule an additional appointment for the following week. Which of the following days of the week is the LAST day the physical therapist can see the patient? A. Tuesday B. Wednesday C. Thursday D. Friday
B) A patient can be seen via direct access for 45 calendar days or 12 visits, whichever comes first. Following that duration, a signature from a physician on the plan of care is required. Including the weekend the 45th day falls upon the following Wednesday.
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the use of electroneuromyography in patient care? A. It can be performed to formulate a physical therapy diagnosis B. Physician authorization must be granted prior to performance upon a patient C. A physical therapist assistant trained in tissue penetration can perform it D. To obtain certification in it, 50 examinations have to be performed
B) A physical therapist who has obtained certification in the performance of tissue penetration must receive physician authorization prior to performing it upon a patient.
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the use of electroneuromyography in physical therapy for patient care? A. It can be performed to formulate a physical therapy diagnosis B. Physician authorization must be granted prior to performance upon a patient C. A physical therapist assistant trained in tissue penetration can perform it D. To obtain certification in it, 50 examinations have to be performed
B) A physical therapist who has obtained certification in the performance of tissue penetration must receive physician authorization prior to performing it upon a patient.
Which of the following penalties is the WORST that an aide may receive for identifying as a physical therapist assistant to patients? A. Felony B. Misdemeanor C. Fine of $2500 D. Incarceration for one year
B) A physical therapy aide who knowingly identifies as a physical therapist assistant is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Which of the following dates BEST represent when a physical therapy license is set to expire? A. Last day of the month that graduation from an approved program occurred B. Last day of the birth month C. Upon the day that the previous license renewal happened upon D. Upon the day that the individual passed the national examination
B) A physical therapy license is set to expire by 12 a.m. on the last day of the birth month of the licensee.
How many calendar days does a licensee have to notify the board of a change of address? A. 15 B. 30 C. 45 D. 60
B) A physical therapy licensee has up to 30 calendar days to notify the board of a change of address.
During a follow-up treatment a therapist notices the presence of bruising on a 12 year old patient's forearms that is reported to be the result of falls. The patient does not appear to have the presence of imbalance but continues to show up for the next two appointments with new bruises. When the patient is asked about life at home, the patient expresses a desire not to discuss it. Which of the following actions is the BEST for the therapist to take at this time? A. Inform the supervisor at the facility B. Call law enforcement officials C. Document the findings in the daily treatment note D. Ask the patient about physical safety in the home environment
B) A telephone call regarding the suspected child abuse needs to occur immediately to the local authorities. To begin the reporting process only suspicion of abuse is required.
How many calendar days may a therapist who is licensed in another state teach in California? A. 30 B. 60 C. 90 D. 120
B) A therapist can teach for 60 days in California if licensed in another jurisdiction. Then the duration exceeds this, the physical therapist should seek licensure in California.
Which of the following statements with regards to elder abuse is true? A. A telephone call by the mandated reporter must occur within one hour of receiving the information B. Law enforcement officials are to be provided with the identity of the person who is to have allegedly injured the patient C. It is determined to be abuse if the patient sustained an injury through excessive voluntary use of narcotics D. If a facility supervisor determines that a report is not required, then one does not need to be filed
B) A written report to law enforcement shall contain the following: - The name of the injured person, if known. - The injured person's whereabouts. - The character and extent of the person's injuries. - The identity of the alleged abuser.
Which of the following procedures is a proper way to transfer a patient from the therapist of record's care? A. Verbally tell the patient B. Write down the name of the new therapist in the patient's chart C. Place the patient on a colleagues treatment schedule to perform a re-evaluation D. Contact and inform the patient's physician
B) A written system shall be in place so as to transfer the therapist of record from the clinician who did the initial evaluation to another clinician.
Which of the following statements regarding law and ethics and life support continuing education for a first-time license renewal is TRUE? A. 1 hour in law and ethics and 2 hours in life support are required B. 2 hours in law and ethics and 4 hours in life support are required C. Law and ethics is required but life support is not D. Life support is required but law and ethics is not
B) Even though a first time license renewal is able to fulfill the continuing education requirements with 15 instead of the typical 30 hours, law and ethics as well as life support education are required in their entirety. This entails 2 hours of law and ethics and 4 hours of life support education for each renewal cycle.
A therapist who is unable to practice actively due to a physical disability is going to start practicing as a volunteer at homeless shelters a few hours a week. Which of the following statements is TRUE for this practitioner? A. The two year license renewal fee has to be paid with each cycle during which services are provided B. 30 hours of continuing education is required every renewal cycle C. Practice in neighboring jurisdictions can occur without transferring the license D. Full license reinstatement can occur if at least 1,000 hours of volunteer service have been provided
B) Even though a physical therapist or assistant may operate in a volunteer capacity, the therapist is required to maintain the continuing education requirements.
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a licensee whose license is in a retired status? A. Volunteer physical therapy service can be performed B. No renewal fee is required C. Participation in ten hours of continuing education is to occur every year D. A brand new license will have to be obtained if the licensee desires to practice actively
B) For a licensee whose license is in a retired status, a renewal fee does not have to be paid.
Which of the following qualifications MUST be present in order for an individual to apply for a physical therapy license? A. Over 21 years of age B. No addiction to alcohol or any controlled substance C. Successful completion of an educational program accredited by the Physical Therapy Board of California D. Absence of misdemeanors from criminal record unless they are based in fraudulent activity of which two offenses are allowed
B) For an applicant who is seeking licensure, at the time of application no addiction to alcohol or any controlled substance can be present.
A licensee has seen a patient through direct access for 12 visits. In order for treatment to continue which of the following steps is BEST to take? A. Perform a patient re evaluation within the next two sessions B. Have the patient follow up with the physician C. Consult with the physician through telephone to discuss the outcome of care and rationale for progressing forward with more D. Objectively document the patient's progress in a treatment note and have the patient sign it stating that further care is desired
B) For direct access, the licensee has 45 days or 12 visits, whichever comes sooner to see a patient. After that, an in person examination and evaluation is required to be performed by a healthcare professional such as a physician, surgeon, or podiatrist.
How many continuing education hours per license renewal cycle are required in law and ethics and life support education respectively? A. One and three B. Two and four C. Three and five D. Four and six
B) For each license renewal cycle two hours are required for the law and ethics portion and four hours are required for life support education.
A licensee receives a certificate for 1.5 continuing education units. How many additional hours are needed to complete the minimum requirements for a license renewal cycle? A. 10 B. 15 C. 20 D. 25
B) For each renewal cycle a licensee must complete 30 hours of continuing education. 10 hours is equivalent to one continuing education unit (CEU). Therefore, a total of three CEUs are required per renewal cycle. The licensee has already completed 1.5 CEUs, which is the equivalent of 15 hours. Therefore, the therapist must complete an additional 15 hours for the renewal cycle.
A private practice therapist continues to administer treatment to a patient despite the patient having no functional limitations and all goals met. Which of the following punishments represents the WORST disciplinary action that the therapist may receive? A. Misdemeanor with a $1000 fine B. Misdemeanor with a $600 fine C. Felony with a $1000 fine D. Felony with a $600 fine
B) For excessive prescription of treatment a physical therapist can be disciplined with a misdemeanor and a fine that will not exceed $600. There is also the possibility of imprisonment for 180 days.
A physical therapy company used a model to create a before and after ad on the internet for a new postural neck program. Which of the following conditions will cause the advertisement to be illegal? A. Reporting that a model was used for the ad B. Using different angles and lighting for each image C. Listing what procedures or interventions were performed D. Stating that the results may not occur for all patients
B) If an ad contains differing presentations such as changes in the angle and lighting for the before and after images then the ad could be considered misleading or fraudulent.
A patient receiving treatment at an outpatient facility has a physician referral that recommends iontophoresis for lateral epicondylitis. The medication to be used is not specified on the referral, but the patient recalls the physician stating that the medication is for inflammation. Which of the following courses of action is BEST for the physical therapist to take? A. Administer dexamethasone to address the inflammation B. Contact the physician for a referral of the desired medication C. Discuss the policy for iontophoresis with the facility supervisor D. Perform a trial of iontophoresis with a saline solution
B) In order to perform iontophoresis, a prescription for the specific medication needs to be present from the physician.
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a physical therapy corporation? A. If a shareholder in a corporation owns 25% or more of the total shares, then that shareholder cannot own shares in another corporation B. Following the death of a shareholder, the shares that were owned shall be sold or transferred back to the corporation within six months of the date of death C. Corporations are not able to enter into partnership agreements with other corporations so as to preserve competitiveness of the market D. A shareholder who loses shares as a result of disqualification must never have any ownership of that corporation in the future
B) Six months is the duration allowed before the shares of a deceased shareholder must be transferred back to the corporation.
Which of the following entities is the governmental agency that is referred to in the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act? A. American Physical Therapy Association B. Physical Therapy Board of California C. Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy D. American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
B) The Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act is a corporation law that professional corporations have to comply with when rendering a professional service that requires licensure. For the profession of physical therapy in California, the governmental agency in the Act is the Physical Therapy Board of California.
Which of the following entities is the corporation referred to in the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act? A. American Physical Therapy Association B. Physical Therapy Board of California C. California Physical Therapy Association D. American Board of Physical Therapy Specialities
B) The Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act is the corporation law that must be followed for professional services that require licensure. Specific to physical therapy, in the state of California it is the board that regulates and ensures lawful compliance for the profession and those providing services as licensees.
Which of the following entities is responsible for selecting the treatment facility for a licensee in a substance abuse rehabilitation program? A. Employer B. Board's rehabilitation evaluation committee C. Local law enforcement D. California Physical Therapy Association
B) The Physical Therapy Board of California establishes a rehabilitation evaluation committee to assist in the duties of substance abuse rehabilitation for licensees. It is the rehabilitation evaluation committee's responsibility for designating the facilities that the licensees will go to.
For a foreign educated applicant to fulfill the clinical service requirements, which of the following conditions MUST be met? A. The facility where patient care occurs shall have been in business for a minimum of three years B. A mid and end point evaluation about skill level is to be conducted by the supervising physical therapist. C. One site visit shall occur by a representative of the American Physical Therapy Association D. 12 months of full-time work are to be completed
B) The supervising physical therapist is to conduct a mid and end point evaluation of the applicants clinical skill. This is to be done using the Physical Therapy Clinical Performance Instrument issued by the American Physical Therapy Association.
To discuss patient care with the therapist of record, it is BEST to talk with the physical therapist who: A. performed the most recent progress note B. did the initial evaluation C. saw the patient most recently D. has seen the patient for the most number of visits
B) The therapist of record is the therapist who completed the initial evaluation. The therapist of record can be transferred, but it must occur in writing.
A foreign educated therapist is seeking to obtain licensure in California. Which of the following achievements allows the therapist to decrease the required duration of clinical service? A. Passing the National Physical Therapy Examination B. Taking four units worth of an approved ethics continuing education course C. Teaching a class at an accredited physical therapy program D. Obtaining a grade point average of 3.7 or above while in a physical therapy program
B) Three months of clinical service can be waived for completion of four units of an approved ethics course by the California Healthcare Board. A month can also be waived for each month of clinical service performed in another state besides California.
Which of the following administrative fine amounts BEST represents the MAXIMUM a licensee could pay for a citation involving a violation carried out against a senior citizen? A. $2,000 B. $4,000 C. $6,000 D. $8,000
B) Typically an administrative fine in association with a citation carries a maximum fine of $2,500. However, there are certain conditions that increase the amount to $5,000. Violations carried out against senior citizens is one of them.
Which of the following points in time BEST represents when a license applicant is able to identify as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant? A. After passing the national examination B. When a regular renewable license has been issued C. Following 120 hours of clinical practice D. Upon the recommendation of a supervising physical therapist
B) When a regular renewable license has been issued to the applicant by the board, the full status of physical therapist or physical therapist assistant can be used.
A therapist of record and a physical therapist assistant are aware of an incidence of spousal abuse involving their patient. Which of the following statements is TRUE? A. The therapist of record shall be in charge of reporting the incident B. Upon mutual agreement one of the clinicians can be responsible for notifying authorities C. Following instructions provided by the clinicians on how to contact authorities, reporting then becomes the patient's responsibility D. The facility's supervisor shall be notified and will then be in charge of the reporting process
B) When two individuals have information regarding abuse towards a patient, then by mutual agreement only one of the individuals shall make the telephone call and written report.
An applicant who is seeking to transfer licensure into California has begun practicing while awaiting the issuing of a renewable license. Which of the following conditions MUST be met in order for clinical practice to happen legally during this period? A. Work cannot exceed 30 hours a week B. Supervision is to be provided by a licensed physical therapist C. Previous employment is to have been for a minimum duration of six months D. A professional letter of recommendation shall be sent by a colleague to the board
B) While an applicant is awaiting to receive a renewable license by the board, practice can occur under the status of applicant. In order for this to occur however, it must be under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. This pertains to both physical therapists and physical therapist assistants seeking to transfer licensure.
Which of the following statements regarding patient care is TRUE for a licensee with a recently expired license? A. Continuation can occur as long as no compensation is received B. Continuation can occur for 30 days C. It must stop until a valid license is issued D. It must stop for a minimum of 30 days
C) It is unlawful for a person to practice with an expired license. Anytime clinical care is given a valid license needs to be held.
When creating a continuing education class, which of the following requirements apply? A. It should be a minimum of two hours in duration B. A class created by three individuals or entities requires only the primary contributor to be cited C. Resources used in the presentation shall be provided in a bibliography D. A summary shall be given in written form at the end of the class
C) A bibliography is required for a continuing education presentation so that the participants are able to reference the material used.
A licensee who was cited for unprofessional conduct in 2014 has recently been issued an additional citation for driving under the influence in May of 2018. In what year will the original citation in 2014 be eliminated from the licensee's record? A. 2019 B. 2021 C. 2023 D. 2025
C) A citation shall be removed from an individual's record following a duration of five years from the most recent citation. In this case, the citation that occurred in 2018 carries the 2014 citation with it until the year 2023.
Which of the following accurately pertains to the California Physical Therapy Board members? A. There shall be three physical therapists and two public members on the board B. Meetings between the members happen once a year C. A member can serve for two consecutive terms D. The public members may be citizens of the neighboring states of Nevada, Arizona, or Oregon
C) A member of the Physical Therapy Board of California can serve a maximum of two consecutive four year terms.
A physical therapist who has employed a physical therapist license applicant and a physical therapist assistant should recall which of the following differences between the two? A. Countersignature of documentation should occur on the same day for the assistant but is not necessary for the applicant B. A discharge summary cannot be performed by an applicant C. Telephone communication is considered sufficient supervision for the assistant but not the applicant D. An applicant is able to supervise physical therapy aides providing patient related care
C) A physical therapist license applicant requires direct and immediate supervision while practicing. This means that the supervising physical therapist should be at the facility and in the line of sight of the applicant. This is not required for a physical therapist assistant as long as the assistant is able to have contact with the physical therapist during the patient's treatment, such as through a telephone.
A physical therapist who has employed a physical therapist license applicant and a physical therapist assistant should recall which of the following differences between the two? A. Countersignature of documentation should occur on the same day for the assistant but is not necessary for the applicant B. A discharge summary cannot be performed by an applicant C. Telephone communication is considered sufficient supervision for the assistant but not the applicant D. An applicant is able to supervise physical therapy aides providing patient related care
C) A physical therapist license applicant requires direct and immediate supervision while practicing. This means that the supervising physical therapist should be at the facility and in the line of sight of the applicant. This is not required for a physical therapist assistant as long as the assistant is able to have contact with the physical therapist during the patient's treatment, such as through a telephone.
Which of the following conditions MUST be met in order for a licensee to properly treat through direct access? A. Refer to a secondary physical therapist for assessment if the patient is not progressing towards functional goals B. Disclose financial interest to the patient if reimbursement exceeds $1000 C. Verbally notify the patient of the details associated with care D. Submit weekly progress notes to the patient's physician
C) A specific statement (which is listed below) regarding direct access care must be read orally and provided in writing to the patient. The patient must also sign the document as well. "You are receiving direct physical therapy treatment services from an individual who is a physical therapist licensed by the Physical Therapy Board of California. Under California law, you may continue to receive direct physical therapy treatment services for a period of up to 45 calendar days or 12 visits, whichever occurs first, after which time a physical therapist may continue providing you with physical therapy treatment services only after receiving, from a person holding a physician and surgeon's certificate issued by the Medical Board of California or by the Osteopathic Medical Board of California, or from a person holding a certificate to practice podiatric medicine from the California Board of Podiatric Medicine and acting within his or her scope of practice, a dated signature on the physical therapist's plan of care indicating approval of the physical therapist's plan of care and that an in-person patient examination and evaluation was conducted by the physician and surgeon or podiatrist.
A physical therapy aide is going to perform passive range of motion on a patient's shoulder. Which of the following criteria needs to be met in order for the aide to perform this intervention? A. Discussion of the outcome of the treatment shall occur between the physical therapist and the aide by the end of the business day B. The physical therapist must be available for contact via telephone during the intervention C. Prior assessment of the aide's ability to perform passive range of motion by a physical therapist D. The aide shall have worked in a physical therapy setting for a duration of six months prior to performing patient related tasks
C) Evaluation and documentation of an aide's competency at performing a patient related task shall occur prior to performance on a patient.
A physical therapy aide is going to perform passive range of motion on a patient's shoulder. Which of the following criteria needs to be met in order for the aide to perform this intervention? A. Discussion of the outcome of the treatment shall occur between the physical therapist and the aide by the end of the business day B. The physical therapist must be available for contact via telephone during the intervention C. Prior assessment of the aide's ability to perform passive range of motion by a physical therapist D. The aide shall have worked in a physical therapy setting for a duration of six months prior to performing patient related tasks
C) Evaluation and documentation of an aide's competency at performing a patient related task shall occur prior to performance on a patient.
A therapist has a license that has been designated as inactive for the two year renewal cycle due to military service. The therapist desires to renew and activate the license to resume clinical practice. Which of the following statements regarding this license is TRUE? A. 15 hours of continuing education are required prior to receiving an active license status B. Exemption from continuing education requirements may be granted if one year's worth of military service was performed in California C. If a disabling injury is sustained for a duration of one year during service, exemption from continuing education requirements occurs D. License renewal fees are not required if discharge from service occurs within 90 days of the end of the renewal period
C) Exemption from continuing education requirements for physical disability is allowed when the disability is one year or longer in duration during the renewal period.
A therapist who graduated from a foreign school wants to become licensed in California. Which of the following requirements is TRUE for the applicant? A. Participation in 12 months of clinical rotations is required prior to attaining national licensure B. Identification as a license applicant shall occur until the therapist passes the National Physical Therapy Exam C. Eligibility only for the physical therapy assistant examination may occur following evaluation of international education D. To begin clinical rotations only a submission of documentary evidence for completion of a program outside of the United States is required
C) If the applicant's education is determined to be insufficient by the Physical Therapy Board for physical therapis f licensure, further evaluation of the applicant's education can occur. If determined appropriate, the board could recommend the applicant to take the physical therapist assistant examination to pursue that career course.
For a licensee to lawfully make a referral to a physician who is a relative, which of the following criteria MUST be true? A. The therapist shall verbally disclose to the patient the potential financial benefit that the relative will receive B. The care provided by the physician shall NOT total more than $7,500 in profit. C. The patient can see the physician if no alternative providers are within 40 minutes of the patient D. The physician can be a parent of the therapist's spouse as this is not considered immediate family
C) If there are no other providers for the patient to see, then it is considered lawful for the patient to see an immediate family member of the therapist. However, if another provider becomes available that is within the 40 minute duration then transfer of care must occur.
A licensed physical therapist who submits a recommendation on behalf of a licensee who is petitioning to terminate a probationary status early MUST meet which of the following requirements? A. Five years of full-time clinical practice prior to submission B. No record of citations at the time of submission C. Personal knowledge of the activities of the petitioner since the disciplinary action was taken by the board D. Bi-monthly follow up with the probation officer through telecommunication regarding the petitioner's compliance
C) In order for a licensed physical therapist to write a recommendation for a petitioning licensee on probation, the practitioner needs to have knowledge of the petitioner's activities following the disciplinary action. This allows for the physical therapist to speak to how the petitioner has complied with the probation.
Which of the following statements is TRUE when comparing an electroneuromyography and kinesiological electromyography certification? A. Following an electroneuromyography certification the licensee can also perform kinesiological electromyography B. Completion of gross anatomy is required for kinesiological electromyography but not electroneuromyography C. Both require the licensee to pass a written exam issued by the board D. Renewal for each certification is to occur every year
C) In order to use electroneuromyography or kinesiological electromyography a written exam that is administered by the board has to be passed specific to the certification that is being pursued.
Which of the following entities is responsible for the administration and enforcement of discipline upon licensees? A. American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties B. American Physical Therapy Association C. Physical Therapy Board of California D. California Physical Therapy Association
C) It is the Physical Therapy Board of California that is responsible for the administration and enforcement of discipline upon licensees. Each state can have differing rules and regulations which means it is up to the respective board of each state to be responsible for the disciplinary proceedings.
Which of the following ages represents the earliest that a 16 year old's patient record can be discarded? A. 19 B. 21 C. 23 D. 25
C) Patient records for a minor have to be maintained at least one year after they turn 18 and no less than seven years in total duration. In this instance the patient would be 23 when the records no longer have to be maintained.
Which of the following requirements MUST be met in order for a licensee to properly notify a physician about seeing a direct access patient? A. A physical therapy evaluation and one follow up is to have occurred prior to physician contact B. Facility supervisor shall sign the patient's record C. Written authorization is to be given by the patient D. Disclosure of any financial interest in seeing the patient shall be sent to the physician
C) Prior to notifying a patient's physician of direct access care, the licensee needs to have written authorization by the patient to contact the physician.
Which of the following responsibilities fall under the scope of a physical therapy license? A. Diagnosis of disease processes B. Use of electricity for wound cauterization C. Corrective treatment of bodily or mental conditions D. Implementation of radioactive materials for therapeutic intervention
C) The definition of physical therapy includes the use of corrective treatment of bodily or mental conditions through the use of the properties associated with heat, light, water, electricity, as well as exercise-based interventions. The implications of physical therapy upon mental conditions may be associated with exercises that affect areas such as stress and/or anxiety. A) A physical therapist licensee is not able to legally diagnose disease processes. This falls under the scope of practice for individuals such as medical doctors. B) A licensee is not able to use electricity for the cauterization of wounds. D) The use of X-rays (Roentgen rays) or radioactive materials does not fall under the scope of a physical therapy license.
How many hours does a mandated reporter have to create a written report after receiving information of suspected child abuse? A. 12 B. 24 C. 36 D. 48
C) The written report must be completed and sent within 36 hours of receiving the information.
Which of the following methods is considered appropriate for providing patients with the Notice to Consumers form 12-01 (NTC 12-01)? A. An email within 30 days of the initial evaluation B. Verbally stating the information and documenting that the conversation occurred C. Posting it in a visible location in the clinic D. Showing the document at the beginning of the first three appointments
C) There are two methods that the NTC 12-01 form can be properly provided. One is to have it in a visible area in the clinic displayed prominently. The second is to provide a copy of it to the patient or their representative. If the last option is taken, it is to then be signed and dated by the patient or the representative and then maintained in the patient's medical chart.
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a physical therapist's supervision of a foreign educated applicant? A. Two-way communication such as a telephone is sufficient while the applicant is treating B. In the absence of being physically present during patient care, discussion of treatment with the applicant must happen by the end of the business day C. Certification by the American Physical Therapy Association as a clinical instructor shall occur prior to the applicant participating in clinical service D. Weekly correspondence is to take place with a representative of the physical therapy board about the applicant's progress Congratulations! You answered C, which is correct. See the answer rationale below for more information.
CORRECT ANSWER: C) In order for a foreign educated applicant's clinical service requirements to be met, it needs to occur under the supervision of an APTA credentialed clinical instructor.
A licensee who practiced beyond the scope of physical therapy now has a suspended license. What is the MAXIMUM amount of time in months that the licensee can be suspended for this offense? A. 3 B. 6 C. 9 D. 12
D) 12 months is the maximum amount of time that a licensee can be suspended for a violation pertaining to practicing outside the scope of physical therapy.
What is the MAXIMUM number of days that an applicant can practice while awaiting the results of the first licensing examination? A. 30 B. 60 C. 90 D. 120
D) 120 days are what are allowed while awaiting the results of the first administered licensing examination. If the applicant has not taken the first administered licensing exam that follows graduation, once the 120 days are up, clinical practice must cease.
A licensee whose license has recently expired has how many years until a new license will have to be obtained? A. Two B. Three C. Four D. Five
D) A licensee with an expired license has five years to complete the requirements for renewal. Following that duration, the license cannot be renewed or re issued and a new license would have to be obtained.
Which of the following activities is an example of a non patient related task that a physical therapy aide can perform? A. Increasing weight for a leg press machine exercise B. Verbal cueing for isometric abdominal training C. Administering soft tissue mobilization to an involved body region D. Providing physical support with a gait belt during ambulation
D) A non patient related task is related to the observation of the patient, whereas a patient related task is a service that is provided directly to the patient. If the aide is only providing support during ambulation, the skill is not being directed towards patient intervention, and therefore is a form of observation. If the aide was directing the patient in the proper sequencing of gait while providing support, then it would be considered a patient related task.
Which of the following tasks can be performed by a physical therapist assistant? A. Document a patient re-evaluation B. Supervise an aide providing patient related care C. Be the sole physical therapy representative at a patient case conference D. Manage a physical therapy clinic
D) A physical therapist assistant is able to manage a clinic but if so, only a managerial role can be done as clinical practice is prohibited for the assistant.
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a physical therapist assistant student? A. Clinical training must occur under the direct and immediate supervision of a licensed physical therapist assistant B. A name tag that is worn for patient treatment must be in bold 14-point font C. The student must be identified as a physical therapist assistant license applicant during clinical rotations D. Any documentation performed by the student must be co-signed by the clinical instructor the same day that treatment occurred
D) A physical therapist assistant student's documentation must be signed by the clinical instructor on the same day as the treatment was delivered. The clinical instructor can either be the supervising physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant. On a weekly basis the supervising physical therapist shall review and document on the patients that the student has seen.
A licensee who is employed by a university may refer a patient to another facility owned by the same university if which of the following conditions are met? A. The institution has been fully credentialed for a minimum of five years B. Disclosure is sent to the physical therapy board C. A maximum of 15% of patients are seen within the institution D. No compensation is provided to the employee for the referral
D) An employee of a university is able to refer a patient to another facility owned by the university as long as no compensation is received for the referral.
How many years must an instructor of a continuing education course maintain attendees' records of completion? A. Four B. Five C. Six D. Seven
D) An instructor of a continuing education course has to maintain records for seven years, while the attendees maintain them for five years.
Which of the following topical medications are NOT approved for physical therapy use? A. Bactericidal B. Anti-inflammatory C. Debriding agents D. Antifungal
D) Antifungal topical medications are not included in the list of medications that a physical therapist is able to use in patient care.
Which of the following licensed professionals are NOT able to own shares in a physical therapy corporation? A. Podiatrists B. Registered nurses C. Speech-language therapists D. Chiropractors
D) Chiropractors are not listed among the individuals who are able to own shares in a physical therapy corporation.
What is the fee for renewal of licensure for therapists and assistants whose licenses will expire this year? A. $150 B. $200 C. $250 D. $300
D) For both assistants and therapists a $300 fee is required.
Which of the following signatures is a correct form a physical therapist can use? A. Dr. John Doe, PT B. Dr. John Doe, Physical Therapist C. Dr. Jane Doe, DPT D. Dr. Jane Doe, Doctor of Physical Therapy
D) In written communication, use of the title "Doctor" or the abbreviation "Dr." can precede a licensee's name, if the licensee's name is immediately followed by an unabbreviated specification of the applicable doctoral degree. In this case, there needs to be a specification as to which doctoral degree the therapist has.
Which of the following signatures is a correct form a physical therapist can use? A. Dr. John Doe, PT B. Dr. John Doe, Physical Therapist C. Dr. Jane Doe, DPT D. Dr. Jane Doe, Doctor of Physical Therapy
D) In written communication, use of the title "Doctor" or the abbreviation "Dr." can precede a licensee's name, if the licensee's name is immediately followed by an unabbreviated specification of the applicable doctoral degree. In this case, there needs to be specification as to which doctoral degree the therapist has.
Where is the Physical Therapy Board of California located? A. Bakersfield B. Fresno C. Los Angeles D. Sacramento
D) The Physical Therapy Board of California is located in the city of Sacramento. This is also where completed applications for licenses and additional certifications are kept.
Which of the following criteria is NOT considered by the board when determining to deny or reinstate a revoked license to a licensee who has committed a crime? A. Nature and severity of the crime B. Evidence that may be associated with the crime C. The level to which the licensee has complied with rehabilitation if required D. How long the licensee had been practicing clinically
D) The duration that the licensee had been practicing clinically does not matter when the board is assessing whether or not a license should be denied or reinstated. When a crime is committed, the criminal act itself is assessed regardless of how long the clinician had been in practice.
Which of the following statements about license renewal is TRUE? A. The license needs to be renewed by the first day of the licensee's birth month B. A criminal offense with a plea of no contest does not need to be disclosed during license renewal C. A license that is not renewed for three years following expiration cannot be reissued D. The board will mail a notice 60 days prior to the expiration date of the license
D) The notice for renewal, with a statement of the renewal fee and the date on which it is due, will be sent to the licensee's address that the board has on record 60 days prior to the due date.
A therapist who is going to begin seeing a cash pay patient through direct access is required to have which of the following? A. Documentation of a patient's verbal consent to direct access care B. Treatment frequency of at least one time per week for consistency C. A fax of the evaluation and objective findings sent to the patient's physician D. Written notice of what is entailed in direct access for the patient to see
D) The written notice shall include information such as the patient is limited to 12 visits, and that the patient must be seen within 45 calendar days prior to physician authorization being required.
An outpatient clinic currently has three full-time physical therapists and one physical therapist assistant. Which of the following numbers is the MAXIMUM number of additional full-time assistants that can be hired at this clinic? A. Two B.Three C.Four D. Five
D) Typically a physical therapist is able to supervise two assistants who are helping in the practice of physical therapy. However, a single therapist may be able to supervise more than two assistants if it is deemed safe by the Physical Therapy Board of California. In no case should the total number of assistants hired at one facility exceed a two physical therapist assistants to one regularly employed physical therapist ratio. For this clinic a total of six assistants can be working which leaves five additional spots to fill.
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a licensee that is in an inactive status? A. Cannot be disciplined by the board B. Physical therapy practice can only occur for a maximum of 15 hours a week C. License renewal is to occur every year D. Requirements for continuing education are waived
D) While a licensee is in an inactive status, there are no continuing education requirements in order to maintain that status.
