2015 Pt Florida Jurisprudence Exam

Front 1

is a health care profession in florida and governed by all applicable rules and regulations of the state.

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Physical therapy (physiotherapy)

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what are the terms and uses of Practice of Physical Therapy?

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assessments,preventions, rehab with use physical, chemical, air , electricity, exercise, massage, UV light,infrared, ultrasound, water, and mechanical equipment.

acupuncture without skin penetration

electromyography with compliance from board of medicine

performance tests to evaluate neuromuscular function

treatment plan by PT

no chiropractic spinal manipulations

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how many days may a pt be treated without a referral?

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21 days. after 21 days a tx plan must be signed off by a medical doctor, dentist, podiatrist, osteopath, or chiropractor .

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requirements to become a PT?

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meets eligibility criteria

practices physical therapy according to the applicable laws and rules that apply to a PT under statute 486

license in good standing

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requirements to become a PTA?

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meets florida eligibility requirements

license is in good standing

activities are performed under the direction of a PT

patient related activities may be supervised by an orthopedic surgeon, physiatrist, or chiropractor and with the general supervision of a physical therapist but not necessarily onsite

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what type of supervision should Support Personnel have ?

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must have direct supervision

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what is the board of physical therapy practice?

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Board within States Department of Health

Seven members appointed by the governor

5 are PTs

2 are consumers and have never been licensed healthcare professionals

administer oaths, summons witness, take testimony, modify minimum standards of practice and has the authority to deny, suspend and , revoke PT and PTA licenses.

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who issues your license?

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document that is granted by the Board of Physical Therapy Practice and issued by the Department of Health allowing a PT or PTA to practice pt.

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how does a license become delinquent?

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when requirements for licensure are not maintained in a current status and current licensure fees are not paid.

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how does a license become inactive?

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if a licensee no longer wishes to practice. whomever chooses must pay inactive status fee.

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how is a license reactivated ?

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application for renewal with fees

meet CEU requirements

proof that a practitioner has actively engaged in the practice of PT in good standing in another state for the 4 years immediately preceding the filing of an application for reinstatement ; or applies for state exam

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who requires an update of address change?

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the Board of PT and Dept.of Health

must be received within 60 days of change

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means supervision by a physical therapist of another PT or PTA or individual working as support personnel

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what is direct supervision

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individuals in the clinic not holding a current physical therapy license.

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who are support personnel

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who is considered support personnel ?

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athletic trainers, personal trainers, yoga instructor , aide , nursi

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what is general supervision?

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PTA and PT must have communication accessibility and be in the geographic proximity.

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How many CEUs must a PT and PTA have ?

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24 hours each biennium

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how are the CEUs approved ?

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they must be approved by a college/university that trains and educates physical therapists and PTAs.

or sponsored and approved by the American or Florida Physical Therapy Associations

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who is responsible for maintaining CEU hours?

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YOU ARE.... random audits are performed by the Board of Health.

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what is sexual misconduct considered in the practice of PT?

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where by the PT/PTA induces or makes the attempt to engage in sexual activity with a patient.

is strictly prohibited!

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what are the grounds for disciplinary action of a licensee?

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safety for patients due to mental illness

narcotic and alcohol abuse that alter mental and physical condition

committing fraud or deceit

found guilty or convicted of a crime related to the practice of physical therapy in any state

plea of nolo contendere which is an example of being convicted of a crime outside the scope of PT and you are a risk to patients

treating ailments by other means of physical therapy

failure to meet the Minimum Standards of Physical Therapy Practice

accepting kick backs, rebate , or refund of fees

having a licensed revoked or suspended , or receiving disciplinary action

not abiding by a written order of law

filing false reports

practicing or offering services outside the scope of physical therapy

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what type of disciplinary actions are imposed and must be met for a licensee?

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fines and interest for late payments

required CEU coursework

participation in the dept. of healths physician recovery network

supervision and monitoring of clinical practice by physical therapist appointed by the board

personal appearance to the board

personal reports to the board and or therapist monitor

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what is false representation of licensure considered?

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referring to themselves was a PT or PTA when licensed is suspended or revoked

any words , symbols, phrases, or signs of suggestion

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what prohibited acts and penalties are considered misdemeanors of the first degree?

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practicing without a current license

practicing with suspended or revoked license

non renewed license

obtain a license by misrepresentation

referring to oneself as a PT/PTA with current license

knowingly conceal info relating to violations

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is the empowerment and authorization of the PT to the PTA or unlicensed personnel to carry out actions that are subject to licensure

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what is delegation?

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supervision to a subordinate. PT to PTA or PTA to unlicensed personnel.

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what is direct supervision ?

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PTA does not require onsite supervision by the PT. PT must be accessible by 2 way communication.

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what is general supervision?

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what Personnel responsibilities and Rights of Dignity must be carried out by the therapists?

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safety, well being , and best interest. communicate tx effectively and tx techniques be carried out before starting.

seek approval from parents or legal guardians is a requirement in the case of minor children or the incompetent patient.

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how should confidentiality be kept?

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verbally or in writing is a requirement

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what must be obtained before releasing information to a third party about a patient.?

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written authorization by the patient or the patients legally authorized representative.

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patients info to a third party for financial gain is no t permissible and considered?

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what is exploitation?

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what are the PT responsibilities?

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1. provide the referring physician any info that may help the physician in a medical diagnosis

2. recognize contraindicated procedures and notify referring physician immediately

3. shall not require tx tasks to anyone without the skill or knowledge.

4.tx plan development

5. interpretation of referral and documentation

6. revising goals

7 consultation with other health care professionals

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who maintains documentation that includes initial assessment, tx plan, progress notes, test results, and discharge summary?

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the PT

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who documents the initial assessment , tx plan, progress notes, test results, and discharge summary?

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the PT

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what are the PTAs responsibilities?

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1. never change tx prior to assessment or approval of the physical therapist.

2. only provide care to a patient in a hospital if the PT is readily available for consultation

3. do not provide care that could be detrimental or lack of knowledge.

4. report all patient responses or stop tx that may endanger a patient

5. questions regarding prognosis to PT

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what type of supervision is needed in an outpatient setting when the pt is in the acute phase.?

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direct supervision

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what type of supervision is required for a PTA who is employed by a orthopedic surgeon, physiatrist , or chiropractor?

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the must be under general supervision of a PT.

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what type of supervision is required for a PTA employed by a physician other than a Board certified ortho, chiropractor, or physiatrist?

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on site supervision by a physical therapist

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the board must be contacted within how many days of an address change?

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60 days

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how many hours of testing human subjects needed for EMG?

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200 hours

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how many tests on neurological involved patients for EMG qualification?

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100 tests

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how long should medical records be kept for maintenance after the death of a practitioner?

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2 years

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following the death of a practitioner, how long before the public must be notified?

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one month with a newspaper article

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after 22 months since the death of the practitioner how should the public be notified of there records?

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at the conclusion of 22 months the patients should be notified by public record that there records will be destroyed in one month

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how soon should the public be notified of relocation or termination?

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30 days prior

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charge for first 25 pages of medical records?

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1.00 per page

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charge after the first 25 pages of medical records?

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.25 per page

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are PT/PTAs able to retain custody of a medication after filling by a pharmacist?

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yes

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what are the different types of disciplinary actions carried out after an offense?

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suspension, revocation, probation with direct or indirect supervision, fines from 10000-$500 per offense, payment of depts investigation,physician recovery network, reprimand, CEUs, community service , retake jurisprudence exam.

Front 50

how many hours of HIV/Aids trying no later than the first renewal of licensure?

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1 clock hour

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how many hours of Prevention of medical errors?

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2 contact hours each biennium. cours includes root cause analysis, error reduction and prevention, pt safety, medical documentation and communication, indications and contraindications, patient management, and pharmacology components

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a clock hour is how many minutes (CEH)?

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50 minutes

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the 24 hours of CEUs required each biennium must also include which class?

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2 hours of medical errors training

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how many hours are rewarded after the completion of the jurisprudence exam?

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2 CEH

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how long should all documents be kept after completing a CEU course?

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4 years from completion