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Location of the Board Correct Answer-Sacramento Who is the creator and enforcer of the practice act? Correct Answer-the PTBC what is the role of the PTBC? Correct Answer-protection of the public is the highest priority, whenever the protection of the public is inconsistent with other interests sought to be promoted, it is the protection of the public that shall be paramount what is the physical therapy corporation the governmental agency referred to in the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act? Correct Answer-the Physical Therapy Board of California Who issues and suspends/revokes/disciplines PT licenses? Correct Answer-PTBC what are Board member requirements? Correct Answer-1 PT involved in the education of physical therapists, 3 licensed PTs with at least 5 years experience, 3 public members who cannot be licentiates of the PTBC board or ANY other board under the Medical Board of California *Governor of CA appoints the PT members and 1 public member What are the requirements of the public members of the board Correct Answer- May not be a current or past licensee of that board or be a close family member of a licensee of that board

how many terms may a person on the board serve? Correct Answer-no more than 2 consecutive terms 1 term=4 years What date does the term of the board member of PTBC expire? Correct Answer- 1st of June after 4 years (1 term) when does the board meet? Correct Answer-3 meetings annually, on in norcal and one in socal in the cities of Sacramento, Los Angeles and San Francisco Pt records requested by PTBC Correct Answer-If pt's written authorization is given, the release of records shall be given within 15 days or a penalty of $ will occur every day starting on 16th day. what is required during student/intern documentation? Correct Answer-the student/intern will document all treatment completed by the student/intern with the CI countersigning who may receive a capital stock in a professional corporation? Correct Answer- only to a licensed person Direct Access within scope of PT Correct Answer-PT has 45 calendar days (NOT business days) or 12 visits (whichever comes first) for tx of pt At this time a signature and date upon the PT's POC must occur by an individual licensed by the medical board of CA or the osteopathic medical board of CA -for approval of the therapist's POC, an in person pt exam by the licensed practitioner of the entities listed above shall occur.

What must happen prior to initiation of services for direct access? Correct Answer- Patient receives notice orally and in size 14 font how does one renew a license? Correct Answer-apply for renewal on a board approved form pay the renewal fee submit proof of the completion of continuing education or comptency required by the board how do you get certified in kinesiological electromyography? Correct Answer- must complete at least 200 clock hours of progressive level training under a PT or licensed physician authorized to perform kinesiological electromyograplhy AND documentation of completion of 50 kinesiological electromyographical examinations how do you get certified in electroneuromyography? Correct Answer-must complete at least 400 clock hours of progressive level training under a PT or licensed physician authorized to perform AND documentation of completion of 200 examinations What is the cost for certification to penetrate tissue? Correct Answer-Exa $ Application $ Renewal $ How long are patient records kept for after discharge? Correct Answer-At least 7 years

How long are unemancipated minors patient records kept for? Correct Answer-At least one year after the patient turns 18 and not in any case less than 7 years. What is the license renewal fee? Correct Answer-$300 and documentation of continuing competency When will PTBC send out notice of renewal? Correct Answer-60 days prior How many days may a PT practice if they are fleeing to CA due to a government emergency? Correct Answer-60 days from date of declared emergency How many days may a PT who is licensed in another state practice PT in CA? Correct Answer-No more than 60 calendar days in a year. PT licensed in another state who is teaching, researching, or providing PT in the state of CA (including sports teams) may practice without a CA license What happens if you fail to renew the license? Correct Answer-If under 5 years, pay the fee and show CEUs. If over 5 years, it cannot be reissued, but an application for a new license can occur if the NPTE is retaken. Who can get an exemption from the license renewal fee? Correct Answer-Full time military- if the renewal period is within 60 days of the PT d/c from military the fee is waived. A retired license.

How many days does the board have after the completion of the application to report decision for approving applicant? Correct Answer-60 days How to get a waiver of the renewal fee? Correct Answer-If a disability does not allow an individual to practice. If Pt performs unpaid PT as a volunteer A retired license How does one discontinue disability status? Correct Answer-A form stating that the disability does not exist or inhibit safe practice must be issued by the board and signed by a physician what is the Diversion Program? Correct Answer-the PTBC program for drugs and alcohol addiction What fees are involved for failing the NPTE? Correct Answer-Reexamination Fee How many times can you retake the NPTE? Correct Answer-3 times in 12 months. If still has not passed 12 months from the date of original notice, new application and app fee are required PLUS the re-exam fee How many years do you have to pay the license fee after initiating an application? Correct Answer-Application is abandoned if fee is not paid 5 years after passing NPTE

What is considered cheating on the NPTE? Correct Answer-Sharing info on the exam Copying answers Allowing someone to copy Using professional exam takers What is the fine for cheating on NPTE? Correct Answer-Not to exceed $10, plus litigation fees When to use "PT'' or "Doctor"? Correct Answer-Orally or written if followed by an UNABBREVIATED specification of the degree after How much clinical experience is required for a PT? Correct Answer-At least 18 weeks of full time How much clinical experience is required for a PTA? Correct Answer-Around 16 weeks full time Equivalent training for a PTA compared to an approved PTA school education? Correct Answer--Military training with 550 hours related to PTA and 350 hours supervised clinical -36 months full time work experience with 30 semesters or 40 quarter units in courses such as anatomy or kinies --18 months patient related tasks under PT --work experience must be within 10 years of license and 50% in last 5 years --GE requirements -Full time is 40 hours a week

What are the foreign education requirements? Correct Answer--Full transcript -TOEFL -9 months of clinical service with an APTA certified CI at an approved location -Sit the NPTE How many PTAs can a PT supervise? Correct Answer-Max of 2 PTBC may approve more if they feel there is adequate supervision and safety is not compromised Absolute MAX ratio of PTA to PT in employment at a facility? Correct Answer- NEVER shall the number of PTAs exceed 2x PT as regularly employed at a facility Does the PT need to be on site with PTA? Correct Answer-No, available via phone is ok What is the fine for the PTA without a license? Correct Answer-Misdemeanor $1000 fine and/or 6 months imprisonment PTA shall not: Correct Answer--perform anything prior to eval of patient by PT -document eval or reeval -document d.c -establish or change POC -write Progress note to another health care professional -be sole therapist rep in meeting -supervise PT aide -provide treatment if the PTA also holds a management position (can hire or fire)

What is the clinical service requirements for foreign educated PT? Correct Answer--CI will perform 2 evals (midterm and final) -A month can be waived for every month of service performed in a different state (all9 months can be waived) -Three months can be waived if a course in law and ethics is completed at a post secondary institution. Three months cal be waived if 4 CEU in ethics are completed. What is a PT student vs Intern? Correct Answer-Intern has finished all coursework How does a PT counter sign a student note? Correct Answer-FIRST INITIAL and last name on the same day care was provided What size font must be used on name tags? Correct Answer-18 point Who can a PTLA supervise? Correct Answer-No one. No aides or PTAs How many days can a PTLA practice? Correct Answer-120 days under the DIRECT supervision of a PT who is onsite pending results of first licensing test available (must take) What happens to PTLA status after passing NPTE? Correct Answer-Remains until license is issued What happens if PTLA fails NPTE? Correct Answer-They lose PTLA status, also can happen if the application is denied or the person does not take the FIRST possible test.

Who can be the CI for a PTA? Correct Answer-Can be a licensed PTA but all clinical performance occurs under the PT. Supervision on site. Who counter signs for a PTA student? Correct Answer-PTA can do so. must be done on the same day. What is required from the supervision of the PT for a PTA student? Correct Answer-PT will conduct weekly case review of patients the PTA student has seen and document the review was completed. How many aides can a PT supervise? Correct Answer-One during patient related task What tasks can a PT aide perform? Correct Answer-Patient related task or non patient related task What is a non patient related task? Correct Answer-Task related to the observation of the patient This includes transport of patient, providing only physical support of patient during gait, transfer, etc What is a patient related task? Correct Answer-PT service directly delivered to the patient Example: Ther ex

Can only be performed after PT has performed IE What must happen from the PT before an aide can perform patient related task? Correct Answer-PT must eval and document aide's competency in a way that it can be available to PTBC upon request What level of immediate supervision is needed from PT for PT aides? Correct Answer--PT on site in close proximity -PT must perform direct patient related task on same day aide works on patient -PT responsible for all aide tasks -Aide must be 18 -periodic reeval of the patient must be documented as necessary For unprofessional action, license can receive a citation, denial, probation, or suspension for how long? Correct Answer-Not more than 12 months What are some things that can cause a disciplinary offense with PTBC? Correct Answer--Common sense things -False advertising -Taking longer than 15 days to provide documents requested by the board What are the guidelines for sexual activity? Correct Answer-Patient is NOT able to give free, full, or informed consent. What happens if PT is charged as a sex offender? Correct Answer-License revoked without potential for reissue.

What is a rehab eval committee? Correct Answer-For substance abuse, and has 3 members who determine if its safe for the person to return to treatment Who is eligible for rehab eval committee? Correct Answer-Members who have been free from substance abuse for three years Can serve for 4 year term What are the criteria for acceptance into Diversion? Correct Answer-Voluntary Agreement to med/psych eval Agreement in writing to participate Participation fee is covered by participant. Confidential What happens if the Diversion program is terminated? Correct Answer-If terminated in anything other than completion the PTBC will investigate and if necessary proceed with disciplinary action. what are some examples of a misdemeanor? Correct Answer-cheating/exposing/subverting the license exam referring clients with a deal

false advertising failing to perform duty as mandated reporter performing clearly excessive treatment acting/referring or calling a PTA without appropriate credentialing what is considered inactive statues Correct Answer-no engaging in activity that requires an active PT license you have 30 days to report to the board prior to unprofessional conduct if: Correct Answer-an indictment or felany is charged against the licensee the licensee is arrested the licensee is convicted of any verdict of guilty or pleas of guilty or no contest of any felony or misdemeanor how much is the PTA license? Correct Answer-$ what is a requirement of a PTA-LA? Correct Answer-they must have a weekly conference with the supervising PT Shareholders roles Correct Answer-If corporation has one shareholder then that individual shall be the president and treasurer

If 2 shareholders then president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer shall be filled what are PTs mandated reporters of in the state of California? Correct Answer-self harm elder abuse child abuse spousal abuse Other professions who can own shares of PT corp Correct Answer-MDs Acupuncturists OTs Speech pathologists RNs PAs what is included in CA approved credentialing agencies? Correct Answer-1. Foreign Credentialing Commission on Physical Therapy

2. International Credentialing Associates
3. International Consultants of Delaware

4. International Education Research Foundation what is considered an "Hour"? in continuing education? Correct Answer-an "Hour"= 50 minutes of instructions Referrals Correct Answer-Cannot be to individuals, institutiions, or family memebers where a financial interest is present for referring practitioner. -unlawful if financial interest is equal or greater than 5% of whole service provided or $ *exception a referral can be given for a good or service if there is no alternative service within 25 miles or 40 minutes of patient's home what should be included in the records of continuing education? Correct Answer- the title of the course/activity the date taken/completed record of participation what is electroneuromyography? Correct Answer-means the performance of tissue penetration for the purpose of evaluating neuromuscular performance does include the evaluation of specific abnormal potentials and evoked responses what is required of a change of address/residence? Correct Answer-must be reported to the board within 30 days (citation + fine is penalty) when does the license of a PT expire? Correct Answer-at midnight of the last day of the birth month of the licensee during the second year of a two year term

what is the earliest date an applicant can reapply for a license after being revoked? Correct Answer-one year from the effective date of the decision for mental or physical illness *No petition will be considered while practitioner is under sentence for any criminal offense Each petition must have 2 recommendations by PTs who know the individual and are aware of the disciplinary action that licensee received. Three years for unprofessional conduct (can be reduced to 2) two for early termination of a probation sentence of 3 or more years How many days does someone have to accept or refute a letter of reprimand? Correct Answer-15 days Who can get an expedited license reinstatement? Correct Answer-Honorable discharge from military or military spouses. how many hours of continuing education is required? Correct Answer-30 hours every 2 years in which case may a persons share be sold and transferred to the corporation? Correct Answer-upon death or disqualification must happen within 6 months after death or 90 days after person is labeled as disqualified

when do EMG certifications need to be renewed? Correct Answer-with each PTs license how do you return to active status from inactive status? Correct Answer-pay the renwal and any continued comptency fees complete 3 CEUs what is a "PT of record" Correct Answer-the PT that completed the initial evaluation unless reassignment to another PT occured what is required of name tags? Correct Answer-must be worn by all personnel performing patient-related tasks and must have at least size 18 point font Alternate ways to obtain CEUs Correct Answer-Publish peer reviewed article = 5 hours per article Develop CE course = 4 hours per course Subject matter expert for FSBPT, ABPTS = 6 hours Board appointed task force = 6 hours *above point cap 16 hours per cycle Be a CI with a clinical rotation for at least 4 weeks = 12 hours (capped) What is a PT corporation? Correct Answer-Corporation that is authorized to render professional services

What must the name of a PT corp include? Correct Answer-must contain physical therapy or physical therapist What is the government agency referred to in Moscone-Knox professional act? Correct Answer-PTBC Moscone-Knox states that a corporation will render a professional service in _____ Correct Answer-a single profession Shareholders in a physical therapy corporation do not need to be all PTs as long as the total number of shares given to a non-PT is ____ Correct Answer-does not exceed 49% so PT has to own at least 51% What other professionals can own part of a PT corp? Correct Answer-MD Acu OT Speech RN PA What happens if the corp has only one shareholder? Roles Correct Answer-They serve as President and treasurer What happens if the corp has two shareholders? Roles Correct Answer-Positions of Pres, VP, secretary, treasurer must be filled

Can a PT own shares in more than one corp? Correct Answer-Yes Who can you not refer to? Correct Answer-Referrals cannot be to individuals, institutions, or family members where a financial interest is present for the practitioner doing the referring A referral is considered unlawful if the financial interest is equal to or greater than what? Correct Answer-5% of the whole service provided or $5, Who are considered immediate family? Correct Answer-Spouse Children Parents and In Laws Spouse of Children What are exceptions to the referral restrictions? Correct Answer-If no alternative within 25 miles or 40 min of the patient's house. What must be provided in the case of the exception to the referral restrictions to the patient? Correct Answer-written disclosure of financial interest What is the rule for referrals for a facility owned by a university? Correct Answer- Can do it if there is no compensation for the referral. If another facility becomes available for referral (if referred to under an exception) what happens? Correct Answer-Referral to the new facility shall occur within 6 months from the time the licensee becomes aware of the provider (or should have reasonably become aware)

When are citations administered? Correct Answer-For violation of PT practice act or a regulation adopted by the board How many years before a citation is wiped from record? Correct Answer-5 years In what case is a citation not wiped? Correct Answer-If multiple citations occur in a 5 year window, they all remain until the most recent one has passed 5 years what is the consequence of unprofessional conduct? Correct Answer-charged with a misdemeanor and punishable by fine not exceeding $1000 or imprisonment in county jail not exceeding 6 months or both how much is a duplicate wall certificate? Correct Answer-$ How much is a PT application fee? Correct Answer-$200 not to exceed $ How much is a PTA application fee? Correct Answer-$200 not to exceed $ How much is a PT license fee? Correct Answer-$100 not to exceed $ How much is a PTA license fee? Correct Answer-$ The fee to renew a PT license is? Correct Answer-$ The fee to renew a PTA license is? Correct Answer-$

what is required to apply for an exemption from continuing education? Correct Answer-1. evidence that during the renewal perior prior to the expiration, the licensee was residing in another country for a year or longer

2. evidence that licensee was absent from california bcause of military service for a period of one year or longer
3. reasons of health including: total phsyical and or mental disability for 1 year or more and inability to work
4. Health of an immediate family member for whom the PT has full responsibility An exception cannot be granted for ___ consecutive renewal periods. Correct Answer-Two What is inactive status? Correct Answer-Used if exemption is needed for 2 or more renewal periods. Has the same renewal time period as active status How to return to active after inactive status? Correct Answer-Individual must pay renewal fee, CEU fees, complete CEUs (30 units) what five things may be included in advertising by a licensed PT? Correct Answer-
5. name of the practitioner
6. adresses and telephone numbers of the offices maintained by the practitioners
7. statement of languages other than english
8. statement of office hours regularly maintained by the practitioner
9. statement that a practitioner is certified by a private or public board/agency or statement that the practitioner limits his/her practice to specific fields

How long must records continuing education records be kept and maintained? Correct Answer-for 5 years what are PT approved topical medications? Correct Answer-Bacteriocidal agents debriding agents topical anesthetic agents anti-inflammatory agents antispasmodic agents adrenocortico-steroids what must be included in the required amount of CEUs? Correct Answer-2 hours of ethics/laws/regulations or some combination 4 hours in life support for healthcare providers what is true about providing nutritional advice? Correct Answer-State law allows any person to provide nutritional advice including the role of food and food ingredients, dietary supplements How many max CEUs can you get from alternate sourceS? Correct Answer-16 per cycle

can PTs order topical medications to administer? Correct Answer-No, must be ordered on a specific basis by a practitioner legally authorized to order or prescribe such medications how long does the board have to inform an applicant if the application is complete or deficient? Correct Answer-30 days from submission for application for licensure and graduation with what specific information is missing/required what is required of a change of name? Correct Answer-must report the the board within 30 days (citation + fine is penalty) what must the posted sign at offices practicing EMG read? Correct Answer-The findings in this report do not represent diagnostic interpretations or medical diagnosis. the results of electromyographic examination by the certified examiner are intnded for integration by the physician and surgeon with the patients hisotry, clinical examination, and the results of any other tests performed in establishing a medical diagnosis how long must continuing education providers retain documentation of course content and attendees? Correct Answer-for 7 years after completion of the course how must licensed PTs report for mandated reporting? Correct Answer-Initial report by telephone to the agency immediately/ASAP AND fax/send/transmit written follow-up report within 36 hours of receiving the information concerning the event of child abuse and 2 working days for an injury

Who is the call for mandated reporting to? Correct Answer-Local authorities Who is the written up for mandated reporting to? Correct Answer-Shall be on a form adopted by the office of emergency services or org of similar nature for injuries department of justice for abuse Is the written follow-up needed if the person abused or injured is deceased? Correct Answer-Yes What type of crime is failure to report? Correct Answer-Misdemeanor What should report include for mandated reporting? Correct Answer-1. name of victim

2. location of victim
3. character/extent of injury
4. identity of alleged abused Are mandated reports confidential? Correct Answer-Yes how long do you have to provide the board with requested certified copies of documents prior to unprofessional conduct? Correct Answer-15 days EXCEPTION: illness or travel

how many continuing education hours are required for FIRST TIME license renewals? Correct Answer-15 hours must be submitted prior to the expiration of license How many days do you have to report change of name? Correct Answer-30 days Punishment for not reporting change of name in timely manner? Correct Answer- Citation and fine how much is the delinquency fee for late renewal? Correct Answer-50% of the renewal fee can topical medications be administered by a PT? if so, how? Correct Answer-Yes Direct application iontophoresis phonophoresis When may administrative fines increase up to $5000? Correct Answer-if the board determines at least one of the following circumstances: involves present/immediate threat to health and safety of another person multiple violations or willful disregard of the law violations perpetrated against a senior citizen or disabled person

history of 2 or more prior citations for the same or similar violations what is required of offices that practice EMG? Correct Answer-they must give the patient a hand-out and have a posted sign Direct Access Correct Answer-a PT may evaluate without a referral or a diagnosis. Pt's condition must be within the scope of practice - if not a referral to the appropriate entity shall occur what is required of life support classes? Correct Answer-they must be comparable or better than the American Health Association's BLS course for healthcare providers if more than on person is involved in the knowledge of child abuse/neglect, do they both have to report? Correct Answer-no, they may agree to select on to report are licensee's with inactive license still under the authority of the board for any disciplinary action or enforcement? Correct Answer-YES what is required in written protocols for the administration of medication? Correct Answer-description of the medication its actions its indications/contraindications proper procedure/technique for application