District of Columbia Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Exam 2024: Complete Solutions, Exams of Nursing

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Complete Solutions Applicant - correct answer A person applying for a license to practice physical therapy Board - correct answer The Board of Physical Therapy Physical therapist - correct answer A person licensed to practice physical therapy Physical therapist's aide - correct answer A person trained by a physical therapist to perform designated routine tasks related to the operation of a physical therapy service under the DIRECT SUPERVISION of a physical therapist Physical therapist's assistant - correct answer A graduate of a PTA program who performs selected physical therapy procedures and related tasks under the DIRECT SUPERVISION of a physical therapist Who provides prescriptions or referrals for PT? - correct answer Physician, osteopath, dentist, podiatrist, or advanced registered nurse Powers and duties of the board - correct answer Evaluate qualifications of licensees Adopt passing scores for examinations Issue licenses, permits, or certificates Regulate, practice, adopt, and revise rules Report and publish disciplinary action Issue subpoenas, examine witnesses, and administer oaths Issue advisories Where do fees and fines go? - correct answer Deposited to the General Fund of the District The continuing education section does not apply to? - correct answer Applicants for the first renewal of a license granted by examination Applicant for renewal of a license needs to have how much continuing education? - correct answer 4 units / 40 hours of continuing education credit in a 2-year period Inactive status applying for reactivation of license needs to have how much continuing education? - correct answer 2 units / 20 hours of continuing education credit for each license year Applicant for reinstatement of a license that has EXPIRED needs to have how much continuing education? - correct answer 2 units / 20 hours of continuing education credit for each license year that was in expired status UP TO a maximum of 10 units / 100 hours Proof of completion of CEU needs to include: - correct answer Name/address of program sponsor

Complete Solutions Name/location of program Subject matter covered Names of instructors Hours of credit claimed Verification of completion with signature/stamp If an applicant for renewal of a license fails to submit proof of CE by the date the license expires, how long does the applicant have to renew the license? - correct answer Can't practice until renewal May renew license up to 60 days after expiration by SUBMITTING PROOF and PAYING THE LATE FEE. If an applicant for renewal fails to submit proof of CEs and pay late fees within 60 days after expiration, what happens? - correct answer License deemed to have LAPSED Applicant has to apply for REINSTATEMENT Can the Board grant an extension of the 60-day period to renew after expiration? - correct answer YES, if there's "good cause"

1. Serious illness of applicant
2. Death or serious illness of applicant's immediate family member Continuing education programs can include - correct answer College courses Seminars/workshops Educational programs at conferences In-service training Home-study courses Online courses A continuing education program have the following to be approved by the Board: - correct answer Current subject matter Developed and taught by qualified individuals Administered by qualified organization OR submit to the Board for review ≥60 days prior to presentation Who has the burden of verifying whether a program is approved by the Board? - correct answer The applicant

Complete Solutions For an applicant who is the sole author of a published book review, review paper, or abstract, how much CE credit can they get? - correct answer 1 unit / 10 hours for review paper/abstract Continuing education unit - correct answer 10 hours of continuing education credit hours 1 unit = 10 hours 1 hour ≥ 50 min Need a license to practice a "health occupation" EXCEPT in these circumstances - correct answer - Emergency

• Federal employee acting in official discharge
• Licensed in another state, in DC to consult/examine/treat/advise a specific patient in DC
• Licensed in a state that has reciprocity with DC General Qualifications of Applicants - correct answer - Not convicted
• ≥ 18 yo
• Passed an exam
• Any other requirements stated by DC/ the Mayor Foreign Applicants - correct answer - Education and training need to be substantially equivalent to requirements in DC
• pass the English proficiency exam
• Pass the exam approved by the Board What can happen if your license was revoked or suspended in another state (or if you're the subject of pending disciplinary action regarding the right to practice in another state)? - correct answer The Board may deny the license What are the educational requirements to get a PT license? - correct answer Furnish proof (transcripts) that you've graduated from a professional PT education program. Requirements on application for licensure - correct answer - Submit application
• Pay fees
• Provide SSN How often should the Board exam be given? - correct answer At least 2x per year When can the Board waive the exam requirements? - correct answer - When applicant meets requirements for licensure by RECIPROCITY or ENDORSEMENT

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• If the person has been certified by a national exam board if it is determined that the exam was effective for testing of professional competence in DC What do you need before taking a licensure exam? - correct answer Must have pre-approval from the Board (then you get your ATT, etc) What exams does a PT applicant need? - correct answer The national examination and the District examination What order do you have to take the exams in? - correct answer The applicant may take the national and District examinations in any order What happens if you do not pass either examination on the first attempt? - correct answer Have to get approval from the Board for subsequent attempts to retake the examination. What has to happen before the Board may approve for subsequent testing beyond 3 attempts?
• correct answer The applicant has to submit proof demonstrating having successfully completed any remediation as determined by the Board. How do you get licensed by reciprocity or endorsement? - correct answer - Be licensed/certified and good standing in another state (that has requirements that are substantially equivalent to DC AND has reciprocity with DC) OR
• Certified/accredited by a recognized national accrediting association (that has requirements that are substantially equivalent to DC) What does the application process for endorsement require? - correct answer - Official, certified proof of licensure as a PT in good standing from another jurisdiction in the US
• Proof of passing the NPTE
• Also have to take the DC jurisprudence exam When does a PT license expire? - correct answer At 12:00 midnight of January 31st of each odd-numbered year. When does a license expire (from the date of its first issuance or renewal)? - correct answer A license expires 1 year from the date of its first issuance or renewal (unless renewed by the board that issued it). When does the Board have to send a renewal notice? - correct answer At least 30 days before the license expires.

Complete Solutions What is a restricted license? - correct answer A license upon which the board has placed any restrictions. Unlicensed - correct answer An individual who fails to renew a license to practice a health occupation shall be considered to be unlicensed. Have to be licensed to use these terms or any similar title/description with the intent to represent that the person practices physical therapy - correct answer PT LPT RPT PTT Physical therapy Physical therapist Physiotherapist Physical therapy technician Can a PT purchase/ store/ administer topical and aerosol medications? - correct answer Yes How does a PT denote licensure under the Act? - correct answer A physical therapist shall use the letters "PT" in connection with the therapist's name or place of business. Have to be authorized to practice physical therapy the terms, or any other words, abbreviations, or insignia indicating or implying directly or indirectly that physical therapy is provided or supplied. - correct answer Physical therapy Physical therapist PT DPT LPT RPT A PT shall protect the patient's right to privacy by not divulging confidential information without consent of the patient or guardian UNLESS - correct answer - Required by law

• In the judgement of the physical therapist, the info is needed to protect the patient or the community Fee transparency - correct answer A PT shall provide information about fees upon request by the patient

Complete Solutions Reporting illegal or unsafe practice of PT - correct answer A PT who has info of illegal/ unsafe practice of PT shall promptly report the info to the Board 5 Roles of the PT - correct answer 1. Management of patients

2. Consultation
3. Education
4. Research
5. Administration 7 Core Values of PT - correct answer Accountability Altruism Compassion/Caring Excellence Integrity Professional Duty Social Responsibility Principle #1: "Physical therapists shall respect the inherent dignity and rights of all individuals" - correct answer Core values: Compassion Integrity Principle #2: "Physical therapists shall be trustworthy and compassionate in addressing the rights and needs of patients/clients." - correct answer Core values: Altruism Compassion Professional Duty Principle #3: "Physical therapists shall be accountable for making sound professional judgments." - correct answer Core values: Excellence Integrity

Complete Solutions Scope of practice: preventing injury, impairment, functional limitation, and disability - correct answer Preventing injury, impairment, functional limitation, and disability, including the promotion and maintenance of health, wellness, fitness, and quality of life in all age populations A physical therapist shall provide - correct answer Initial evaluation Periodic reevaluation Documented discharge including the response to therapeutic intervention A PT shall assure the qualifications of supervisees, including - correct answer PT students PTAs PT aides First-time applicants practicing How many supervisees can a PT have under direct supervision at any one time? - correct answer No more than THREE at any given time PT should do what with supervisee's documentation? - correct answer Review and co-sign While the initial license is pending, a first-time applicant for a PT license may practice PT under - correct answer DIRECT SUPERVISION of a PT licensed in DC A first-time applicant practicing PT under direct supervision who fails the NPTE or the DC exam on the FIRST ATTEMPT has to - correct answer STOP PRACTICING until a PT license is duly issued to that individual A student or applicant may practice PT under - correct answer DIRECT SUPERVISION of a licensed PT A student or applicant shall identify him/herself - correct answer Identify yourself a student or applicant at all times when performing actions of a physical therapist How responsible is a licensed PT for a student/applicant? - correct answer FULLY RESPONSIBLE And is subject to disciplinary action for any violation of the Act or this chapter by the person supervised If the Board finds that a student/applicant has violated the Act or this chapter - correct answer The Board may (in addition to other disciplinary actions) revoke/ suspend/ restrict the privilege of the student/applicant to practice What can a PTA do? - correct answer Under the DIRECT SUPERVISION of a PT:

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• Use therapeutic exercise/ traction/ massage/ compression/ heat/ cold/ UV/ water/ electricity
• Measurement and adjustment of assistive devices and instruction in use/care
• Instruct/ motivate/ and assist patients
• Modify treatment as indicated by patient response and WITHIN LIMITS SPECIFIED IN THE PLAN OF CARE and reported orally or in writing by the PT
• Participate in routine administrative procedures PT Aide may - correct answer Under the DIRECT SUPERVISION of a PT:
• Gait practice
• ADLs
• Transfers
• Hot/cold packs
• Paraffin
• Hydrotherapy
• Whirlpool
• Therapeutic exercises PTA and PT aide MAY NOT - correct answer - Interpret referrals
• Perform evals
• Initiate or adjust treatment programs
• Assume responsibility for planning patient care Direct Supervision - correct answer Physical therapist is available ON THE PREMISES and within VOCAL COMMUNICATION either directly or by a communications device If the conduct of a licensee presents an imminent danger to the health and safety of the residents of DC the Mayor can - correct answer Suspend or restrict the license without a hearing At the time of suspension/restriction of a license, the Mayor shall provide - correct answer The licensee with written notice stating
• the action being taken
• the basis for the action
• and the right of the licensee to request a hearing

Complete Solutions A board shall issue its final decision within - correct answer 90 days after conducting a hearing A board may reinstate the license of an individual whose license/privilege has been suspended/revoked by the board only in accordance with - correct answer - Terms/conditions of the order of suspension/revocation

• Final judgment or order in any proceeding for review If the suspension/revocation was based on conviction of a crime and the conviction is overturned, the suspension/revocation shall end - correct answer when the conviction is overturned Board can take disciplinary action against any applicant/licensee who... - correct answer - Fraudulently/deceptively tries to obtain a license
• Fraudulently/deceptively uses a license
• Convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude that bears directly on the fitness of the individual to be licensed
• Is professionally/mentally incompetent or physically incapable
• Addicted to/habitually abuses narcotic or controlled substance
• Provides or attempts to provide services while under use of alcohol, narcotic, or controlled substance
• Willfully makes or files a false report
• Willfully fails to file or record any medical report as required by law
• Willfully makes a misrepresentation in treatment
• Willfully practices with an unauthorized person
• Submits false statements to collect fees for services not provided
• Submits statements to collect fees for services which are not medically necessary
• Pays or agrees to pay anything of value for bringing/referring a patient
• Fails to pay a civil fine
• Willfully breaches a statutory/ regulatory/ ethical requirement of confidentiality
• Prescribes/dispenses/administers drugs when not authorized to do so
• Performs/offers/or attempts to perform services beyond the scope of practice
• Maintains an unsanitary office

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• Engages in sexual harassment of a patient
• Violates any DC/federal law/regulation/rule related to practice
• Fails to conform to standards of acceptable conduct and prevailing practice
• Violates an order of the board or the mayor
• Demonstrates a willful or careless disregard for the health, welfare, or safety of a patient (regardless of whether the patient sustains actual injury as a result)
• Fails to pay applicable fees by the Mayor A board may require a health professional to submit to a mental or physical examination - correct answer whenever it has probable cause to believe the professional is impaired (alcohol, narcotics, controlled substances) The professional may submit findings of an examination of his/her choice to REBUT THE FINDINGS of the examination commissioned by the board Willful failure or refusal to submit to an examination requested by a board shall be considered as AFFIRMATIVE EVIDENCE that the professional is in violation If the board determines that the applicant/licensee has committed any of the 29 above, the board may... - correct answer - Deny a license
• Revoke/suspend the license
• Revoke/suspend privilege to practice in DC
• Reprimand
• Impose a civil fine not more than $5,
• Require remediation (therapy/treatment, retraining, reexamination, probation, issue cease/desist) Remediation can include - correct answer Therapy/treatment Retraining Reexamination Probation Issue cease/desist

Complete Solutions The alleged violator who was issued a cease and desist order may submit a request for an expedited hearing within 10 days (thereby waiving the right to 15-day notice required of hearing) Upon receiving a timely request of the expedited hearing, the board or Mayor shall - correct answer conduct a hearing within 10 days of receiving the request the board/Mayor shall issue a decision within 30 days after an expedited hearing If a request for a hearing is not made (regarding cease and desist) - correct answer the order to cease and desist is final If, after a hearing, the board determines that the alleged violator is not in violation of the chapter - correct answer the board/Mayor shall REVOKE the order to cease and desist If an individual fails to comply with a lawful order to cease/desist - correct answer the board/Mayor may petition the COURT TO ISSUE an order compelling compliance or take any other action authorized in this chapter Any person aggrieved by a final decision of a board/Mayor may - correct answer appeal the decision to the DC Court of Appeals Substance abuse Any license issued under this chapter may be voluntarily limited by the licensee either - correct answer - Permanently

• For an indefinite period of time
• For a definite period of time under an agreement between the licensee and the board Substance abuse During the period of time that the license has been limited, the licensee - correct answer shall not engage in the practices or activities to which the voluntary limitation of practice relates Substance abuse

Complete Solutions As a condition for accepting the voluntary limitation of practice, the board may require the licensee to do one or more of the following - correct answer - Accept care/ counseling/ treatment

• Participate in a program of education
• Practice under the direction of a health professional acceptable to the board for a specified period of time Substance abuse Any license issued under this chapter may be voluntarily surrendered to the board by the licensee either - correct answer - Permanently
• For an indefinite period of time
• For a definite period of time under an agreement between the licensee and the board Substance abuse During the period of time that the license has been surrendered, the individual surrendering the license shall not - correct answer practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice the health occupation for which the license is required shall be considered UNLICENSED shall NOT be required to pay the FEES for the license Substance abuse All records, communications, and proceedings of the board related to the voluntary limitation or surrender of a license under this section shall be - correct answer CONFIDENTIAL