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District of Columbia Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Exam Questions with Complete Verified, Exams of Physiotherapy

District of Columbia Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Exam Questions with Complete Verified Solutions 2024

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District of Columbia Physical Therapy Jurisprudence

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Applicant A person applying for a license to practice physical therapy Board The Board of Physical Therapy Physical therapist A person licensed to practice physical therapy Physical therapist's aide 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 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? Physician, osteopath, dentist, podiatrist, or advanced registered nurse Powers and duties of the board 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? Deposited to the General Fund of the District The continuing education section does not apply to? Applicants for the first renewal of a license granted by examination Applicant for renewal of a license needs to have how much continuing education? 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? 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? 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: Name/address of program sponsor 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? 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? 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? 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 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: 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? The applicant The Board may approve the following CE activities by an applicant Being an instructor/speaker Publishing an article or book Participating in research Can continuing education credit be given for partial hours? NOPE. Whole hours only. What is the minimum number of minutes that can constitute 1 credit hour? 50 minutes For undergrad/graduate courses, each semester hour of credit constitutes how many hours of CE credit? 1 semester hour = 15 hours CE For undergrad/graduate courses, each quarter-hour of semester credit constitutes how many hours of CE credit? 1/4 semester hour = 10 hours CE What is the maximum number of CE credit hours you can get per year from in-services? 10 hours max / year for in-services Can an applicant who serves as an instructor or speaker at a program get credit? YES for both preparation and presentation time An applicant who is an instructor/speaker can get how much credit for the associated presentation time? Can get max 2x the amount of presentation time Can an applicant who is an instructor/speaker get all of their hours for CE from presenting? NOPE. The maximum amount of credit you can get for being an instructor/speaker is 50% of your CE requirement. Can an applicant who is an instructor/speaker get credit each time they give the same presentation? NOPE. You can't get credit more than once for the same presentation UNLESS it involves either a different subject or substantial additional research for the same subject. Can an applicant who was an instructor/speaker last year get credit for CE this year? NOPE. The presentation shall have been completed during the period for which the credit is claimed. For an applicant who authors/edits a published book, how much CE credit can they get? 4 units / 40 hours for book For an applicant who authors/co-authors a published original paper, journal article, or poster presentation, how much CE credit can they get? 2 units / 20 hours for article/poster

For an applicant who is the sole author of a published book review, review paper, or abstract, how much CE credit can they get? 1 unit / 10 hours for review paper/abstract Continuing education unit 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

  • 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
  • Not convicted
  • ≥ 18 yo
  • Passed an exam
  • Any other requirements stated by DC/ the Mayor Foreign Applicants
  • 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)? The Board may deny the license What are the educational requirements to get a PT license? Furnish proof (transcripts) that you've graduated from a professional PT education program. Requirements on application for licensure
  • Submit application
  • Pay fees
  • Provide SSN How often should the Board exam be given? At least 2x per year When can the Board waive the exam requirements?
  • When applicant meets requirements for licensure by RECIPROCITY or ENDORSEMENT
  • 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?

Must have pre-approval from the Board (then you get your ATT, etc) What exams does a PT applicant need? The national examination and the District examination What order do you have to take the exams in? 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? 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? 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?

  • 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?
  • 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? 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)? 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? At least 30 days before the license expires. What does the renewal notice have to state?
  • Date the current license expires
  • Date by which the renewal application must be received
  • Amount of renewal fee What does a licensee have to do to renew the license for an additional term?
  • Submit a timely application
  • Be otherwise entitled to be licensed
  • Pay the renewal fee
  • Submit evidence of continuing education

How should you display the license? Conspicuously If you change address/ place of residence/ place of business/ place of employment, how long do you have to notify the Board? Notify the Board within 30 days If a health professional fails to renew their license, then it is considered Expired If a license is expired (bc the professional failed to renew the license), what does the professional have to do to get reinstatement?

  • Apply within 5 years after expiration
  • Comply with current requirements for renewal
  • Pay reinstatement fee
  • Submit satisfactory evidence of compliance with the qualifications for reinstatement When would the Board not reinstate a license (even if all other requirements were met)? Applicant fails to apply for reinstatement of a license within 5 YEARS after the license expires. Then, they'd have to apply for an initial license. How do you get on inactive status?
  • Pay inactive status fee
  • Apply for it When you go on inactive status, what happens?
  • Not subject to renewal fee
  • Do NOT practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice PT in DC How to resume active status (after inactive)?
  • Pay fee
  • Comply with continuing education requirements
  • Comply with current requirements for renewal of licenses What is a restricted license? A license upon which the board has placed any restrictions. Unlicensed 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 PT LPT RPT PTT

Physical therapy Physical therapist Physiotherapist Physical therapy technician Can a PT purchase/ store/ administer topical and aerosol medications? Yes How does a PT denote licensure under the Act? 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. 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

  • Required by law
  • In the judgement of the physical therapist, the info is needed to protect the patient or the community Fee transparency A PT shall provide information about fees upon request by the patient Reporting illegal or unsafe practice of PT A PT who has info of illegal/ unsafe practice of PT shall promptly report the info to the Board 5 Roles of the PT
  1. Management of patients
  2. Consultation
  3. Education
  4. Research
  5. Administration 7 Core Values of PT Accountability Altruism Compassion/Caring Excellence Integrity

Professional Duty Social Responsibility Principle #1: "Physical therapists shall respect the inherent dignity and rights of all individuals" Core values: Compassion Integrity Principle #2: "Physical therapists shall be trustworthy and compassionate in addressing the rights and needs of patients/clients." Core values: Altruism Compassion Professional Duty Principle #3: "Physical therapists shall be accountable for making sound professional judgments." Core values: Excellence Integrity Principle #4: "Physical therapists shall demonstrate integrity in their relationships with patients and clients, families, colleagues, students, research participants, other health care providers, employers, payers, and the public." Core values: Integrity Principle #5: "Physical therapists shall fulfill their legal and professional obligations." Core values: Professional Duty Accountability Principle #6: "Physical therapists shall enhance their expertise through the lifelong acquisition and refinement of knowledge, skills, abilities, and professional behaviors." Core values: Excellence Principle #7: "Physical therapists shall promote organizational behaviors and business practices that benefit patients/clients and society." Core values: Integrity Accountability Principle #8: "Physical therapists shall participate in efforts to meet the health needs of people locally, nationally, or globally."

Core values: Social Responsibility Scope of Practice of PT Examining individuals Alleviating impairment and functional limitation Preventing injury, impairment, functional limitation, and disability Engaging in consultation, education, and research Scope of practice: examining individuals Examining individuals with impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities or other heal-related conditions in order to determine a diagnosis, prognosis, and course of intervention while utilizing tests and measurements consistent with the practice of physical therapy Scope of practice: alleviating impairment and functional limitation Alleviating impairment and functional limitation by designing, implementing, and modifying therapeutic interventions consistent with the practice of physical therapy Scope of practice: preventing injury, impairment, functional limitation, and disability 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 Initial evaluation Periodic reevaluation Documented discharge including the response to therapeutic intervention A PT shall assure the qualifications of supervisees, including PT students PTAs PT aides First-time applicants practicing How many supervisees can a PT have under direct supervision at any one time? No more than THREE at any given time PT should do what with supervisee's documentation? Review and co-sign While the initial license is pending, a first-time applicant for a PT license may practice PT under 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 STOP PRACTICING until a PT license is duly issued to that individual A student or applicant may practice PT under DIRECT SUPERVISION of a licensed PT

A student or applicant shall identify him/herself 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? 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 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? Under the DIRECT SUPERVISION of a PT:

  • 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 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
  • Interpret referrals
  • Perform evals
  • Initiate or adjust treatment programs
  • Assume responsibility for planning patient care Direct Supervision 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

Suspend or restrict the license without a hearing At the time of suspension/restriction of a license, the Mayor shall provide 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 When the licensee receives notice of suspension/restriction, the licensee can Request a hearing within 72 hours after service of notice (The mayor shall hold a hearing within 72 hours of receipt of a timely request and shall issue a decision within 72 hours after the hearing) Every decision and order adverse to a licensee shall be in writing and shall be accompanied by findings of fact and conclusions of law The Mayor shall provide a copy of the decision and order and accompanying findings of fact and conclusions of law to each party to a case or to his or her attorney of record Any person aggrieved by a final summary action (that was provided in a written copy of the decision and order) may file an appeal Before a board denies an applicant a license, revokes/suspends a license, reprimands a licensee, imposes a civil fine, requires remediation/probation, or denies an application for reinstatement, it shall give the individual an OPPORTUNITY FOR A HEARING (except if this is bc the applicant failed to meet minimum age requirement, hold required degree, pass examination, or pay fees... then you don't get a hearing) Before a hearing, the board can ask the applicant/licensee to Attend a settlement conference May enter into negotiated settlement agreements Hearing notice has to be sent Hearing notice sent by certified mail at least 15 DAYS BEFORE THE HEARING Can an individual lawyer up for the hearing? Yes the individual may be represented at the haring by counsel Both the Board and the individual against whom an action is contemplated may have witnesses and evidence. The board can administer oaths. Board and accused can have witnesses and evidence Refusal to obey an order of subpoena can constitute contempt of court

In case of contumacy by or refusal to obey a subpoena issued by the Board, the Board may refer the matter to the Superior Court of the District of Columbia If, after due notice, the individual against whom the action is contemplated FAILS OR REFUSES TO APPEAR A board may nevertheless hear and determine the matter A board shall issue its final decision within 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

  • 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 when the conviction is overturned Board can take disciplinary action against any applicant/licensee who...
  • 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
  • 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 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...
  • 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 Therapy/treatment Retraining Reexamination Probation Issue cease/desist Criminal penalties Any person who violates any provision of this chapter shall, upon conviction, be subject to Imprisonment not to exceed 1 year or A fine not to exceed $10, or both Any person who has been PREVIOUSLY convicted under this chapter shall be subject to

Imprisonment not to exceed 1 year A fine not to exceed $25, or both Any health professional who is the subject of an investigation into, or a pending proceeding involving, allegations misconduct may voluntarily Voluntarily surrender his/her license or privilege to practice in DC MUST deliver an affidavit that they are surrendering the license/privilege VOLUNTARILY The voluntary surrender of a license shall not preclude/ prevent the imposition of civil/criminal penalties If it is determined that the violation has caused or may cause immediate and irreparable harm to the public, the board or Mayor may issue a cease and desist order shall be served by certified mail or delivery in person The alleged violator may submit a written request to hold a hearing on the alleged violation within 15 days of the service of the cease and desist order upon receipt of a timely request, Mayor shall conduct a hearing and render a decision per the 72 hour rules 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 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) 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 the board/Mayor shall REVOKE the order to cease and desist If an individual fails to comply with a lawful order to cease/desist 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 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

  • 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 shall not engage in the practices or activities to which the voluntary limitation of practice relates Substance abuse As a condition for accepting the voluntary limitation of practice, the board may require the licensee to do one or more of the following
  • 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
  • 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 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 CONFIDENTIAL