Download Florida Jurisprudence Actual Practice Exam 2024-2025 and more Exams Nursing in PDF only on Docsity! FLORIDA JURISPRUDENCE ACTUAL PRACTICE EXAM 2024-2025/ 170+ PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES A physical therapist who is supervising a physical therapist assistant treating a patient with chronic low back pain in an outpatient orthopedic setting is required to be; 1. In direct line of sight of the assistant 2. Present within te same facility where services are occurring 3. Available for a telephone call during the session 4. Interacting with the patient before the end of the treatment - Answer: 3. Available for a telephone call during the session Page 1 of 52 (NOT 2 BECAUSE: Being in the same facility where the assistant is practicing is not a requirement. As long as the therapist is in the same geographic location for consultation during patient care, then the requirements for supervision have been met. The therapist having to be present within the same building is more appropriate for patient care that is delivered by unlicensed personnel.) Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding unlicensed personnel? 1.A physical therapist assistant can assign patient tasks to the personnel 2.General supervision is considered sufficient during patient care delivered by unlicensed personnel 3.Two unlicensed personnel can be providinq patient directed care simultaneously while supervised by a licensee 4.If properly trained by a physical therapist, the personnel can assess patient's progress during treatm - Answer: 3.Two unlicensed personnel can be providinq patient directed care simultaneously while supervised by a licensee Which of the following professions is NOT considered one that can serve as a practitioner of record for signing a physical therapist's plan of care? A. Chiropractor B. Podiatrist C. Dentist D. Pharmacist - Answer: D. Pharmacist (A pharmacist is not included in the list of healthcare practitioners that are able to review and sign a physical therapist's plan of care.) Page 2 of 52 Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a licensee who has begun performing acupuncture with skin penetration to treat fibromyalgia patients? A.An individual who is licensed through the Board of Medicine is able to perform acupuncture with skin penetration B.If the licensee has transferred from a state where certification in acupuncture was obtained, then it can be performed lawfully C.Revocation of license will occur D.A year of probationary practice can be required - Answer: D.A year of probationary practice can be required (C-Revocation of licensure for this type of offense occurs following the first offense if deemed appropriate by the board. 如果董事会认为适当,这种类型的违法行 为会在初犯之后被吊销执照) For a______________of practicing outside the permitted scope of physical therapy practice the licensee faces a minimum of one year of probationary practice up to a two year suspension followed by two years of probation. The licensee could also face a fine of $2,500 up to $10,000. - Answer: first offense For a first offense of practicing outside the permitted scope of physical therapy practice the licensee faces a minimum of___________ practice up to a _______ followed by two years of probation. The licensee could also face a fine of $2,500 up to $10,000. - Answer: one year of probationary 缓期/试用期; two year suspension 停职 Page 5 of 52 For a first offense of practicing outside the permitted scope of physical therapy practice the licensee faces a minimum of one year of probationary practice up to a two year suspension followed by two years of probation. The licensee could also face a fine of ________ - Answer: $2,500 up to $10,000. What are the MAXIMUM number of years before initial licensure that the board will accept physical therapy school coursework for continuing education requirements regarding human immunodeficiency virus and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome education? A.3 B.5 C.7 D.9 - Answer: B.5 An individual who is seeking initial licensure can satisfy the continuing education requirements regarding HIV/AIDS if coursework has been taken within 5 years preceding the initial licensure date.申请初证的个人如果在初证日期之前的 5年 内完成了有关艾滋病毒/艾滋病的继续教育课程,就可以满足有关继续教育的 要求。 With regards to continuing education requirements, what are the MAXIMUM number of hours that can be completed through home study for a licensee that has been inactive for one year? A3 Page 6 of 52 B6 C9 D12 - Answer: B6 A physical therapy aide is able to participate in which of the following areas of documentation? A.Evaluating progress towards established goals B.Interpreting objective findings in a reevaluation C.Recording interventions performed during treatment D.Altering the established plan of care - Answer: C.Recording interventions performed during treatment A licensee has completed one continuing education unit during the renewal cycle. How many additional HOURS are required? A14 B16 C18 D20 - Answer: A14 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 to take? A.Administer dexamethasone to address the inflammation Page 7 of 52 B.150 C.175 D.200 - Answer: D.200 An inactive licensee is desiring to begin practicing actively. How many hours of continuing education per year MUST have occurred in order for licensure to be reactivated? A5 B10 C15 D20 - Answer: B10 An inactive licensee shall have accrued _________ of continuing education per year. This is a requirement in order to apply for reactivation of licensure. 2 hours must be on prevention of medical errors. No more than 6 hours per year may be completed by home study per year of inactive status. - Answer: 10 hours An inactive licensee shall have accrued 10 hours of continuing education per year. This is a requirement in order to apply for reactivation of licensure. ______ must be on prevention of medical errors. No more than________may be completed by home study per year of inactive status. - Answer: 2 hours; 6 hours per year An inactive licensee shall have accrued 10 hours of continuing education per year. This is a requirement in order to apply for reactivation of licensure. 2 hours must Page 10 of 52 be on__________. No more than 6 hours per year may be completed by home study per year of inactive status. - Answer: prevention of medical errors A patient who is being discharged from physical therapy inquires about personal training. The licensee who owns a gym recommends a personal trainer at the facility. In order for this to be lawful, a written disclosure should contain which of the following portions of information? A.A listing of two additional personal trainers that are not associated with any gyms that the licensee owns B.The amount of profit that the licensee will receive from the patient's participation in personal training C.The patient's signature acknowledging receipt of a written disclosure of the licensee's investment D.A documented statement that the patient is no longer under the care of the licensee - Answer: A.A listing of two additional personal trainers that are not associated with any gyms that the licensee owns Which of the following circumstances assists in withholding liability of a licensee when disclosing confidential information to a sexual partner of a patient who has tested positive for human immunodeficiency virus? A.The licensee informs the patient of the intent to share the information with the partner following patient's refusal to B.The patient has been discharged from physical therapy services for a period of 15 days Page 11 of 52 C.The licensee has received permission by the patient's physician to disclose information to the partner D.The patient has failed to reveal the information within 30 days of becoming aware of the positive findings - Answer: A.The licensee informs the patient of the intent to share the information with the partner following patient's refusal to A licensee whose license has become delinquent is guilty of which of the following crimes if practice is continued for 6 months following expiration? A.Felony with a minimum of a $500 fine B.Misdemeanor with a minimum of a $500 fine C.Felony with a minimum imprisonment for 90 days D.Misdemeanor with a minimum imprisonment for 90 days - Answer: B.Misdemeanor with a minimum of a $500 fine An individual who is actively practicing while under a delinquent license is guilty of a misdemeanor with a minimum fine of______ when the duration is less than 12 months. When the duration is 12 months or more then the individual is guilty of a felony. - Answer: $500 An individual who is actively practicing while under a delinquent license is guilty of a_________ with a minimum fine of $500 when the duration is less than 12 months. When the duration is 12 months or more then the individual is guilty of a felony. - Answer: misdemeanor Page 12 of 52 B.Informing the physical therapy facility supervisor prior to the complaint being submitted C.Participating in a program for impaired practitioners D.The complaint is submitted 6 months following the incident - Answer: C.Participating in a program for impaired practitioners An administrative complaint generally can be filed within______from the date of the incident. However, a complaint involving the_______can exceed this 6 year timeline but in no event can exceed 12 years. - Answer: 6 years; impairment of a practitioner An administrative complaint generally can be filed within 6 years from the date of the incident. However, a complaint involving the impairment of a practitioner can exceed this 6 year timeline but in no event can exceed_______ . - Answer: 12 years An inactive licensee who is desiring to reactivate a license is required to complete all of the following steps EXCEPT: A.Payment of biennial renewal fee B.Payment of change of status fee C.Provide documentation of successful passage of the National Physical Therapy Examination D.Provide evidence of adequate clinical reasoning through passage of practical patient care scenario - Answer: D.Provide evidence of adequate clinical reasoning through passage of practical patient care scenario Page 15 of 52 Florida does not require the__________ in order to reactivate a license - Answer: passage of a practical patient care scenario 一个实际病人的护理方案 What are the MAXIMUM number of contact hours that a course instructor can receive credit for following the teaching of a 12 hour continuing education class? A6 B8 C10 D12 - Answer: A6 A course instructor can receive up to________for teaching a continuing education class. For each hour taught, the instructor will receive________ to apply towards the continuing education requirements. - Answer: 6 contact hours; ONE contact hour A course instructor can receive up to 6 contact hours for teaching a continuing education class. For each hour taught, the instructor will receive a contact hour to apply towards the______________ . - Answer: continuing education requirements Which of the following entities is responsible for authorizing physical therapy licenses? A.Board of Physical Therapy Practice B.American Physical Therapy Association Page 16 of 52 C.Federation of State Board of Physical Therapy D.Institutional Review Board - Answer: A.Board of Physical Therapy Practice The American Physical Therapy Association is the national professional organization that promotes physical therapy in a__________as well as provides resources for its members - Answer: healthcare setting The American Physical Therapy Association is the national professional organization that promotes physical therapy in a healthcare setting as well as_______for its members. - Answer: provides resources The Federation of State Board of Physical Therapy is responsible for the_______________of the National Physical Therapy Exam. - Answer: administration The Federation of State Board of Physical Therapy is responsible for the administration of the___________ - Answer: National Physical Therapy Exam. An Institutional Review Board is what is used to ensure____and_____care of human subjects used in research studies. - Answer: moral; ethical An Institutional Review Board is what is used to ensure moral and ethical care of_________ used in research studies - Answer: human subjects Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding unlicensed personnel? Page 17 of 52 C.Skilled nursing facility D.Acute care - Answer: D.Acute care Which of the following interventions CANNOT be completed by physical therapists? A.Ultrasound B.Performance of neuromuscular electrical stimulation C.Administration of physician prescribed topical medication D.Spinal manipulations - Answer: D.Spinal manipulations Spinal manipulations in the state of Florida are______allowed as this falls under the chiropractic scope of practice. Should a patient require a specific spinal manipulation, then a referral to a chiropractor shall occur. - Answer: not A licensee is evaluating a patient referred by a physician specifically for traction and soft tissue mobilization. Following the evaluation, the licensee believes that traction may be contraindicated and that the patient may benefit greater from interventions involving therapeutic exercise. To proceed appropriately, which of the following actions MUST occur? A.An initial trial of traction and soft tissue mobilization for a minimum of two visits to determine outcomes B.Immediate contact of the physician in order to alter the plan of care C.Notification of the physical therapy facility supervisor prior to the start of patient treatment Page 20 of 52 D.The patient needs to obtain a new authorization from the insurance provider that is signed by their physician - Answer: B.Immediate contact of the physician in order to alter the plan of care What are the MAXIMUM number of years a retired licensee is allowed to remain in that status until the board may require full reexamination for current competency assessment if license reactivation is desired? A3 B5 C8 D10 - Answer: B5 Which of the following courses DO NOT need to be taken as part of the requirements for certification in electromyography? A.Human dissection B.Pathological conditions C.Microbiology D.Neurophysiology - Answer: C.Microbiology 微生物学 The required of certification in electromyography courses include: - Answer: Human dissection Pathological conditions Human physiology Neurology Page 21 of 52 Neuroanatomy Neurophysiology Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a physical therapy student? A.They are able to train an aide in patient care B.Upon completion of a patient evaluation the student is considered the practitioner of record C.Treatment of patients can only occur when a licensed physical therapist is physically present D.Passage of the Florida Physical Therapy Laws and Rules examination shall occur prior to clinical rotations - Answer: C.Treatment of patients can only occur when a licensed physical therapist is physically present A patient of a licensee who has deceased is requesting copies of medical paperwork. A facility can charge a MAXIMUM of how much per page for the first 25 pages? A$0.25 B$0.50 C$0.75 D$1.00 - Answer: D$1.00 Which of the following violations results in a licensee being guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree? A.Referring a patient without disclosure to an entity where the licensee is an investor Page 22 of 52 examination but may include a part of it or be a specified test of competency to ensure safety, health, and welfare of public. - Answer: four; A licensee who just renewed their license has how many years until the next renewal cycle? A2 B3 C4 D5 - Answer: A2 Which of the following terms is interchangeable with "physical therapy"? A.Kinesiotherapy B.Physiotherapy C.Neuromuscular therapy D.Exercise physiology - Answer: B.Physiotherapy A disciplinary case towards a licensee did not find probable cause. How many days does the individual who filed the complaint have to provide additional information to the Department of Health to support the claim? A30 B60 C90 D120 - Answer: B60 Page 25 of 52 A licensee that has been inactive for four years has to complete how many continuing education hours in prevention of medical errors in order to reactivate the license? ATwo BFour CSix DEight - Answer: DEight For each year that a licensee has an inactive license, _________ of continuing education must be completed in prevention of medical errors. With the licensee in this scenario being inactive for four years this would result in a total of eight continuing education hours being required. - Answer: TWO hours For each year that a licensee has an inactive license, two hours of continuing education must be completed in___________. With the licensee in this scenario being inactive for four years this would result in a total of eight continuing education hours being required. - Answer: prevention of medical errors Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the required human trafficking education course? A.It can be taken by means of home study B.Subject areas must include content on resources available to victims C.Completion is to have occurred by all licensees by January 1, 2021 D.The duration has to be a minimum of four hours - Answer: D.The duration has to be a minimum of four hours Page 26 of 52 __________ is the minimum duration required for an approved human trafficking educational course. - Answer: ONE hour Which of the following individuals is able to delegate tasks to unlicensed personnel? A.Both a physical therapist and physical therapist applicant B.Physical therapist but not a physical therapist assistant C.Both a physical therapist and physical therapist assistant D.Physical therapist assistant but not a physical therapist applicant - Answer: B.Physical therapist but not a physical therapist assistant A physical therapist assistant is able to __________unlicensed personnel once the task has been delegated by the physical therapist. - Answer: directly supervise A physical therapist assistant is able to directly supervise unlicensed personnel once the task has been delegated by_______ - Answer: the physical therapist. A license that has just become delinquent has how many years before it becomes null and void? A.Two B.Four C.Six D.Eight - Answer: A.Two Page 27 of 52 D.A licensee can practice clinically for a maximum duration of 45 days in the status so as to transition patient's to a new practitioner - Answer: C.If the licensee desires to practice again, the initial licensure requirements shall be completed A revoked license means that the license has _____ and is no longer valid. Therefore, if the licensee is given the opportunity to practice again, a new license will have to be obtained. This would mean that the requirements for__________can be required. 被吊销的执照是指该执照已经失效。因此,如果被许可人有机会再次行医, 就必须获得新的许可。这将意味着可能需要初始许可的要求 - Answer: ENDED; initial licensure For a first offense of improperly using a laser device, a licensee can be issued a maximum of a _________fine as well as _________ followed by probation. Revocation would not occur until the second offense for this specific violation. - Answer: $10,000; suspension For a first offense of improperly using a ______ device, a licensee can be issued a maximum of a $10,000 fine as well as suspension followed by probation. Revocation would not occur until the second offense for this specific violation. - Answer: laser A suspended license is still able to__________ practice. A revoked license ceases to exist and cannot be used in the future. Therefore, suspended and revoked licenses are not synonymous. - Answer: potentially resume Page 30 of 52 A suspended license is still able to potentially resume practice. A revoked license__________and cannot be used in the future. Therefore, suspended and revoked licenses are not synonymous. 被吊销的执照仍有可能恢复行医。被吊销的许可证将不再存在,将来无法使 用。因此,暂停和吊销许可证并不是同义词 - Answer: ceases to exist A suspended license is still able to potentially resume practice. A revoked license ceases to exist and ______in the future. Therefore, suspended and revoked licenses are not synonymous. - Answer: cannot be used in the future Once the license is_______, the licensee can no longer practice. Only a licensee with an _____ license is able to practice and provide care to patients - Answer: revoked; active A licensee who takes a four credit hour course at a university is able to receive credit for how many continuing education hours? (A four unit or credit hour course fulfills 4 hours of the continuing education requirements for a renewal cycle.一个四个单元或学分的课程满足 4小时的继 续教育要求,一个更新周期) A4 B8 C12 D16 - Answer: A4 Page 31 of 52 Which of the following interventions is NOT included in the scope of physical therapy practice? A.Ultrasound B.Massage C.Wound cauterization D.Acupuncture - Answer: C.Wound cauterization What is the MAXIMUM number of months that the board has to issue a citation to a licensee that has a complaint filed against them? A3 B6 C9 D12 - Answer: B6 Which of the following personnel can practice under the general supervision of a physical therapist? A.Physical therapist applicant B.Physical therapist assistant C.Physical therapy student D.Physical therapy aide - Answer: B.Physical therapist assistant A physical therapist is evaluating a patient with the medical diagnosis of neck pain. However, the patient reports lumbar pain as their primary complaint. Which of the following actions is BEST to take? Page 32 of 52 B.lt is to occur annually C.Continuing education requirements are to be met every renewal cycle during service D.Passing the law examination is required every other renewal cycle - Answer: A.A fee does not have to be paid Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the sharing of a patient's positive HIV result with their sexual partner? A.A licensee shall not be liable for failing to disclose the information B.If the patient does not disclose the identity of the partner then a family member of the patient can be contacted C.Five attempts to contact the partner is the minimum amount that must occur D.The recommendation to the patient to share the information must be provided by a facility supervisor - Answer: A.A licensee shall not be liable for failing to disclose the information 持证人不承担不披露的责任 A recommendation to a patient to share the information of the positive test to a partner does not need to be provided by a facility supervisor. The licensee that is working with the patient is to provide the __________ once the positive test is revealed and the identity of the partner is disclosed - Answer: recommendation A first time licensee who has failed to complete five hours of continuing education by the renewal deadline can now be required to complete how many TOTAL hours per the physical therapy board? Page 35 of 52 (board would require as one additional hour is required for each hour not completed.) A10 B15 C20 D25 - Answer: A10 (For each hour that a first time licensee does not complete for continuing education, an additional hour can be required. This means that for 5 hours missed, 10 hours can then be required. 对于第一次被许可人没有完成继续教育 的每一小时,可以要求额外一小时。这意味着,如果错过了 5个小时,那么 就需要 10个小时) Which of the following individuals is able to interpret a practitioner of record's referral? A.Physical therapist and physical therapist applicant B.Physical therapist and physical therapist assistant C.Physical therapist but not a physical therapist assistant D.Physical therapist assistant but not a physical therapist applicant - Answer: C.Physical therapist but not a physical therapist assistant A lawyer who reports representing a patient of a licensee asks for the medical record. Which of the following actions is BEST to take? A.Inform the facility supervisor of the request B.Provide it at a fee for the time and resources used C.Contact the patient's referring practitioner Page 36 of 52 D.Obtain written consent by the patient - Answer: D.Obtain written consent by the patient Which of the following statements BEST represents the requirements of a licensed supervisor providing direct supervision of subordinate personnel during patient care? A.Present at the treatment facility greater than 50% of the workweek B.Accessible by means of telecommunication or email C.In attendance for weekly discussions regarding the outcome of care D.On site and immediately and physically available - Answer: D.On site and immediately and physically available How many days prior to the end of a renewal cycle will the board forward a license renewal notification? A30 B60 C90 D120 - Answer: C90 A licensee who is the spouse of a member of the Armed Forces of the United States returns to Florida following the spouse's discharge from active duty. What is the MAXIMUM number of months that the licensee has to notify the board of the change in status? A.Two B.Four Page 37 of 52 What is the MINIMUM number of tests that a licensee must perform upon neurologically involved patients in order to obtain an electromyography certification? A.50 B.100 C.150 D.200 - Answer: B.100 A physical therapist assistant is seeing a patient who is one week post a severe ankle sprain. Which of the following criteria if met allows a physical therapist to achieve adequate supervision? A.Being physically present for consultation B.Being within 10-25 miles of the rehabilitation facility (If the patient was not in the acute phase of the injury, then being within the same geographic location would be considered sufficient supervision, so long as telecommunication was available at all times between the assistant and therapist.) C.Having availability through email D.Having discussed the treatment outcome by the end of the business day - Answer: A.Being physically present for consultation (As the patient in this scenario is in the acute phase of an injury of an injury with reference to time(one week)) Page 40 of 52 An individual who is awaiting the results of the national exam while practicing under a temporary permit shall identify by which of the following terms? A.Intern B.Licensee C.Student D.Applicant - Answer: D.Applicant (For an individual who is seeking licensure while practicing under a temporary permit, the term applicant is to be used. 在临时许可证下执业时寻求许可证 的,使用申请人一词) A physical therapist assistant is performing an intervention for a patient who has localized back pain. During the session the patient reports a new onset of radiating pain down a leg. Which of the following actions is BEST to take? A.Perform a straight leg raise to determine neural mobility B.End the treatment and place the patient upon a hot pack C.Instruct the patient to proceed to urgent care D.Contact the physical therapist - Answer: D.Contact the physical therapist (When there is a change in a patient's presentation while a physical therapist assistant is treating, the physical therapist shall be contacted for consultation) Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a licensee who was found to abuse alcohol to the point of it affecting the safety of clinical practice? A.Participation in a mental examination can be required as part of the board's discipline Page 41 of 52 B.Information about the abuse shall be made public record if a petition was filed against the licensee C.The licensee's supervisor can suspend the license D.If the duration of misuse lasted no longer than one month then no disciplinary action is needed - Answer: A.Participation in a mental examination can be required as part of the board's discipline All proceedings and information regarding a licensee who is guilty of alcohol abuse shall______ disclosed to the public. - Answer: NOT be It is only the_________that is able to suspend a license. A rehab supervisor ______ perform this action. - Answer: physical therapy board; cannot A certain duration of misuse is not required in order for disciplinary action to be taken. Following a single incident, disciplinary action can be taken by the board or the Department of Health. - Answer: 采取纪律处分不需要一定的违规时间. 在 发生单一事件后,董事会或卫生部可以采取纪律处分 Which of the following violations can result in a $10,000 disciplinary fine for a first offense? A.Improper delegation of tasks to unlicensed personnel B.Failure to identify as a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant to a patient C.Evaluating or treating the wrong patient Page 42 of 52 investment. Only the investments which the patient may come into contact with as result of their care need to be disclosed. 持牌人毋须提供每一种投资形式的名称及地址。只有病人在治疗过程中可能 接触到的投资才需要披露 Having an alternate referral placed by the physician for a separate location is not required. If a patient desires to go to a different facility following disclosure of the financial interest, then a new referral can be generated. - Answer: 不需要医生为 单独的地点安排替代转诊。如果患者在财务利益披露后希望去另一家机构, 那么可以产生新的转诊。 A licensee who has been inactive for two years is desiring to return to active practice. What is the MAXIMUM number of total continuing education hours that the board can require prior to issuing an active license? A10 B20 C30 D40 - Answer: B20 (For each year that a license is inactive, a maximum of 10 continuing education hours can be required. With the licensee being in the inactive status for two years, a total of 20 hours can be required by the board.) Which of the following individuals or entities can receive a patient's medical record without written consent? A.Spouse of the patient Page 45 of 52 B.Representatives from the Department of Children and Families for an investigation related to abuse C.Statistician or researcher who only uses the patient's name in the study D.A physician who reports an upcoming initial appointment with the patient - Answer: B.Representatives from the Department of Children and Families for an investigation related to abuse (When The Department of Children and Families and its representatives is involved in an investigation involving potential abuse, the patient's written authorization is not required. 不需要患者的书面授权) What duration in minutes is equivalent to one continuing education contact hour? A40 B50 C60 D70 - Answer: B50 At which of the following points in time MUST a licensee complete the required HIV/AIDS education course? A.Within 30 days of being fully licensed B.Within 120 days of being fully licensed C.By the end of the first license renewal cycle D.By the end of the second license renewal cycle - Answer: C.By the end of the FIRST license renewal cycle Page 46 of 52 The required______continuing education course in HIV/AIDS must be completed by the end of the_________cycle. - Answer: one hour; first license renewal Which of the following ways can an inactive licensee avoid having to complete the continuing education requirements for reactivating a license? A.Complete 40 hours of observation of a licensed physical therapist B.Submit three letters of recommendation by professional colleagues C.Participate in a practical clinical scenario in front of a supervisor for skill and safety evaluation D.Take and pass the national examination - Answer: D.Take and pass the national examination ______________________ is a way an__________ can receive an active license without having to complete the continuing education requirements. - Answer: Taking and passing the national examination; inactive licensee Which of the following actions can a licensee take to help prevent discipline from being issued after being found guilty of alcohol or drug use while practicing? A.Re take and pass the national examination B.Consent to release medical records while in an impaired practitioner program C.Participate in 30 hours of continuing education on Florida's laws and regulations Page 47 of 52 (A licensed physical therapist assistant is able to supervise unlicensed personnel performing patient related tasks that are within the assistant's scope of practice.) A certification course by the APTA is not required for a volunteer. It is considered up to the licensed supervising physical therapist for what type of_____ or_____ is needed to participate in the patient tasks. - Answer: training; education Only a licensed_____ is able to verify the skills and training needed to participate in patient care. A________ can_______a volunteer but cannot assess the necessary training for patient tasks. - Answer: physical therapist; physical therapist assistant; supervise Only a licensed physical therapist is able to verify the____ and_______needed to participate in patient care. A physical therapist assistant can supervise a ____ but cannot_______ the necessary training for patient tasks. - Answer: skills; training; volunteer ; assess How many months does it take at a MINIMUM for an inactive status licensee who continues to practice to be charged with a felony? A6 B12 C18 Page 50 of 52 D24 - Answer: B12 A licensee that practices for 12 months or more while in an inactive status is guilty of a of the______ third degree. - Answer: felony A licensee that practices for 12 months or more while in an inactive status is guilty of a felony of the_____ . - Answer: third degree A licensee that practices for______ months or more while in an _____status is guilty of a felony of the third degree. - Answer: 12 ; inactive Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a delinquent license? A.Clinical practice is allowed for a maximum of 30 days while in that status B.If not renewed for two renewal cycles expiration will occur C.A fee of $500 must be paid upon renewal D.Re taking the national examination is required prior to returning to an active status - Answer: B.If not renewed for two renewal cycles expiration will occur A license transitions to a______ status when it is not renewed in the current renewal cycle. When it is then not renewed to an active or inactive status on the following renewal cycle, then the license will expire - Answer: delinquent Page 51 of 52 A license transitions to a delinquent status when it is not renewed in the current renewal cycle. When it is then not renewed to an active or inactive status on the following renewal cycle, then the license will____ - Answer: expire Which of the following responsibilities MUST physical therapy personnel meet in order for proper care of every patient to occur? A.Communicate what is entailed in the evaluation or treatment prior to performance B.Inform of the cost of each session prior to participation C.Obtain a survey every two weeks to determine satisfaction level D.Notify the referring practitioner of record of the initiation of care within 15 days - Answer: A.Communicate what is entailed in the evaluation or treatment prior to performance Page 52 of 52