Ohio PT Jurisprudence Exam

Definition of Physical Therapy Ans- The evaluation and treatment of a person by physical measures and the use of therapeutic exercises and rehabilitative procedures, with or without assistive devices, for the purpose ...

Definition of Physical Therapy Ans- The evaluation and treatment of a person by physical measures and the use of therapeutic exercises and rehabilitative procedures, with or without assistive devices, for the purpose of preventing, correcting or alleviating any disability Definition of Physical Therapist Ans- A person who practices or provides patient education and instruction of physical therapy. An individual who performs the initial; examination unless that therapist has transferred the responsibility for management of the patient's care to another Definition of Physical Therapist Assistant Ans- A person who assist in the provision of physical therapy treatments, including the provision of patient education and instruction, under supervision of a physical therapist What are the main responsibilities of the Physical Therapy Section of the OTPTAT Board Ans- - shall license persons desiring to practice physical therapy/assisting - approve investigation, hearings, inquires and its findings and orders What are other responsibilities of the Physical Therapy Section Ans- - keep a record of its proceeds - keep a register of applicants and PT/A in the state - deposit all fees collected - on the receipt of an application for a license to practice as a PT/A provide to the applicant the sections address, dates of upcoming section meetings and a list of names of the section members Disciplinary actions the PT section can make after an investigation or hearing Ans- License suspension, revocation or refusal to issue or renew license, or limit permit If a investigator is employed by the PT section, what rights do they have Ans- Investigate compliants, conduct inspections and make inquires as in the judgement. Right to review, obtain copies, and audit the patient records and personnel files of the licensee and limit permit of the holders place of business May the PT section disclose information gathered in an investigation Ans- For good cause. May disclose to federal, state or local law enforcement, prosecutor or regulatory agency or its officers or agents engaging in an investigation Criteria to be granted reciprocity in Ohio Ans- - applicant received a score on the NPTE that would have been a passing score - applicant passed the jursiprudence exam - holds a current and valid license or registration to practice PT in another state - applicant's education is reasonably equivalent to the educational requirements that were enforced for licensure How often does PT/A license expire Ans- Biennially What is the licensure renewal fee Ans- not more than $125 What change in information should a licensee report to the PT section Ans- Name, business address, or home address no later than 30 days Who may receive a license by endorsement Ans- An applicant who is currently licensed as a PT/A under the laws of another state provided the requirements for registration or licensure under the appropriate category in that state include minimal education and passing score on the NPTE What if an applicant for endorsement has been out of practice for more that 5 years Ans- Shall retake and pass the NPTE Define "out of practice" Ans- Being actively engaged in the practice of physical therapy for fewer than 500 hours over a 5 year period prior to date the applicant submits endorsement application When should an individual renew their license Ans- January 31st. What year does PTs renew their license Ans- even numbered years, unless received initial license after October 1st of an odd year than license is valid through the January 31st of the second even year What year does PTAs renew their license Ans- odd numbered years, unless received initial license after October 1st of an even year than license is valid through the January 31st of the second odd year What happens if applicant allows license to expire Ans- Have to submit a reinstatement application What happens if an individual practices with an expired license Ans- Subject to disciplinary actions What is the protocol of submitting reinstatement application before March 1st of the year the license expired Ans- Applicant shall complete the number of contact hours of continuing education that were required to renew the expired license What is the protocol of submitting reinstatement application after March 1st of the year the license expired Ans- Applicant shall complete the number of continuing education within two years period immediately preceding the date the board received the application How many continuing education units does a PT require for renewal Ans- 24 CEU's How many continuing education units does a PTA require for renewal Ans- 12 CEU's What is the criteria for approval for continuing education activities Ans- Include significant intellectual or practical content, the primary objective of which is to improve the professional competence of the participant. Be an organized program of learning dealing with matters directly related to the practice of physical therapy, professional responsibility, ethical obligations. Consist of in-person instruction or other methods of instruction What is the protocol if the PT section denies approval for continuing education activity Ans- PT section shall give a written explanation of the reason for denial to the person requesting approval Can the PT section approve CEU's from another state Ans- PT section may approve if determined to meet the standards Who does the PT section contract out to for assistance with approving CEU's Ans- American Physical Therapy Association Which circumstances are CEU's granted Ans- - for completing an approved CEU course, program or activity - for teaching as a faculty member of an institution of higher education - for teaching an approved course, program, or activity other than as a course that is apart of the curriculum - for authoring a published article or book How many CEU's is granted from completing a course, program or activity Ans- one unit for each hour of instruction received How many CEU's is granted for teaching as a faculty member Ans- .5 unit for each semester hour of the course How many CEU's is granted for teaching a non-circulum course Ans- 3 units for each hour of teaching the course, program or activity the first time and .5 unit for each hour of teaching afterwards How many CEU's is granted for published work Ans- up to 10 units as determined by the PT section What is the limit of CEU's for teaching Ans- no more than 12 units biennially Definition of a "unit" Ans- One clock hour spent in a continuing education activity What is a requirement for all continuing education courses Ans- A current Ohio approval number What needs to be submitted if selected for CEUs to be audited Ans- Submit to the board by the date specified, copies of all records and documentation of proof of completion What actions will result in disciplinary actions related to CEUs being audited Ans- - failure to provide proof of the required number of CEUs for the specified time period - failure to respond to or acknowledge receipt of an audit notice How many contact hours are granted for passing specialty examinations Ans- 24 contact hours of CEUs How many contact hours are granted for completion of an APTA residency or fellowship Ans- 24 contact hours of CEUs How many contact hours will be granted for completion of FSBPT review tool pertaining to continued competence Ans- 12 contact hours of CEUs How often can the FSBPT review tool be used to gain CEUs Ans- May only use every other renewal period How many contact hours will be granted as a clinical instructor Ans- one contact hour for every 80 hours of instruction What is the criteria to earn CEUs as a clinical instructor Ans- PT must be an APTA certified level 1 or 2 CI. PTA must be an APTA certified level 1 CI What is the maximum CEUs that can be granted as a PT CI Ans- 12 contact hours per renewal cycle What is the maximum CEUs that can be granted as a PTA CI Ans- 6 contact hours per renewal cycle How many contact hours will gain as a APTA accredited clinical residency/fellowship program Ans- 1 contact hour for each 3 hours of mentor ship. 12 contact hours per renewal period Under what conditions may the PT section of the Board grant waivers of the CEUs Ans- - case of illness - disability - undue hardship When must the request of waiver forms be received by the PT section Ans- no later than October 1st of the year preceeding the renewal dat