California Law Exam PT
What is the "Physical therapist of record" - correct answer ✔✔The physical therapist that completed the
initial evaluation
Who is the creator and enforcer of the practice act? - correct answer ✔✔Physical Therapy Board of
California (PTBC).
What is the highest priority and paramount for the PTBC? - correct answer ✔✔The protection of the
public.
The PTBC board members have the authority to inspect physical therapy facilities and patient records. If
the patient's written authorization has been approved, the release of records shall be given with how
many days? Or a penalty of how much money will occur for every day starting on the 16th day. - correct
answer ✔✔15 days
Penalty of $1,000
The PTBC board members have the authority to inspect physical therapy facilities and patient records. If
the patient's written authorization has been approved, the release of records shall be given with 15 days.
Or a penalty of $1,000 will occur for every day starting on the 16th day.
PTBC Board members include: - correct answer ✔✔- 1 PT involved in education of PT students.
- 3 PTs with >= 5 years experience
- 1 Public member
All of which is appointed by the Governor of CA.
How long is a term with PTBC? how many terms? - correct answer ✔✔Terms: 4 years, expires on the 1st
day of June
- No person can serve more than 2 consecutive terms (8 years maximum)
, What are the qualifications for PT licensure? - correct answer ✔✔- >18
- Not addicted to any substances
- Completed education and training
- No committed crimes
PTLA - correct answer ✔✔Physical therapist licensed applicant (PTLA)
- Works under DIRECT and IMMEDIATE supervision of a licensed PT fo a max of 120 days pending results
of the first licensing exam for which he/she is eligible.
- After taking NPTE, the PTLA title remains until the license has been issued.
- If the exam is FAILED = No longer able to practice as a PTLA and is now a PT aide.
Can a PTA treat patients with a mental condition? - correct answer ✔✔Yes
What is the maximum amount of time Board members can serve? - correct answer ✔✔Two four-year
terms
Can a PTBC board member delegate a PTA to inspect PT facilities and patient records with respect to
physical therapy services? - correct answer ✔✔No
Can PT/PTLA students attend PTBC board meetings? - correct answer ✔✔Yes
(Bagley Keane Open Meeting Act)
Is a PT allowed to use Roentgen rays for therapeutic purposes? - correct answer ✔✔No
Under what circumstances is it legal for a PT to treat a pt without a physician referral? - correct answer
✔✔Direct Access
How long can a PT treat a pt with direct access under section 2620.1? - correct answer ✔✔45 calendar
days or 12 visits, whichever occurs first.
What is the "Physical therapist of record" - correct answer ✔✔The physical therapist that completed the
initial evaluation
Who is the creator and enforcer of the practice act? - correct answer ✔✔Physical Therapy Board of
California (PTBC).
What is the highest priority and paramount for the PTBC? - correct answer ✔✔The protection of the
public.
The PTBC board members have the authority to inspect physical therapy facilities and patient records. If
the patient's written authorization has been approved, the release of records shall be given with how
many days? Or a penalty of how much money will occur for every day starting on the 16th day. - correct
answer ✔✔15 days
Penalty of $1,000
The PTBC board members have the authority to inspect physical therapy facilities and patient records. If
the patient's written authorization has been approved, the release of records shall be given with 15 days.
Or a penalty of $1,000 will occur for every day starting on the 16th day.
PTBC Board members include: - correct answer ✔✔- 1 PT involved in education of PT students.
- 3 PTs with >= 5 years experience
- 1 Public member
All of which is appointed by the Governor of CA.
How long is a term with PTBC? how many terms? - correct answer ✔✔Terms: 4 years, expires on the 1st
day of June
- No person can serve more than 2 consecutive terms (8 years maximum)
, What are the qualifications for PT licensure? - correct answer ✔✔- >18
- Not addicted to any substances
- Completed education and training
- No committed crimes
PTLA - correct answer ✔✔Physical therapist licensed applicant (PTLA)
- Works under DIRECT and IMMEDIATE supervision of a licensed PT fo a max of 120 days pending results
of the first licensing exam for which he/she is eligible.
- After taking NPTE, the PTLA title remains until the license has been issued.
- If the exam is FAILED = No longer able to practice as a PTLA and is now a PT aide.
Can a PTA treat patients with a mental condition? - correct answer ✔✔Yes
What is the maximum amount of time Board members can serve? - correct answer ✔✔Two four-year
terms
Can a PTBC board member delegate a PTA to inspect PT facilities and patient records with respect to
physical therapy services? - correct answer ✔✔No
Can PT/PTLA students attend PTBC board meetings? - correct answer ✔✔Yes
(Bagley Keane Open Meeting Act)
Is a PT allowed to use Roentgen rays for therapeutic purposes? - correct answer ✔✔No
Under what circumstances is it legal for a PT to treat a pt without a physician referral? - correct answer
✔✔Direct Access
How long can a PT treat a pt with direct access under section 2620.1? - correct answer ✔✔45 calendar
days or 12 visits, whichever occurs first.
