2024 CALIFORNIA JURISPRUDENCE
EXAM STUDY GUIDE WITH
ANSWERS
Define Physical Therapy - CORRECT-ANSWERSThe practice of PT includes the
promotion and maintenance of physical fitness through the use of physical
therapy intervention in order to enhance the bodily movement as related to
the health and wellness of individuals
What happens if you work as a PTA without a license or proper licensure? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSAny person who holds himself/herself as a PTA without
appropriate licensing by the PTBC is guilty of a MISDEMEANOR. This can be
with a up to a $1000 fine and/or imprisonment for up to 6 months
How long does a citation last on your record? - CORRECT-ANSWERSIt will be
five years before a citation is wiped from the individuals record. All citations
remain until the most recent citation has been present for five years
How much are can the administrative fines be and what does the PTBC
based them on? - CORRECT-ANSWERSTypically not less than $100 no more
than $2500: Amount is based on good/bad faith of cited person,
nature/severity of violation, history of similar violations, intent of cooperation
with board, attempts of the cited individual to minimize damages from
violation
Why would the administrated fines increase - CORRECT-ANSWERSMay
increase up to $5000 if the board determines at least one of the following
circumstances apply:
1. involves present/immediate threat to health and safety of another person
2. Multiple violations or willful disregards of the law
3. Violations perpetrated against a senior citizen or disabled person
4. Hx of two or more prior citations for the same or similar violations
Disputing citation - CORRECT-ANSWERS-FORMAL meeting to be held within
30days of being notified of the citation
-Within 10 days of receipt, cited individuals can ask for an INFORMAL
conference with the board's executive officer to discuss charges
-If the charges are not excused, than a FORMAL hearing will be held 30days
from the INFORMAL conference
, What can a PT do if they are unable to complete the correction for which
they were cited for? - CORRECT-ANSWERSIf unable to complete correction
within the time line provided, the cited individual may request, in writing, an
extension within the time set forth for abatement (AKA removal of a
problem)
-Failure to comply with an order will result in disciplinary action
Define Mandated Reporters - CORRECT-ANSWERSA person who has regular
contact with vulnerable individuals is legally required to report when abuse is
observed or suspected (All you need to report is reasonable suspicion)
-self-harm
-injury from firearm
-elder abuse
-child abuse
-spousal abuse
What should you do if you suspect abuse? - CORRECT-ANSWERSMUST make
an initial report by TELEPHONE IMMEDIATELY or as soon as possible and fax
or send/transmit a written follow-up report within two working days for an
injury and 36 hrs for suspected child abuse upon receiving the info
concerning the event
Define Multiple Reporters - CORRECT-ANSWERSWhen two or more reporters
jointly have knowledge of a known or suspected instance of child abuse or
neglect, and when there is agreement among them, the telephone report
may be made by a member of the team selected by mutual agreement: a
single report may be made by the one who was selected.
What should the report include? - CORRECT-ANSWERS1. Name of victim
2. Location of victim
3. Character/extent of injury
4. ID of alleged abuser
-Mandated reporters have immunity, and their identity is confidential
-Failure to report is a MISDEMEANOR
Failure to report to the board within 30 days for any of the following is
considered unprofessional conduct? - CORRECT-ANSWERS1. Brining of an
indictment or info charging a felony against a licensee
2. Arrest of a licensee
3. Conviction of a licensee
4. Any disciplinary action taken by another licensing entity
5. Any report required to be made pursuant to business and professional
code
DO's for advertising - CORRECT-ANSWERS1. Name of the practitioner
2. Addresses and telephone #'s of the offices maintained by practitioners
EXAM STUDY GUIDE WITH
ANSWERS
Define Physical Therapy - CORRECT-ANSWERSThe practice of PT includes the
promotion and maintenance of physical fitness through the use of physical
therapy intervention in order to enhance the bodily movement as related to
the health and wellness of individuals
What happens if you work as a PTA without a license or proper licensure? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSAny person who holds himself/herself as a PTA without
appropriate licensing by the PTBC is guilty of a MISDEMEANOR. This can be
with a up to a $1000 fine and/or imprisonment for up to 6 months
How long does a citation last on your record? - CORRECT-ANSWERSIt will be
five years before a citation is wiped from the individuals record. All citations
remain until the most recent citation has been present for five years
How much are can the administrative fines be and what does the PTBC
based them on? - CORRECT-ANSWERSTypically not less than $100 no more
than $2500: Amount is based on good/bad faith of cited person,
nature/severity of violation, history of similar violations, intent of cooperation
with board, attempts of the cited individual to minimize damages from
violation
Why would the administrated fines increase - CORRECT-ANSWERSMay
increase up to $5000 if the board determines at least one of the following
circumstances apply:
1. involves present/immediate threat to health and safety of another person
2. Multiple violations or willful disregards of the law
3. Violations perpetrated against a senior citizen or disabled person
4. Hx of two or more prior citations for the same or similar violations
Disputing citation - CORRECT-ANSWERS-FORMAL meeting to be held within
30days of being notified of the citation
-Within 10 days of receipt, cited individuals can ask for an INFORMAL
conference with the board's executive officer to discuss charges
-If the charges are not excused, than a FORMAL hearing will be held 30days
from the INFORMAL conference
, What can a PT do if they are unable to complete the correction for which
they were cited for? - CORRECT-ANSWERSIf unable to complete correction
within the time line provided, the cited individual may request, in writing, an
extension within the time set forth for abatement (AKA removal of a
problem)
-Failure to comply with an order will result in disciplinary action
Define Mandated Reporters - CORRECT-ANSWERSA person who has regular
contact with vulnerable individuals is legally required to report when abuse is
observed or suspected (All you need to report is reasonable suspicion)
-self-harm
-injury from firearm
-elder abuse
-child abuse
-spousal abuse
What should you do if you suspect abuse? - CORRECT-ANSWERSMUST make
an initial report by TELEPHONE IMMEDIATELY or as soon as possible and fax
or send/transmit a written follow-up report within two working days for an
injury and 36 hrs for suspected child abuse upon receiving the info
concerning the event
Define Multiple Reporters - CORRECT-ANSWERSWhen two or more reporters
jointly have knowledge of a known or suspected instance of child abuse or
neglect, and when there is agreement among them, the telephone report
may be made by a member of the team selected by mutual agreement: a
single report may be made by the one who was selected.
What should the report include? - CORRECT-ANSWERS1. Name of victim
2. Location of victim
3. Character/extent of injury
4. ID of alleged abuser
-Mandated reporters have immunity, and their identity is confidential
-Failure to report is a MISDEMEANOR
Failure to report to the board within 30 days for any of the following is
considered unprofessional conduct? - CORRECT-ANSWERS1. Brining of an
indictment or info charging a felony against a licensee
2. Arrest of a licensee
3. Conviction of a licensee
4. Any disciplinary action taken by another licensing entity
5. Any report required to be made pursuant to business and professional
code
DO's for advertising - CORRECT-ANSWERS1. Name of the practitioner
2. Addresses and telephone #'s of the offices maintained by practitioners
