FLORIDA JURISPRUDENCE PRACTICE EXAM 2025/2026
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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
(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.)
is Chiropractor practitioner? - ANSWER-YES, it is health care practitioner
A chiropractor is licensed under chapter 460 and is considered a health care practitioner that is able
to serve as a practitioner of record.
An unlicensed personnel who is claiming the status of a physical therapist assistant is guilty of which
of the following crimes?
A.Misdemeanor with a maximum of a $5,000 fine
B.Misdemeanor with a maximum of one year imprisonment
C.Felony with a maximum of a $5,000 fine
D.Felony with a maximum of one year imprisonment - ANSWER-B.Misdemeanor with a maximum of
one year imprisonment
The maximum fine that false representation of licensure carries is ($)? - ANSWER-$1,000.
For false representation of licensure the unlicensed personnel is guilty of a misdemeanor of the first
degree. This carries with it a fine not to exceed___________ as well as possible imprisonment that is
not to exceed_________ . - ANSWER-$1,000;
one year
,For false representation of licensure the unlicensed personnel is guilty of a ? - ANSWER-misdemeanor
of the first degree.
Which of the following statements in regards to disciplinary proceedings for administrative
complaints is TRUE?
A.10 days following a finding of probable cause, the investigation shall be made public record
B.The probable cause panel has 15 days to complete the investigation following receipt of the report
from the Department of Health
C.The American Physical Therapy Association is responsible for the final verdict regarding an
administrative complaint (负责行政投诉的最终裁决)
D.When a legally sufficient complaint is present the identity of the individual who submitted the
complaint shall be disclosed - ANSWER-A.10 days following a finding of probable cause, the
investigation shall be made public record
The__________of the respective state that orders the final action/verdict regarding an administrative
complaint 行政投诉的裁决 - ANSWER-Board
A physical therapist assistant performing patient-related activities for which of the following
practitioners requires on site supervision by a physical therapist?
A.Orthopedic physician
B.Physiatrist
C.Chiropractor
D.Podiatrist - ANSWER-D.Podiatrist
When a physical therapist assistant is performing patient related activities for a chiropractor licensed
under chapter 460, ____________by a physical therapist can be used. - ANSWER-general supervision
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
, 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
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
B.Contact the physician for a prescription of the desired medication
C.Discuss the policy of iontophoresis with the facility supervisor
D.Perform a trial of iontophoresis with a saline solution - ANSWER-B.Contact the physician for a
prescription of the desired medication
Which of the following patient care tasks can be delegated to a physical therapist assistant?
A.Modification of goals
B.Review and interpretation of a practitioner's referral
C.Supervision of unlicensed personnel
D.Initial identification of contraindications - ANSWER-C.Supervision of unlicensed personnel
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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
(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.)
is Chiropractor practitioner? - ANSWER-YES, it is health care practitioner
A chiropractor is licensed under chapter 460 and is considered a health care practitioner that is able
to serve as a practitioner of record.
An unlicensed personnel who is claiming the status of a physical therapist assistant is guilty of which
of the following crimes?
A.Misdemeanor with a maximum of a $5,000 fine
B.Misdemeanor with a maximum of one year imprisonment
C.Felony with a maximum of a $5,000 fine
D.Felony with a maximum of one year imprisonment - ANSWER-B.Misdemeanor with a maximum of
one year imprisonment
The maximum fine that false representation of licensure carries is ($)? - ANSWER-$1,000.
For false representation of licensure the unlicensed personnel is guilty of a misdemeanor of the first
degree. This carries with it a fine not to exceed___________ as well as possible imprisonment that is
not to exceed_________ . - ANSWER-$1,000;
one year
,For false representation of licensure the unlicensed personnel is guilty of a ? - ANSWER-misdemeanor
of the first degree.
Which of the following statements in regards to disciplinary proceedings for administrative
complaints is TRUE?
A.10 days following a finding of probable cause, the investigation shall be made public record
B.The probable cause panel has 15 days to complete the investigation following receipt of the report
from the Department of Health
C.The American Physical Therapy Association is responsible for the final verdict regarding an
administrative complaint (负责行政投诉的最终裁决)
D.When a legally sufficient complaint is present the identity of the individual who submitted the
complaint shall be disclosed - ANSWER-A.10 days following a finding of probable cause, the
investigation shall be made public record
The__________of the respective state that orders the final action/verdict regarding an administrative
complaint 行政投诉的裁决 - ANSWER-Board
A physical therapist assistant performing patient-related activities for which of the following
practitioners requires on site supervision by a physical therapist?
A.Orthopedic physician
B.Physiatrist
C.Chiropractor
D.Podiatrist - ANSWER-D.Podiatrist
When a physical therapist assistant is performing patient related activities for a chiropractor licensed
under chapter 460, ____________by a physical therapist can be used. - ANSWER-general supervision
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
, 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
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
B.Contact the physician for a prescription of the desired medication
C.Discuss the policy of iontophoresis with the facility supervisor
D.Perform a trial of iontophoresis with a saline solution - ANSWER-B.Contact the physician for a
prescription of the desired medication
Which of the following patient care tasks can be delegated to a physical therapist assistant?
A.Modification of goals
B.Review and interpretation of a practitioner's referral
C.Supervision of unlicensed personnel
D.Initial identification of contraindications - ANSWER-C.Supervision of unlicensed personnel
