FLORIDA RULES AND LAWS EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
ANSWERS
What is the primary concern to the PT and PTA? - ANSWER-Safety, well being, and
best interest of the pt.
What are the 6 responsibilities of PTs and PTAs? - ANSWER-1. Communicate
effectively to the patient the treatment and eval process
2. Safeguard the confidentiality of pt information
3. Avoid acts which blatantly disregard a patient's modesty and neither suggest nor
engage in sexual activities with pts
4. Neither use nor participate in any form of communication containing false,
fraudulent information, no bribery in any form, or unprofessional conduct.
5. Not exploit the pt for financial gain
6. Practice PT w/ level of care, skill, and treatment that are recognized by a another
PT as being acceptable.
What are the general responsibilities of PTs regarding referrals and supervising? -
ANSWER-PTs are responsible for referring pts, informing a physician when they are
not going to follow POC, for not directing any task that requires the skill of a PT, for
assuming the responsibility of care under PT, keeping written medical records that
justify POC ect, and for making sure all student/trainee programs follow accrediting
agencies.
What does section 464.012 (Direct Access) explain? - ANSWER-Basically as close
as it can get without it being called direct access. States that the PT shall refer pt if
condition is outside scope of practice. If plan requires beyond 30 days of care, then
PT must have a practitioner review and sign the plan.
When a pt has been examined by a physician licensed in another state, and has
been diagnosed with a condition that the PT is treating, is the PT required to follow
the rules of 464.012? - ANSWER-No.
Under what circumstances will the board issue a temporary permit? - ANSWER-To
someone who completes an application, is a graduate of an approved US pt
educational program, who submits an application for licensure, demonstrates proof
of malpractice insurance, and submits documentation showing they will be under
direct supervision of a licensed PT.
Under 486.0715 regarding temporary permits: Is a temporary license renewable?
And how long does the holder have to pass the national exam before the license
becomes invalid. - ANSWER-NO. 6 months
How many permittee can a PT directly supervise at any given time? Do they have to
cosign all documents? - ANSWER-ONE. YES.
, What methods of rehabilitation fall under the 'practice of physical therapy'? -
ANSWER-Electricity, exercise, massage, acupuncture upon compliance w/ the
criteria set forth by the Board of Medicine ( when NO penetration of the skin occurs),
use of radiant energy, UV, visible, and infrared rays.
What is the PTs authorization and empowerment of a PTA or unlicensed personnel
referred to? - ANSWER-Direction
What is observational, verbal, or manual determinations of the function of the
musculoskeletal or neuromuscualr system relative to physical therapy including ROM
, motor power ect.? - ANSWER-Assessment
What is the supervision of subordinate personnel performing directed actions, while
the licensed supervisor is IMMEDIATELY physically available? - ANSWER-Direct
supervision
What is supervision of a PTA, other than by direct supervision whereby the PT is
accessible at all times by two-way communication? - ANSWER-General Supervision
Define 'unlicensed personnel'. - ANSWER-Any individual working or volunteering in a
PT setting , not holding a current license as a PT or PTA.
How long must a PT be licensed before supervision period begins? - ANSWER-6
months
Regarding fees for application, reapplication and initial licensure, describe fees for
taking the examination, and for initial licensure. - ANSWER-100$ and 75$
Fees for renewal of an inactive license, a retired status fee, and reactivation fee are
____? - ANSWER-50$
Fees for duplication of license and certificates of public records are? - ANSWER-25$
What is the fee for renewal of an active license? - ANSWER-75$
What are the three qualities a PT must demonstrate to the board, in addition to filling
out a DOH form #MQA 1142 App for licensure? - ANSWER-1. 18 years old
2. Possess good moral character
3. Education (CAPTE) approved
Explain how many attempts one has to pass the examination. - ANSWER-One may
attempt the test three times, and may complete it 2 more times after that but only
once said person completes additional educational training requirements prescribed
by the board. After 5 total attempts one is no longer eligible.
Within how many years immediately prior to filling out the application for the
licensure must the person have obtained a passing score on the NPTE? - ANSWER-
5 years.
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
ANSWERS
What is the primary concern to the PT and PTA? - ANSWER-Safety, well being, and
best interest of the pt.
What are the 6 responsibilities of PTs and PTAs? - ANSWER-1. Communicate
effectively to the patient the treatment and eval process
2. Safeguard the confidentiality of pt information
3. Avoid acts which blatantly disregard a patient's modesty and neither suggest nor
engage in sexual activities with pts
4. Neither use nor participate in any form of communication containing false,
fraudulent information, no bribery in any form, or unprofessional conduct.
5. Not exploit the pt for financial gain
6. Practice PT w/ level of care, skill, and treatment that are recognized by a another
PT as being acceptable.
What are the general responsibilities of PTs regarding referrals and supervising? -
ANSWER-PTs are responsible for referring pts, informing a physician when they are
not going to follow POC, for not directing any task that requires the skill of a PT, for
assuming the responsibility of care under PT, keeping written medical records that
justify POC ect, and for making sure all student/trainee programs follow accrediting
agencies.
What does section 464.012 (Direct Access) explain? - ANSWER-Basically as close
as it can get without it being called direct access. States that the PT shall refer pt if
condition is outside scope of practice. If plan requires beyond 30 days of care, then
PT must have a practitioner review and sign the plan.
When a pt has been examined by a physician licensed in another state, and has
been diagnosed with a condition that the PT is treating, is the PT required to follow
the rules of 464.012? - ANSWER-No.
Under what circumstances will the board issue a temporary permit? - ANSWER-To
someone who completes an application, is a graduate of an approved US pt
educational program, who submits an application for licensure, demonstrates proof
of malpractice insurance, and submits documentation showing they will be under
direct supervision of a licensed PT.
Under 486.0715 regarding temporary permits: Is a temporary license renewable?
And how long does the holder have to pass the national exam before the license
becomes invalid. - ANSWER-NO. 6 months
How many permittee can a PT directly supervise at any given time? Do they have to
cosign all documents? - ANSWER-ONE. YES.
, What methods of rehabilitation fall under the 'practice of physical therapy'? -
ANSWER-Electricity, exercise, massage, acupuncture upon compliance w/ the
criteria set forth by the Board of Medicine ( when NO penetration of the skin occurs),
use of radiant energy, UV, visible, and infrared rays.
What is the PTs authorization and empowerment of a PTA or unlicensed personnel
referred to? - ANSWER-Direction
What is observational, verbal, or manual determinations of the function of the
musculoskeletal or neuromuscualr system relative to physical therapy including ROM
, motor power ect.? - ANSWER-Assessment
What is the supervision of subordinate personnel performing directed actions, while
the licensed supervisor is IMMEDIATELY physically available? - ANSWER-Direct
supervision
What is supervision of a PTA, other than by direct supervision whereby the PT is
accessible at all times by two-way communication? - ANSWER-General Supervision
Define 'unlicensed personnel'. - ANSWER-Any individual working or volunteering in a
PT setting , not holding a current license as a PT or PTA.
How long must a PT be licensed before supervision period begins? - ANSWER-6
months
Regarding fees for application, reapplication and initial licensure, describe fees for
taking the examination, and for initial licensure. - ANSWER-100$ and 75$
Fees for renewal of an inactive license, a retired status fee, and reactivation fee are
____? - ANSWER-50$
Fees for duplication of license and certificates of public records are? - ANSWER-25$
What is the fee for renewal of an active license? - ANSWER-75$
What are the three qualities a PT must demonstrate to the board, in addition to filling
out a DOH form #MQA 1142 App for licensure? - ANSWER-1. 18 years old
2. Possess good moral character
3. Education (CAPTE) approved
Explain how many attempts one has to pass the examination. - ANSWER-One may
attempt the test three times, and may complete it 2 more times after that but only
once said person completes additional educational training requirements prescribed
by the board. After 5 total attempts one is no longer eligible.
Within how many years immediately prior to filling out the application for the
licensure must the person have obtained a passing score on the NPTE? - ANSWER-
5 years.
