TEXAS PHYSICAL THERAPY JURISPRUDENCE EXAM PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A |STUDY GUIDE|
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Core Domains
*- Texas Physical Therapy Practice Act and Board Rules*
*- Licensure Requirements and Renewal Procedures*
*- Supervision and Delegation Standards*
*- Ethics and Professional Conduct*
*- Patient Confidentiality and HIPAA Compliance*
*- Documentation and Record-Keeping Requirements*
*- Unprofessional Conduct and Disciplinary Actions*
*- Continuing Competence Requirements*
*- Ethical Decision-Making Models*
*- Regulatory and Legal Compliance*
Introduction
This assessment evaluates comprehensive knowledge of the Texas Physical Therapy Jurisprudence
requirements essential for safe and compliant practice. The exam assesses understanding of the Texas
Physical Therapy Practice Act, Board rules, ethical standards, and professional responsibilities that govern
physical therapy practice in Texas. Through multiple-choice and scenario-based questions, candidates
demonstrate their ability to apply regulatory knowledge to real-world clinical situations. The assessment
emphasizes critical decision-making, ethical reasoning, and legal compliance in professional practice.
Successful completion demonstrates readiness to meet Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners standards
for licensure and renewal.
,SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
Question 1
A physical therapist in Texas is preparing to renew their license. How many continuing competence units
(CCUs) must they complete during each two-year renewal cycle?
A. 20 CCUs
B. 25 CCUs
C. 30 CCUs
D. 35 CCUs
🟢 Correct answer: C
🔴 RATIONALE: Texas PTs are legally required to complete 30 continuing competence units (CCUs) during
each two-year renewal cycle to maintain professional licensure.
Question 2
Which of the following documents is embedded within the TX JAM for reference during the assessment?
A. Only the Texas Physical Therapy Practice Act
B. Texas PT Practice Act and Rules, APTA Code of Ethics, and ethical decision-making models
C. Only the APTA Code of Ethics
D. Federal Medicare regulations only
,🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: Resource documents available within the TX JAM include the TX PT Practice Act and Rules;
APTA's Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist and Guide for Professional Conduct; and guides for ethical
conduct and ethical decision-making models.
Question 3
What is the passing score required on the TX JAM (Jurisprudence Assessment Module)?
A. 70 out of 75 correct answers (93%)
B. 60 out of 75 correct answers (80%)
C. 50 out of 75 correct answers (67%)
D. 65 out of 75 correct answers (87%)
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: The passing score on the TX JAM is 60 out of 75 correct answers or 80% (scale score 120).
Question 4
A physical therapist assistant (PTA) in Texas is seeking to renew their license. How many CCUs must they
complete during each two-year renewal cycle?
A. 15 CCUs
B. 20 CCUs
C. 25 CCUs
D. 30 CCUs
, 🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: PTAs in Texas have to complete 20 hours (CCUs) of continuing competence every two years
for license renewal.
Question 5
Which individual MUST take the TX JAM prior to the issuance of their license in Texas?
A. Only foreign-educated physical therapists
B. Individuals applying for initial PT or PTA licensure
C. Only physical therapists with temporary licenses
D. Physical therapists practicing under US government contracts only
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: Individuals applying for initial PT or PTA licensure in Texas must take the TX JAM prior to
the issuance of their license as a licensure requirement.
Question 6
How many multiple-choice items are on the TX JAM?
A. 50 multiple-choice items
B. 60 multiple-choice items
C. 75 multiple-choice items
D. 100 multiple-choice items
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A |STUDY GUIDE|
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Core Domains
*- Texas Physical Therapy Practice Act and Board Rules*
*- Licensure Requirements and Renewal Procedures*
*- Supervision and Delegation Standards*
*- Ethics and Professional Conduct*
*- Patient Confidentiality and HIPAA Compliance*
*- Documentation and Record-Keeping Requirements*
*- Unprofessional Conduct and Disciplinary Actions*
*- Continuing Competence Requirements*
*- Ethical Decision-Making Models*
*- Regulatory and Legal Compliance*
Introduction
This assessment evaluates comprehensive knowledge of the Texas Physical Therapy Jurisprudence
requirements essential for safe and compliant practice. The exam assesses understanding of the Texas
Physical Therapy Practice Act, Board rules, ethical standards, and professional responsibilities that govern
physical therapy practice in Texas. Through multiple-choice and scenario-based questions, candidates
demonstrate their ability to apply regulatory knowledge to real-world clinical situations. The assessment
emphasizes critical decision-making, ethical reasoning, and legal compliance in professional practice.
Successful completion demonstrates readiness to meet Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners standards
for licensure and renewal.
,SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
Question 1
A physical therapist in Texas is preparing to renew their license. How many continuing competence units
(CCUs) must they complete during each two-year renewal cycle?
A. 20 CCUs
B. 25 CCUs
C. 30 CCUs
D. 35 CCUs
🟢 Correct answer: C
🔴 RATIONALE: Texas PTs are legally required to complete 30 continuing competence units (CCUs) during
each two-year renewal cycle to maintain professional licensure.
Question 2
Which of the following documents is embedded within the TX JAM for reference during the assessment?
A. Only the Texas Physical Therapy Practice Act
B. Texas PT Practice Act and Rules, APTA Code of Ethics, and ethical decision-making models
C. Only the APTA Code of Ethics
D. Federal Medicare regulations only
,🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: Resource documents available within the TX JAM include the TX PT Practice Act and Rules;
APTA's Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist and Guide for Professional Conduct; and guides for ethical
conduct and ethical decision-making models.
Question 3
What is the passing score required on the TX JAM (Jurisprudence Assessment Module)?
A. 70 out of 75 correct answers (93%)
B. 60 out of 75 correct answers (80%)
C. 50 out of 75 correct answers (67%)
D. 65 out of 75 correct answers (87%)
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: The passing score on the TX JAM is 60 out of 75 correct answers or 80% (scale score 120).
Question 4
A physical therapist assistant (PTA) in Texas is seeking to renew their license. How many CCUs must they
complete during each two-year renewal cycle?
A. 15 CCUs
B. 20 CCUs
C. 25 CCUs
D. 30 CCUs
, 🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: PTAs in Texas have to complete 20 hours (CCUs) of continuing competence every two years
for license renewal.
Question 5
Which individual MUST take the TX JAM prior to the issuance of their license in Texas?
A. Only foreign-educated physical therapists
B. Individuals applying for initial PT or PTA licensure
C. Only physical therapists with temporary licenses
D. Physical therapists practicing under US government contracts only
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: Individuals applying for initial PT or PTA licensure in Texas must take the TX JAM prior to
the issuance of their license as a licensure requirement.
Question 6
How many multiple-choice items are on the TX JAM?
A. 50 multiple-choice items
B. 60 multiple-choice items
C. 75 multiple-choice items
D. 100 multiple-choice items
