SSC PTA Jurisprudence Exam FL Latest Update Graded A+

SSC PTA Jurisprudence Exam FL Latest Update Graded A+ Total attempts allowed for NPTE. Six, after 4 unsuccessful a prep course or internship must be taken. Intent of legislation of 486 Make sure that every PT/PTA meets minimum requirements for safe practice. License •document of authorization granted by board and department of health for a person to engage in physical therapy practice. General supervision •by a PT is required if activities by a PTA are done for a: •Board-certified orthopedic physician or physiatrist (458/459 medical or osteopathic physician) or a chiropractor (460) Onsite supervision •by a PT is required if activities by a PTA are done for a: •Podiatrist (461) or physician assistant (466) Direct supervision by PT required Acute care hospital, PT or PTA practicing under temporary permit, unlicensed personnel 10-Physical therapy assessment determinations of the function of the movement system as it relates to PT The Practice of Physical Therapy •The performance of assessment and tx of any disability, injury, disease or human health condition •Or the prevention of above: •Or the rehabilitation of above: •By alleviating impairments, functional movement limitations, & disabilities •By designing, implementing & modifying treatment interventions If pt condition is found to be outside scope of practice the Physical Therapist shall refer to or consult with the practitioner of record If PT tx is required for beyond 30 days for a condition not assessed by a practitioner of record the practitioner must review and sign the plan of care. are not within scope of physical therapy Use of roentgen rays and radium for dx or tx Physical therapy professionals Cannot engage in acupuncture Dry needling •A skilled intervention for evaluation or management Of neuromusculoskeletal conditions, pain, movement impairments or disabilities PTA license renewal fee every biennium not to exceed $150 PT license renewal fee every biennium not to exceed $200 Biennial CEU requirement 24 hours Reactivation of Inactive License •10 hours of CE per year inactive •Or proof of active physical therapy practice for the past 4 years in another state immediately preceding application for reactivation •Or make application for and pass examination and pays the fee sexual misconduct use of the patient-therapist relationship to induce or attempt to induce the patient in sexual activity •Being unable to practice PT with reasonable skill and safety. •As a result of mental or physical illness, alcohol, other drugs •The PT/PTA may be compelled to submit exam by DOH physician•The PT/PTA is given opportunity at regular intervals to demonstrate ability to return to competent practice. Filing a false report or record as a PT practitioner Can result in license suspension May face a 1st degree misdemeanor charge •Those who are not licensed or whose license is suspended or revoked cannot use the title of PT or PTA. General supervision description PT is accessible at all time by 2-way communication, available to respond to an inquiry and readily available for consultation during the delivery of care, within same geographical location as the PTA The PT shall not delegate •Those activities that require the skill/knowledge/judgment of the PT which include: •Initial evaluation, reevaluation •Intepretations of the eval or re-eval •Establishment or revision of goals •Develop or alteration of plan of care •Evaluation or interpretation of the progress of the pt in relationship to the plan of care. When delegating to unlicensed personnel: •The PT should establish in writing the education, training and experience required to perform duties in the setting as a part of the practice policies and procedures. Procedures for training should be defined. To qualify for performing EMGs •A physical therapist must be trained and competent in the technique, reading & interpretation. •Meet post-secondary education requirements. Complete 200 hours of testing human subjects under direct supervision