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Which organization creates the laws and regulations for physical therapy practice in California?
Physical Therapy Board of California
What is the mission of the Physical Therapy Board of California?
To advance and protect the interests of the people of California by the effective administration of the Physical Therapy Practice Act
What is the primary priority of the Physical Therapy Board of California?
Protection of the public
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What are the main responsibilities of the Physical Therapy Board of California?
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Where can the California Practice Act be found?
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Who is legally responsible for protecting the public from incompetent, unprofessional, and criminal practice of physical therapy in California?
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What is the composition of the Physical Therapy Board of California?
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What is the role of the California State Senate in creating laws and regulations for physical therapy practice?
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What is the main focus of the Physical Therapy Board of California?
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What is the minimum font size required for name tags of all personnel performing patient-related tasks?
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In the state of CA, which of the following is NOT a category for which PTs are mandated reporters?
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What could lead to discipline for a PT/PTA according to the text?
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What does the scope of practice for PT define?
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According to the CA Practice Act, what does 'physical therapy' include?
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What are some considerations for the modernization of the CA Practice Act in 2023?
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What is the vision of The American Physical Therapy Association?
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What is the mission of The American Physical Therapy Association?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the APTA's definition of the scope of practice for PT?
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What is the practice of physical therapy according to the CA Practice Act?
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What is the minimum number of CEUs that licensed PTs in California must complete every 2 years?
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What is the maximum number of PTAs that a PT in California can supervise?
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Who oversees the educational requirements for PT licensure in California?
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What is the title for a physical therapist upon graduation and passing the boards?
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In California, how many days or visits can PTs treat patients without a prescription from a physician?
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What examination is used to assess minimum competency for PTs and PTAs in California?
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What is the maximum number of PTAs that a PT in California can supervise?
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What is the maximum number of PTAs that a PT in California can supervise?
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In California, who can provide direct and immediate supervision of student PTs?
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What is not allowed in the state of California in terms of physical therapy?
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How often must licensed PTs in California complete Continuing Education Units (CEUs)?
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Which organization oversees the educational requirements for PT licensure in California?
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What is the maximum duration or number of visits for which PTs in California can treat patients without a prescription from a physician?
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What is the title that a physical therapist will hold upon graduation and passing the boards?
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How many PTAs can a licensed PT supervise in California?
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Which examination is used to assess minimum competency for PTs and PTAs in California?
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In California, who can provide physical therapy, use specific titles, and use the title 'Doctor' in spoken communication?
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What is the maximum number of PTAs that a licensed PT can supervise in California?
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What is the stance on dry needling in the state of California?
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Who must provide direct and immediate supervision of student PTs in California?
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Study Notes
California Physical Therapy Practice Act Summary
- The Physical Therapy Practice Act (PTPA) was added to California statutes in 1953, creating the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBC).
- The PTPA defines the scope of practice, licensure requirements, educational standards, enforcement, and offenses related to physical therapy in California.
- Violating the provisions of the Practice Act is a criminal offense, and complaints against PTs can be filed by individuals or agencies to the PTBC.
- PTs in California must meet various licensure requirements, including passing an examination and completing 30 CEUs every 2 years.
- The Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) oversees educational requirements for PT licensure, including clinical experience and foreign education program approval.
- Offenses such as sex offender registration and certain felonies automatically bar individuals from obtaining a PT license, while others are considered when applying for licensure.
- The National Physical Therapy Examination, developed by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy, is used to assess minimum competency for PTs and PTAs.
- Direct Access to physical therapy varies by state, and in California, PTs can treat patients for 45 days or 12 visits without a prescription from a physician.
- Only licensed physical therapists can provide physical therapy, use specific titles, and use the title "Doctor" in spoken communication with specification.
- Upon graduation and passing the boards, the title for a physical therapist will be "John Smith, DPT."
- PTs can supervise a maximum of 2 PTAs, and PTAs cannot supervise physical therapy aides or perform certain tasks, while PTs can use the services of one aide.
- Licensed physical therapists must provide direct and immediate supervision of student PTs, and dry needling is not allowed in the state of California.
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