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Which organization is responsible for the accreditation of the Delgado PTA Program?
Which organization is responsible for the accreditation of the Delgado PTA Program?
Physical therapy solely focuses on the treatment of existing diseases.
Physical therapy solely focuses on the treatment of existing diseases.
False
What is the primary purpose of physical therapy?
What is the primary purpose of physical therapy?
To promote optimal health and function.
Health is defined by WHO as a "state of complete physical, mental, and social ______ and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity."
Health is defined by WHO as a "state of complete physical, mental, and social ______ and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity."
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Match the elements of patient/client management with their correct descriptions:
Match the elements of patient/client management with their correct descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT one of the five elements of patient/client management?
Which of the following is NOT one of the five elements of patient/client management?
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A PT is not responsible for the overall plan of care when delegating tasks to a PTA.
A PT is not responsible for the overall plan of care when delegating tasks to a PTA.
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What document outlines the role of physical therapy in patient care?
What document outlines the role of physical therapy in patient care?
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The five elements of patient/client management include examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and ______.
The five elements of patient/client management include examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and ______.
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What factor influences a PT's decision to delegate care to a PTA?
What factor influences a PT's decision to delegate care to a PTA?
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What is the primary focus of informed consent?
What is the primary focus of informed consent?
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Experimental research involves manipulating variables to determine cause and effect.
Experimental research involves manipulating variables to determine cause and effect.
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What are the two main types of research?
What are the two main types of research?
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The ___ indicates that a PTA delivered the service, potentially affecting reimbursement rates.
The ___ indicates that a PTA delivered the service, potentially affecting reimbursement rates.
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Match the following research components with their descriptions:
Match the following research components with their descriptions:
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Which of the following roles does HIPAA play in healthcare?
Which of the following roles does HIPAA play in healthcare?
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Qualitative research focuses on numerical data and hypothesis testing.
Qualitative research focuses on numerical data and hypothesis testing.
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What are the four areas included in the PT Scope of Practice?
What are the four areas included in the PT Scope of Practice?
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What two rules are part of HIPAA that protect patient information?
What two rules are part of HIPAA that protect patient information?
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PTs in Louisiana need to have a physician's referral to evaluate and treat patients.
PTs in Louisiana need to have a physician's referral to evaluate and treat patients.
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What is the main purpose of the Louisiana PT Practice Act?
What is the main purpose of the Louisiana PT Practice Act?
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Both _ and _ contribute to the evidence-informed practice in patient care.
Both _ and _ contribute to the evidence-informed practice in patient care.
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The first PTA programs were established in _____.
The first PTA programs were established in _____.
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What aspect does the ICF framework primarily classify?
What aspect does the ICF framework primarily classify?
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Match the following components of Vision 2020 with their descriptions:
Match the following components of Vision 2020 with their descriptions:
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Which of the following responsibilities can only be performed by a PT?
Which of the following responsibilities can only be performed by a PT?
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PTAs are not allowed to perform dry needling.
PTAs are not allowed to perform dry needling.
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What is the primary role of Physical Therapy Aides?
What is the primary role of Physical Therapy Aides?
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The ICF framework helps identify impairments, activity limitations, and _____ restrictions.
The ICF framework helps identify impairments, activity limitations, and _____ restrictions.
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Which key figure is recognized as the first president of the American Women’s Physical Therapeutic Association?
Which key figure is recognized as the first president of the American Women’s Physical Therapeutic Association?
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Study Notes
Delgado PTA Program Accreditation
- Delgado PTA Program accredited by CAPTE (Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education)
- CAPTE accreditation ensures quality of programs preparing physical therapist assistants.
Physical Therapy as a Health Profession
- Physical therapy is a health profession focused on optimizing health and function.
- Includes prevention, restoration, maintenance, and promotion of physical function.
- Relies on scientific principles.
- Aims at promoting optimal health and function using scientific principles for clinical applications in prevention, restoration, maintenance, and promotion of optimal physical function.
World Health Organization's Definition of Health
- WHO defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.
- Beyond the absence of disease or infirmity.
- Encompasses biological, psychological, and social aspects.
Guide to Physical Therapist Practice 4.0
- APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice 4.0 describes physical therapy role in patient care.
- Outlines examination, evaluation, and intervention approaches.
- Provides a framework for physical therapist practice.
Patient/Client Management Elements
- Examination: Determines patient condition's nature and status.
- Evaluation: Interprets findings, establishes diagnosis.
- Diagnosis: Identifies issues needing physical therapy.
- Prognosis/Plan of Care: Predicts improvement, creates care plan.
- Intervention: PT/PTA perform therapeutic procedures for desired outcomes.
- PTAs participate in selected interventions under PT supervision.
Delegation from PT to PTA
- PT can delegate care to PTA based on PTA's education, experience, and skill, and patient condition complexity.
- PT responsible for the overall care plan.
- PT must consider patient stability and outcome predictability.
PT Scope of Practice
- Four areas: Examination/Evaluation, Therapeutic Interventions, Prevention/Health Promotion, Consultation/Education/Administration.
- Scope of Practice refers to PT's trained and authorized activities/procedures.
Louisiana PT Regulation
- Louisiana PT practice regulated by the Legislature (laws) and the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board (rules).
Disablement Model and ICF
- ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health) framework describes health condition impact on functions/structures, daily activities, and social participation.
- Helps identify impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions.
- Guides PTAs in minimizing these issues.
History of Physical Therapy
- Roots in ancient civilizations (China, Greece).
- Developed in the U.S. from WWI treatment needs and polio survivors.
- Key figures like Mary McMillan.
Defining a Profession
- Professional association (APTA), specialized education, research, professional journals, and formal meetings.
Vision 2020 for Physical Therapy
- Goals including autonomous practice, direct access, practitioner of choice, Doctor of PT degree, evidence-based practice, and professionalism.
PTA Development
- PTA role developed to support PTs due to increasing demand.
- First PTA programs established in 1969.
Increased Demand for PTAs
- Driven by healthcare cost reduction needs, aging population, and medical technology.
PTA Definition and Differences from PT
- PTA: Technically educated individual working under PT supervision for selected interventions.
- PT education broader, including advanced clinical science, research & administration.
- PTA education focuses on foundational knowledge and technical skills.
PTA Supervision & Delegation
- PTs delegate care based on PTA's competence, patient's complexity, and setting.
- PTs bear ultimate responsibility.
- Only PTs can complete initial evaluations, establish diagnoses/care plans, conduct re-evaluations, and determine discharges.
PTA Scope of Practice and Ethical Considerations
- PTAs can assist in treatment as part of care plan, but not with sharp debridement, dry needling, or spinal mobilization.
Supervision Levels
- General supervision: PT not on-site but accessible.
- Direct supervision: PT physically present, available for consultation.
- Direct personal supervision: PT physically present, directly overseeing the PTA.
PT Aides
- Support PT/PTAs with non-clinical tasks.
- Can assist in physical tasks under PT direction.
Interventions Beyond Entry-Level PTA Scope
- Dry needling, sharp debridement, spinal mobilization are beyond PTA scope.
Ethical Practice
- Principles of ethics (beneficence, autonomy, justice, nonmaleficence).
- Core values (integrity, social responsibility, compassion).
- Standards of ethical conduct outlining obligations to patients.
Louisiana Physical Therapy Practice Act
- Practice Act defines and protects scope of physical therapy.
- Ensures public safety.
- Sets qualifications for PTs/PTAs.
- Practice Act (2400 series) is law.
- Rules and Regulations (100-500 series), explains practical implementation.
LA PT Board Duties
- Enforces practice act, sets standards, disciplines violators.
PT Services Without Referral
- In Louisiana, PTs can evaluate/treat patients without physician's referral (Louisiana law 2418).
LA PT Board Presentation (Charlotte Martin)
- Board enforces PT regulations for public health/safety.
- Only licensed PTs supervise PTA students (Louisiana standards).
Power Dynamics/Informed Consent
- Power differential: PT's authority over patients.
- Power imbalance: Misused authority, potentially harmful.
- Informed consent: Patients' understanding of treatment nature/risks/benefits.
Therapeutic Relationship/Boundaries
- Focus on professional boundaries for the PTA.
Research Phases
- Develop question
- Design study
- Implement planning
- Analyze & Interpret data
- Create report
Research Article Components
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Methodology
- Results
- Discussion
- Conclusion
Research Types
- Basic vs. applied research
- Experimental vs. non-experimental research
- Quantitative vs. qualitative research
Research Quality
- Reliability (consistency of results).
- Validity (accuracy in measuring).
Evidence-Informed Practice (EIP)
- Combines research, clinical expertise, and patient values for patient care decisions.
APTA/APTA-LA (Dr. Paul Hildreth)
- Profession defined by knowledge, training, autonomy, and standards.
- PT professionalism includes core values (accountability, compassion).
HIPAA and the ICF
- HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) protects patient information.
- Covered entities include healthcare providers, insurers & clearing houses.
- PHI (Protected Health Information): Identifiable medical information (records, notes, billing).
- HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules
- Breach of PHI: unauthorized access/disclosure.
Telehealth and HIPAA
- Telehealth (digital communication) must comply with HIPAA guidelines.
ICF Overview
- ICF framework classifies functioning/disability (body functions, activity limitations/participation restrictions).
- Guidelines for PT interventions.
Future of PT/PTA
- CQ modifier indicates a PTA performed the service.
- Future challenges (military billing, COVID-19).
- Telehealth advancements (reshaping PT reach).
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Test your knowledge on the Delgado PTA Program and its accreditation by CAPTE. Learn about the profession's focus on promoting health through scientific principles and how the World Health Organization defines health. This quiz also touches on standards set by the APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice.
