Florida Jurisprudence Practice Exam

A physical therapist who is supervising a physical therapist assistant treating a patient with chronic low back pain in an outpatient orthopedic setting is required to be;

1. In direct line of sight of the assistant

2. Present within te same facility where services are occurring

3. Available for a telephone call during the session

4. Interacting with the patient before the end of the treatment

3. Available for a telephone call during the session

(NOT 2 BECAUSE: Being in the same facility where the assistant is practicing is not a requirement. As long as the therapist is in the same geographic location for consultation during patient care, then the requirements for supervision have been met. The therapist having to be present within the same building is more appropriate for patient care that is delivered by unlicensed personnel.)

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding unlicensed personnel?

1.A physical therapist assistant can assign patient tasks to the personnel

2.General supervision is considered sufficient during patient care delivered by unlicensed personnel

3.Two unlicensed personnel can be providinq patient directed care simultaneously while supervised by a licensee

4.If properly trained by a physical therapist, the personnel can assess patient's progress during treatm

3.Two unlicensed personnel can be providinq patient directed care simultaneously while supervised by a licensee

Which of the following professions is NOT considered one that can serve as a practitioner of record for signing a physical therapist's plan of care?

A. Chiropractor

B. Podiatrist

C. Dentist

D. Pharmacist

D. Pharmacist

(A pharmacist is not included in the list of healthcare practitioners that are able to review and sign a physical therapist's plan of care.)

is Chiropractor practitioner?

YES, it is health care practitioner

A chiropractor is licensed under chapter 460 and is considered a health care practitioner that is able to serve as a practitioner of record.

An unlicensed personnel who is claiming the status of a physical therapist assistant is guilty of which of the following crimes?

A.Misdemeanor with a maximum of a $5,000 fine

B.Misdemeanor with a maximum of one year imprisonment

C.Felony with a maximum of a $5,000 fine

D.Felony with a maximum of one year imprisonment

B.Misdemeanor with a maximum of one year imprisonment

The maximum fine that false representation of licensure carries is ($)?

$1,000.

For false representation of licensure the unlicensed personnel is guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree. This carries with it a fine not to exceed___________ as well as possible imprisonment that is not to exceed_________ .

$1,000;

one year

For false representation of licensure the unlicensed personnel is guilty of a ?

misdemeanor of the first degree.

Which of the following statements in regards to disciplinary proceedings for administrative complaints is TRUE?

A.10 days following a finding of probable cause, the investigation shall be made public record

B.The probable cause panel has 15 days to complete the investigation following receipt of the report from the Department of Health

C.The American Physical Therapy Association is responsible for the final verdict regarding an administrative complaint (负责行政投诉的最终裁决)

D.When a legally sufficient complaint is present the identity of the individual who submitted the complaint shall be disclosed

A.10 days following a finding of probable cause, the investigation shall be made public record

The__________of the respective state that orders the final action/verdict regarding an administrative complaint 行政投诉的裁决

Board

A physical therapist assistant performing patient-related activities for which of the following practitioners requires on site supervision by a physical therapist?

A.Orthopedic physician

B.Physiatrist

C.Chiropractor

D.Podiatrist

D.Podiatrist

When a physical therapist assistant is performing patient related activities for a chiropractor licensed under chapter 460, ____________by a physical therapist can be used.

general supervision

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a licensee who has begun performing acupuncture with skin penetration to treat fibromyalgia patients?

A.An individual who is licensed through the Board of Medicine is able to perform acupuncture with skin penetration

B.If the licensee has transferred from a state where certification in acupuncture was obtained, then it can be performed lawfully

C.Revocation of license will occur

D.A year of probationary practice can be required

D.A year of probationary practice can be required

(C-Revocation of licensure for this type of offense occurs following the first offense if deemed appropriate by the board. 如果董事会认为适当，这种类型的违法行为会在初犯之后被吊销执照)

For a______________of practicing outside the permitted scope of physical therapy practice the licensee faces a minimum of one year of probationary practice up to a two year suspension followed by two years of probation. The licensee could also face a fine of $2,500 up to $10,000.

first offense

For a first offense of practicing outside the permitted scope of physical therapy practice the licensee faces a minimum of___________ practice up to a _______ followed by two years of probation. The licensee could also face a fine of $2,500 up to $10,000.

one year of probationary 缓期/试用期;

two year suspension 停职

For a first offense of practicing outside the permitted scope of physical therapy practice the licensee faces a minimum of one year of probationary practice up to a two year suspension followed by two years of probation. The licensee could also face a fine of ________

$2,500 up to $10,000.

What are the MAXIMUM number of years before initial licensure that the board will accept physical therapy school coursework for continuing education requirements regarding human immunodeficiency virus and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome education?

A.3

B.5

C.7

D.9

B.5

An individual who is seeking initial licensure can satisfy the continuing education requirements regarding HIV/AIDS if coursework has been taken within 5 years preceding the initial licensure date.申请初证的个人如果在初证日期之前的5年内完成了有关艾滋病毒/艾滋病的继续教育课程，就可以满足有关继续教育的要求。

With regards to continuing education requirements, what are the MAXIMUM number of hours that can be completed through home study for a licensee that has been inactive for one year?

A3

B6

C9

D12

B6

A physical therapy aide is able to participate in which of the following areas of documentation?

A.Evaluating progress towards established goals

B.Interpreting objective findings in a reevaluation

C.Recording interventions performed during treatment

D.Altering the established plan of care

C.Recording interventions performed during treatment

A licensee has completed one continuing education unit during the renewal cycle. How many additional HOURS are required?

A14

B16

C18

D20

A14

A patient receiving treatment at an outpatient facility has a physician referral that recommends iontophoresis for lateral epicondylitis. The medication to be used is not specified on the referral, but the patient recalls the physician stating that the medication is for inflammation. Which of the following courses of action is BEST to take?

A.Administer dexamethasone to address the inflammation

B.Contact the physician for a prescription of the desired medication

C.Discuss the policy of iontophoresis with the facility supervisor

D.Perform a trial of iontophoresis with a saline solution

B.Contact the physician for a prescription of the desired medication

Which of the following patient care tasks can be delegated to a physical therapist assistant?

A.Modification of goals

B.Review and interpretation of a practitioner's referral

C.Supervision of unlicensed personnel

D.Initial identification of contraindications

C.Supervision of unlicensed personnel

How many days does a licensee have to notify the Board of Physical Therapy Practice of a change in address?

A.15

B.30

C.45

D.60

D.60

A licensee who is closing an outpatient orthopedic clinic is required to keep patient medical records for a MINIMUM of how many years?

A.2

B.3

C.4

D.5

A.2

A licensee who has met the MAXIMUM number of contact hours applicable towards continuing education as a clinical instructor has how many additional hours left to fulfill the continuing education required for a renewal cycle?

A.16

B.18

C.20

D.22

B.18

(As a clinical instructor a licensee is able to obtain a maximum of 6 contact hours, therefore 18 hours are remaining. 1 contact hour as a clinical instructor is equal to 160 hours of clinical practice with a student.)

A physical therapist who is seeing a patient through direct access care has how many days to treat prior to having to obtain a referral from a practitioner of record?

A.15

B.30

C.45

D.60

B.30

Question 11

How many hours of human testing are required in order to complete a certification in electromyography?

A.125

B.150

C.175

D.200

D.200

An inactive licensee is desiring to begin practicing actively. How many hours of continuing education per year MUST have occurred in order for licensure to be reactivated?

A5

B10

C15

D20

B10

An inactive licensee shall have accrued _________ of continuing education per year. This is a requirement in order to apply for reactivation of licensure. 2 hours must be on prevention of medical errors. No more than 6 hours per year may be completed by home study per year of inactive status.

10 hours

An inactive licensee shall have accrued 10 hours of continuing education per year. This is a requirement in order to apply for reactivation of licensure. ______ must be on prevention of medical errors. No more than________may be completed by home study per year of inactive status.

2 hours; 6 hours per year

An inactive licensee shall have accrued 10 hours of continuing education per year. This is a requirement in order to apply for reactivation of licensure. 2 hours must be on__________. No more than 6 hours per year may be completed by home study per year of inactive status.

prevention of medical errors

A patient who is being discharged from physical therapy inquires about personal training. The licensee who owns a gym recommends a personal trainer at the facility. In order for this to be lawful, a written disclosure should contain which of the following portions of information?

A.A listing of two additional personal trainers that are not associated with any gyms that the licensee owns

B.The amount of profit that the licensee will receive from the patient's participation in personal training

C.The patient's signature acknowledging receipt of a written disclosure of the licensee's investment

D.A documented statement that the patient is no longer under the care of the licensee

A.A listing of two additional personal trainers that are not associated with any gyms that the licensee owns

Which of the following circumstances assists in withholding liability of a licensee when disclosing confidential information to a sexual partner of a patient who has tested positive for human immunodeficiency virus?

A.The licensee informs the patient of the intent to share the information with the partner following patient's refusal to

B.The patient has been discharged from physical therapy services for a period of 15 days

C.The licensee has received permission by the patient's physician to disclose information to the partner

D.The patient has failed to reveal the information within 30 days of becoming aware of the positive findings

A.The licensee informs the patient of the intent to share the information with the partner following patient's refusal to

A licensee whose license has become delinquent is guilty of which of the following crimes if practice is continued for 6 months following expiration?

A.Felony with a minimum of a $500 fine

B.Misdemeanor with a minimum of a $500 fine

C.Felony with a minimum imprisonment for 90 days

D.Misdemeanor with a minimum imprisonment for 90 days

B.Misdemeanor with a minimum of a $500 fine

An individual who is actively practicing while under a delinquent license is guilty of a misdemeanor with a minimum fine of______ when the duration is less than 12 months. When the duration is 12 months or more then the individual is guilty of a felony.

$500

An individual who is actively practicing while under a delinquent license is guilty of a_________ with a minimum fine of $500 when the duration is less than 12 months. When the duration is 12 months or more then the individual is guilty of a felony.

misdemeanor

An individual who is actively practicing while under a delinquent license is guilty of a misdemeanor with a minimum fine of $500 when the duration is less than________. When the duration is 12 months or more then the individual is guilty of a felony.

12 months

An individual who is actively practicing while under a delinquent license is guilty of a misdemeanor with a minimum fine of $500 when the duration is less than 12 months. When the duration is 12 months or______ then the individual is guilty of a felony.

more

An individual who is actively practicing while under a delinquent license is guilty of a misdemeanor with a minimum fine of $500 when the duration is less than 12 months. When the duration is 12 months or more then the individual is guilty of a_______ .

felony

A licensee who has received a notification for a citation following false advertising has how many days to dispute it?

A.15

B.30

C.45

D.60

B.30

A licensee has 30 days to dispute a citation when notified of it. If it is not disputed then the citation will become a________ .

public final order

A physician offers to pay for patient referrals from a physical therapist for patients that are out of the scope of direct access physical therapy care. In order for this relationship to be lawful which of the following criteria needs to be met?

A.The amount of cash given to the physical therapy licensee cannot exceed $3,000 per year

B.Disclosure of the relationship to the Florida Physical Therapy Board

C.Notice of compensation shall be disclosed verbally and in writing to the patients

D.No cash incentive can be present at anytime during patient care

D.No cash incentive can be present at anytime during patient care

A licensee receiving compensation by a physician for referrals is termed a _______. This is unlawful and prohibited.

kickback

Following the death of a licensee, how much time is allowed prior to a required newspaper publication indicating the availability of the licensee's medical records for patient pickup?

A.1 week

B.2 weeks

C.1 month

D.2 months

C.1 month

Which of the following criteria will aid a licensee in avoiding disciplinary action following a legally sufficient complaint for impairment through alcohol use?

A.Having less than 3 similar complaints in the past 3 years

B.Informing the physical therapy facility supervisor prior to the complaint being submitted

C.Participating in a program for impaired practitioners

D.The complaint is submitted 6 months following the incident

C.Participating in a program for impaired practitioners

An administrative complaint generally can be filed within______from the date of the incident. However, a complaint involving the_______can exceed this 6 year timeline but in no event can exceed 12 years.

6 years; impairment of a practitioner

An administrative complaint generally can be filed within 6 years from the date of the incident. However, a complaint involving the impairment of a practitioner can exceed this 6 year timeline but in no event can exceed_______ .

12 years

An inactive licensee who is desiring to reactivate a license is required to complete all of the following steps EXCEPT:

A.Payment of biennial renewal fee

B.Payment of change of status fee

C.Provide documentation of successful passage of the National Physical Therapy Examination

D.Provide evidence of adequate clinical reasoning through passage of practical patient care scenario

D.Provide evidence of adequate clinical reasoning through passage of practical patient care scenario

Florida does not require the__________ in order to reactivate a license

passage of a practical patient care scenario

一个实际病人的护理方案

What are the MAXIMUM number of contact hours that a course instructor can receive credit for following the teaching of a 12 hour continuing education class?

A6

B8

C10

D12

A6

A course instructor can receive up to________for teaching a continuing education class. For each hour taught, the instructor will receive________ to apply towards the continuing education requirements.

6 contact hours; ONE contact hour

A course instructor can receive up to 6 contact hours for teaching a continuing education class. For each hour taught, the instructor will receive a contact hour to apply towards the______________ .

continuing education requirements

Which of the following entities is responsible for authorizing physical therapy licenses?

A.Board of Physical Therapy Practice

B.American Physical Therapy Association

C.Federation of State Board of Physical Therapy

D.Institutional Review Board

A.Board of Physical Therapy Practice

The American Physical Therapy Association is the national professional organization that promotes physical therapy in a__________as well as provides resources for its members

healthcare setting

The American Physical Therapy Association is the national professional organization that promotes physical therapy in a healthcare setting as well as_______for its members.

provides resources

The Federation of State Board of Physical Therapy is responsible for the_______________of the National Physical Therapy Exam.

administration

The Federation of State Board of Physical Therapy is responsible for the administration of the___________

National Physical Therapy Exam.

An Institutional Review Board is what is used to ensure____and_____care of human subjects used in research studies.

moral; ethical

An Institutional Review Board is what is used to ensure moral and ethical care of_________ used in research studies

human subjects

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding unlicensed personnel?

A.Training must occur within six months of hire date

B.Direct supervision must be used during patient care

C.Supervision of exercise based patient care can occur by a certified personal trainer

D.A minimum of 40 hours of documented training must occur prior to patient treatment

B.Direct supervision must be used during patient care

Which of the following requirements are NOT needed in a prevention of medical errors continuing education class?

A.Medical documentation and communication

B.Pharmacological components of patient management in physical therapy

C.Contraindications for physical therapy treatment

D.Appropriate parameters for modality application such as ultrasound

D.Appropriate parameters for modality application such as ultrasound

Which of the following actions MUST a supervising physical therapist perform in order for an applicant to legally practice under a temporary permit?

A.Be present on site at the same facility that treatment occurs

B.Have availability for consultation by way of a telephone call while patient care is provided

C.Reevaluate the patients seen within three days of a patient encounter

D.Document discussion upon the outcome of patient treatment by the end of business day

A.Be present on site at the same facility that treatment occurs

Which of the following statements with regards to sexual misconduct between a licensee and a patient is TRUE?

A.Consent for a sexual relationship needs to be provided in writing, signed, and dated by both parties

B.Sexual activity with a patient who is under a licensee's care is prohibited

C.The fine for a sexual misconduct offense is $15,000

D.Temporary revocation of the licensee's license can occur for a maximum duration of 12 months

B.Sexual activity with a patient who is under a licensee's care is prohibited

The fine for an offense involving sexual misconduct is not to exceed________.

$10,000

Legislature calls for regulation of physical therapy PRIMARILY for which of the following reasons?

A.Welfare and safety of the public

B.Ensure financial growth of the profession

C.Promote defining lines between similar occupations

D.Facilitate ease of accessibility to healthcare services

A.Welfare and safety of the public

Which of the following settings BEST represents where direct supervision is required for a physical therapist assistant?

A.Outpatient

B.School

C.Skilled nursing facility

D.Acute care

D.Acute care

Which of the following interventions CANNOT be completed by physical therapists?

A.Ultrasound

B.Performance of neuromuscular electrical stimulation

C.Administration of physician prescribed topical medication

D.Spinal manipulations

D.Spinal manipulations

Spinal manipulations in the state of Florida are______allowed as this falls under the chiropractic scope of practice. Should a patient require a specific spinal manipulation, then a referral to a chiropractor shall occur.

not

A licensee is evaluating a patient referred by a physician specifically for traction and soft tissue mobilization. Following the evaluation, the licensee believes that traction may be contraindicated and that the patient may benefit greater from interventions involving therapeutic exercise. To proceed appropriately, which of the following actions MUST occur?

A.An initial trial of traction and soft tissue mobilization for a minimum of two visits to determine outcomes

B.Immediate contact of the physician in order to alter the plan of care

C.Notification of the physical therapy facility supervisor prior to the start of patient treatment

D.The patient needs to obtain a new authorization from the insurance provider that is signed by their physician

B.Immediate contact of the physician in order to alter the plan of care

What are the MAXIMUM number of years a retired licensee is allowed to remain in that status until the board may require full reexamination for current competency assessment if license reactivation is desired?

A3

B5

C8

D10

B5

Which of the following courses DO NOT need to be taken as part of the requirements for certification in electromyography?

A.Human dissection

B.Pathological conditions

C.Microbiology

D.Neurophysiology

C.Microbiology

微生物学

The required of certification in electromyography courses include:

Human dissection

Pathological conditions

Human physiology

Neurology

Neuroanatomy

Neurophysiology

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a physical therapy student?

A.They are able to train an aide in patient care

B.Upon completion of a patient evaluation the student is considered the practitioner of record

C.Treatment of patients can only occur when a licensed physical therapist is physically present

D.Passage of the Florida Physical Therapy Laws and Rules examination shall occur prior to clinical rotations

C.Treatment of patients can only occur when a licensed physical therapist is physically present

A patient of a licensee who has deceased is requesting copies of medical paperwork. A facility can charge a MAXIMUM of how much per page for the first 25 pages?

A$0.25

B$0.50

C$0.75

D$1.00

D$1.00

Which of the following violations results in a licensee being guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree?

A.Referring a patient without disclosure to an entity where the licensee is an investor

B.Practicing without an active license and causing serious bodily injury to a patient

C.Engaging in patient care with a license that has been delinquent for greater than 12 months

D.Copying or reproducing an examination

A.Referring a patient without disclosure to an entity where the licensee is an investor

For clinical instructors, how many clinical internship hours are required in order to earn one contact hour for continuing education requirements?

A100

B130

C160

D190

C160

160 clinical hours have to be completed in order to earn____ contact hour. This can then be applied to the continuing education requirements as long as the clinical instructor is credentialed with the American Physical Therapy Association.

ONE

A licensee who is reactivating their license is able to receive how many continuing education hours by passing the Florida Physical Therapy Laws and Rules Examination?

A2

B3

C4

D5

A2

A licensee is transferring a clinical practice to a different location. How many days must a notice of transfer be present at the old location for patient's to see?

A15

B30

C45

D60

B30

What are the MINIMUM number of years that a licensee must retain record for completing a continuing education class?

A3

B4

C5

D6

B4

Which of the following statements regarding a licensee with an inactive license is TRUE?

A.Change to an active license can occur at any time during the year

B.A biennial renewal fee is not required while the licensee is inactive

C.Reexamination is required following three years of inactive status

D.The board is unable to impose disciplinary actions upon the licensee

A.Change to an active license can occur at any time during the year

Reexamination or a test of competency may occur following _____years or two renewal cycles of an inactive license status. It will not be the full national examination but may include a part of it or be a specified test of competency to ensure safety, health, and welfare of public.

four;

A licensee who just renewed their license has how many years until the next renewal cycle?

A2

B3

C4

D5

A2

Which of the following terms is interchangeable with "physical therapy"?

A.Kinesiotherapy

B.Physiotherapy

C.Neuromuscular therapy

D.Exercise physiology

B.Physiotherapy

A disciplinary case towards a licensee did not find probable cause. How many days does the individual who filed the complaint have to provide additional information to the Department of Health to support the claim?

A30

B60

C90

D120

B60

A licensee that has been inactive for four years has to complete how many continuing education hours in prevention of medical errors in order to reactivate the license?

ATwo

BFour

CSix

DEight

DEight

For each year that a licensee has an inactive license, _________ of continuing education must be completed in prevention of medical errors. With the licensee in this scenario being inactive for four years this would result in a total of eight continuing education hours being required.

TWO hours

For each year that a licensee has an inactive license, two hours of continuing education must be completed in___________. With the licensee in this scenario being inactive for four years this would result in a total of eight continuing education hours being required.

prevention of medical errors

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the required human trafficking education course?

A.It can be taken by means of home study

B.Subject areas must include content on resources available to victims

C.Completion is to have occurred by all licensees by January 1, 2021

D.The duration has to be a minimum of four hours

D.The duration has to be a minimum of four hours

__________ is the minimum duration required for an approved human trafficking educational course.

ONE hour

Which of the following individuals is able to delegate tasks to unlicensed personnel?

A.Both a physical therapist and physical therapist applicant

B.Physical therapist but not a physical therapist assistant

C.Both a physical therapist and physical therapist assistant

D.Physical therapist assistant but not a physical therapist applicant

B.Physical therapist but not a physical therapist assistant

A physical therapist assistant is able to __________unlicensed personnel once the task has been delegated by the physical therapist.

directly supervise

A physical therapist assistant is able to directly supervise unlicensed personnel once the task has been delegated by_______

the physical therapist.

A license that has just become delinquent has how many years before it becomes null and void?

A.Two

B.Four

C.Six

D.Eight

A.Two

A license becomes delinquent when a renewal becomes due and payment or continuing education hours are not met for ___ biennial cycle. Following that, the licensee has one additional renewal cycle or ______ to renew the license in an active or inactive status before the license will become void and a new license will have to be obtained.

当续期到期并且在一个双年度周期内未达到付款或继续教育时数时，许可证就会被拖欠;在许可证失效之前，被许可方有一个额外的续期周期或2年来续期处于激活或不激活状态的许可证，并且必须获得新的许可证

ONE; TWO YEARS

How much is a licensee fined for failing to notify the board of a change in address?

A$250

B$500

C$750

D$1000

A$250

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding kickbacks?

A.As long as the payment given for referring patients is not considered tax deductible they are legal

B.If it occurs between individuals of the same profession they are legal

C.Even if there is an exchange of services and not cash they are illegal

D.If the patient is not notified of the reimbursement that is given for the referral they are illegal

C.Even if there is an exchange of services and not cash they are illegal

Question 16

A kickback does is not limited to only _____ payments. Even if a service is offered in exchange for patient referrals, then it is still termed a kickback and unlawful.

即使一项服务是以病人转诊为交换条件提供的，它仍然被称为回扣，是非法的

cash;

A licensee can receive a fine for which of the following amounts for failing to report another licensee who is guilty of violating rules established by the board?

A$500

B$1000

C$1500

D$2000

A$500

It is each licensee's responsibility to report violations of the rules established by the board should other licensee's violate them. If it is not done then a fine of $500 can be issued.

如果其他持牌人违反了董事会制定的规则，每个持牌人都有责任报告违反规则的情况