Florida PT Jurisprudence Exam | 2026/2027 Update | verified Questions and Correct Answers | Complete Exam Material

Florida PT Jurisprudence Exam | 2026/2027 Update | verified Questions and Correct Answers | Complete Exam Material Fully Updated • High-Yield • Legally Focused • Exam-Ready Included Topics • Florida PT Practice Act • Board of Physical Therapy Rules & Regulations • Licensure Requirements • Supervision & Delegation Standards • Scope of Practice & Ethical Obligations • Disciplinary Actions + Penalties • Documentation Requirements • Continuing Education Rules • Patient Rights & Legal Responsibilities What You Get • Verified exam-style questions • Correct answers with explanations • Covers ALL current Florida laws & regulations • Updated for the 2026/2027 testing cycle • Designed for PTs & PTAs preparing for jurisprudence certification Perfect for: • PT & PTA license applicants • Out-of-state transfers • Clinicians needing Florida jurisprudence renewal • Students preparing for state compliance exams 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 3. Available for a telephone call during the session 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 (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, B6 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 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 A.The licensee informs the patient of the intent to share the information with withholding liability of a licensee when disclosing the partner following patient's refusal to 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 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 C.Treatment of patients can only occur when a licensed physical therapist is a physical therapy student? physically present 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 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 A.Referring a patient without disclosure to an entity where the licensee is an being guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree? investor 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 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 B4 licensee must retain record for completing a continuing education class? A3 B4 C5 D6 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 A2 many years until the next renewal cycle? A2 B3 C4 D5 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 Question 47 Which of the following statements BEST correlates to a revoked license? A.It is considered synonymous with a suspended license B.It is the punishment issued for a first offense of improperly using a laser device C.If the licensee desires to practice again, the initial licensure requirements shall be completed D.A licensee can practice clinically for a maximum duration of 45 days in the status so as to transition patient's to a new practitioner C.If the licensee desires to practice again, the initial licensure requirements shall be completed A revoked license means that the license has and is no longer valid. Therefore, if the licensee is given the opportunity to practice again, a new license will have to be obtained. This would mean that the requirements for can be required. 被吊销的执照是指该执照已经失效因此，如果被许可 人有机会再次行医，就必须获得新的许可这将意味着 可能需要初始许可的要求 ENDED; initial licensure For a first offense of improperly using a laser device, a licensee can be issued a maximum of a fine as well as followed by probation. Revocation would not occur until the second offense for this specific violation. $10,000; suspension For a first offense of improperly using a device, a licensee can be issued a maximum of a $10,000 fine as well as suspension followed by probation. Revocation would not occur until the second offense for this specific violation. laser A suspended license is still able to practice. A revoked license ceases to exist and cannot be used in the future. Therefore, suspended and revoked licenses are not synonymous. potentially resume A suspended license is still able to potentially resume practice. A revoked license and cannot be used in the future. Therefore, suspended and revoked licenses are not synonymous. 被吊销的执照仍有可能恢复行医被吊销的许可证将不 再存在，将来无法使用因此，暂停和吊销许可证并不 是同义词 ceases to exist A suspended license is still able to potentially resume practice. A revoked license ceases to exist and in the future. Therefore, suspended and revoked licenses are not synonymous. cannot be used in the future Once the license is , the licensee can no longer practice. Only a licensee with an license is able to practice and provide care to patients revoked; active A licensee who takes a four credit hour course at a university is able to receive credit for how many continuing education hours? (A four unit or credit hour course fulfills 4 hours of the continuing education requirements for a renewal cycle. 一个四个单元或学分的课程满足4小时的继续教 育要求，一个更新周期) A4 B8 C12 D16 A4 Which of the following interventions is NOT included in the scope of physical therapy practice? A.Ultrasound B.Massage C.Wound cauterization D.Acupuncture C.Wound cauterization What is the MAXIMUM number of months that the board has to issue a citation to a licensee that has a complaint filed against them? A3 B6 C9 D12 B6 Which of the following personnel can practice under the general supervision of a physical therapist? A.Physical therapist applicant B.Physical therapist assistant C.Physical therapy student D.Physical therapy aide B.Physical therapist assistant A physical therapist is evaluating a patient with the medical diagnosis of neck pain. However, the patient reports lumbar pain as their primary complaint. Which of the following actions is BEST to take? A.Perform an evaluation upon the neck to determine if any objective deficits could be treated B.Contact the referring provider to inform about the discrepancy C.Discuss proper procedure with the rehab facility supervisor D.Use a maximum of three treatments upon the low back to determine effectiveness B.Contact the referring provider to inform about the discrepancy A patient asks a treating physical therapist assistant about their prognosis for improving balance. Which of the following actions is BEST for the assistant to take? A.Provide an opinion based upon the progression thus far B.Have the patient discuss this with the supervising physical therapist C.Instruct the patient to follow up with the referring physician D.Give the patient their evaluation paperwork to compare their past to present status B.Have the patient discuss this with the supervising physical therapist How many months following the date of a licensee's C22 death must a second publication in a local newspaper (22 months after a licensee's death, an additional local newspaper occur to inform patients of the availability of medical publication shall be posted for a period of four weeks. At the conclusion of records? that time, one additional month will transpire and then the records shall be A18 properly disposed of. 持牌人死亡22个月后，须在当地报纸上刊登一份额外刊 B20 物，为期四周在该时间结束时，将再延长一个月，然后记录将被适当处理) C22 D24 How many continuing education hours MUST a licensee complete every renewal cycle? A24 B26 C28 D30 A24 Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding an inactive license renewal fee? A.There is none following the second consecutive inactive renewal cycle B.There is none if the inactive period lasted less than six months C.It cannot exceed the amount for an active license D.It must exceed the amount for a retired license C.It cannot exceed the amount for an active license Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding license renewal for a licensee who is absent from the state of Florida due to a spouse serving in the armed forces? A.A fee does not have to be paid B.lt is to occur annually C.Continuing education requirements are to be met every renewal cycle during service D.Passing the law examination is required every other renewal cycle A.A fee does not have to be paid Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the sharing of a patient's positive HIV result with their sexual partner? A. A licensee shall not be liable for failing to disclose the information B. If the patient does not disclose the identity of the partner then a family member of the patient can be contacted C. Five attempts to contact the partner is the minimum amount that must occur D. The recommendation to the patient to share the information must be provided by a facility supervisor A.A licensee shall not be liable for failing to disclose the information 持证人不 承担不披露的责任 A recommendation to a patient to share the information of the positive test to a partner does not need to be provided by a facility supervisor. The licensee that is working with the patient is to provide the once the positive test is revealed and the identity of the partner is disclosed recommendation A first time licensee who has failed to complete five A10 hours of continuing education by the renewal deadline (For each hour that a first time licensee does not complete for continuing can now be required to complete how many TOTAL education, an additional hour can be required. This means that for 5 hours hours per the physical therapy board? missed, 10 hours can then be required. 对于第一次被许可人没有完成继续教 (board would require as one additional hour is 育的每一小时，可以要求额外一小时这意味着，如果错过了5个小时，那么 required for each hour not completed.) 就需要10个小时) A10 B15 C20 D25 Which of the following individuals is able to interpret a practitioner of record's referral? A.Physical therapist and physical therapist applicant B.Physical therapist and physical therapist assistant C.Physical therapist but not a physical therapist assistant D.Physical therapist assistant but not a physical therapist applicant C.Physical therapist but not a physical therapist assistant A lawyer who reports representing a patient of a licensee asks for the medical record. Which of the following actions is BEST to take? A.Inform the facility supervisor of the request B.Provide it at a fee for the time and resources used C.Contact the patient's referring practitioner D.Obtain written consent by the patient D.Obtain written consent by the patient Which of the following statements BEST represents the requirements of a licensed supervisor providing direct supervision of subordinate personnel during patient care? A.Present at the treatment facility greater than 50% of the workweek B.Accessible by means of telecommunication or email C.In attendance for weekly discussions regarding the outcome of care D.On site and immediately and physically available D.On site and immediately and physically available How many days prior to the end of a renewal cycle will the board forward a license renewal notification? A30 B60 C90 D120 C90 A licensee who is the spouse of a member of the Armed Forces of the United States returns to Florida following the spouse's discharge from active duty. What is the MAXIMUM number of months that the licensee has to notify the board of the change in status? A.Two B.Four C.Six D.Eight C.Six Which of the following reasons BEST describe the primary purpose of the Physical Therapy Practice Act? A.Promotes defining lines between the treatment capacity of licensed and unlicensed personnel B.Gives consumers a way to file complaints against licensees C.Ensures that every practitioner meets minimum requirements for safe practice D.Limits similar professions from infringing upon the scope of the profession C.Ensures that every practitioner meets minimum requirements for safe practice Which of the following license statuses is NOT B.Void included as an option that a licensee can select upon (A void license is not a selection when renewing a license. It is the status renewal? that the license will be placed in if the renewal fee is not paid for two A.Retired consecutive renewal cycles. 在更新许可证时，无效许可证不是一个选择这 B.Void 是在连续两个续期周期未支付续期费的情况下，许可证将处于的状态) C.Inactive (Inactive is a status that a licensee can choose to place a license in upon renewal 非激活状态是 被许可方在更新许可证时可以选择的状态) D.Active which of the following statements is TRUE regarding A.The physical therapist can keep a patient's over the counter medication at topical medications? the clinic 理疗师可以在诊所里为病人保留非处方药物 A.The physical therapist can keep a patient's over the counter medication at the clinic B.The physical therapist is able to pick up prescribed medication on behalf of the patient C.A physician referral is not required to administer over the counter medication to patients D.A physician shall be notified of the outcome of every application of the prescribed medication What is the MINIMUM number of times that a clinic must post a relocation notice in a local newspaper? A.Three B.Four C.Five D.Six B.Four The term "practitioner" is able to apply to which of the following licensees? A.Physical therapist but not physical therapist assistant B.Physical therapist assistant but not physical therapist C.Neither physical therapist or physical therapist assistant D.Both the physical therapist and physical therapist assistant D.Both the physical therapist and physical therapist assistant What is the MINIMUM number of tests that a licensee must perform upon neurologically involved patients in order to obtain an electromyography certification? A.50 B.100 C.150 D.200 B.100 A physical therapist assistant is seeing a patient who is one week post a severe ankle sprain. Which of the following criteria if met allows a physical therapist to achieve adequate supervision? A.Being physically present for consultation B.Being within 10-25 miles of the rehabilitation facility (If the patient was not in the acute phase of the injury, then being within the same geographic location would be considered sufficient supervision, so long as telecommunication was available at all times between the assistant and therapist.) C.Having availability through email D.Having discussed the treatment outcome by the end of the business day A.Being physically present for consultation (As the patient in this scenario is in the acute phase of an injury of an injury with reference to time(one week)) An individual who is awaiting the results of the D.Applicant national exam while practicing under a temporary (For an individual who is seeking licensure while practicing under a permit shall identify by which of the following terms? temporary permit, the term applicant is to be used. 在临时许可证下执业时寻 A.Intern 求许可证的，使用申请人一词) B.Licensee C.Student D.Applicant A physical therapist assistant is performing an intervention for a patient who has localized back pain. During the session the patient reports a new onset of radiating pain down a leg. Which of the following actions is BEST to take? A.Perform a straight leg raise to determine neural mobility B.End the treatment and place the patient upon a hot pack C.Instruct the patient to proceed to urgent care D.Contact the physical therapist D.Contact the physical therapist (When there is a change in a patient's presentation while a physical therapist assistant is treating, the physical therapist shall be contacted for consultation) Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a licensee who was found to abuse alcohol to the point of it affecting the safety of clinical practice? A.Participation in a mental examination can be required as part of the board's discipline B.Information about the abuse shall be made public record if a petition was filed against the licensee C.The licensee's supervisor can suspend the license D.If the duration of misuse lasted no longer than one month then no disciplinary action is needed A.Participation in a mental examination can be required as part of the board's discipline All proceedings and information regarding a licensee who is guilty of alcohol abuse shall disclosed to the public. NOT be It is only the that is able to suspend a license. A rehab supervisor perform this action. physical therapy board; cannot A certain duration of misuse is not required in order 采取纪律处分不需要一定的违规时间. 在发生单一事件后，董事会或卫生部可 for disciplinary action to be taken. Following a single 以采取纪律处分 incident, disciplinary action can be taken by the board or the Department of Health. Which of the following violations can result in a $10,000 disciplinary fine for a first offense? A.Improper delegation of tasks to unlicensed personnel B.Failure to identify as a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant to a patient C.Evaluating or treating the wrong patient D.Not meeting the required HIV/AIDS education course requirement C.Evaluating or treating the wrong patient what are The maximum fine is $10,000? -can be issued for treating the wrong patient for a first offense. -sexual misconduct violation For improperly delegating tasks to unlicensed personnel, a licensee can be fined up to a maximum of for a time offense $5,000; first For a first offense of failing to properly identify to a patient as either a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant, a maximum of a fine can be given. 如果初犯没有向病人说明自己是物理治疗师或物理治疗 师助理，最高可处以5000美元的罚款 $5,000 Failure to meet the education requirement of the HIV/AIDS course can result in a maximum fine of . $3,000 A continuing education laws and rules class can apply towards the requirements for licensure reactivation so long as it is taken within how many months prior to application? A12 B18 C24 D30 A12 Continuing education in Florida's laws and rules must occur within months of applying for reactivation of licensure in order for it to apply. 继续教 育必须在申请许可证重新激活后的12个月内进行，才 能申请 12 A licensee who has an investment interest in a gym refers patients to it. Which of the following measures MUST be taken in order to properly disclose the financial interest? A.Post written disclosure forms in public locations in the office B.List and provide the names and addresses of every form of investment that the licensee has had over the past five years C.Document three separate occasions where the patient was informed D.Have the patient's physician create an alternate referral so it is ready should treatment be desired at a separate location A.Post written disclosure forms in public locations in the office (Written disclosures of the investment interest needs to be present in public locations around the office for patients to easily see.) do they need List and provide the names and NO, A licensee does not need to provide the name and address of every addresses of every form of investment that the form of investment. Only the investments which the patient may come into licensee has had over the past five years? contact with as result of their care need to be disclosed. 持牌人毋须提供每一种投资形式的名称及地址只有病人在治疗过程中可能 接触到的投资才需要披露 Having an alternate referral placed by the physician for a separate location is not required. If a patient desires to go to a different facility following disclosure of the financial interest, then a new referral can be generated. 不需要医生为单独的地点安排替代转诊如果患者在财务利益披露后希望去另 一家机构，那么可以产生新的转诊 A licensee who has been inactive for two years is B20 desiring to return to active practice. What is the (For each year that a license is inactive, a maximum of 10 continuing MAXIMUM number of total continuing education education hours can be required. With the licensee being in the inactive hours that the board can require prior to issuing an status for two years, a total of 20 hours can be required by the board.) active license? A10 B20 C30 D40 Which of the following individuals or entities can receive a patient's medical record without written consent? A.Spouse of the patient B.Representatives from the Department of Children and Families for an investigation related to abuse C.Statistician or researcher who only uses the patient's name in the study D.A physician who reports an upcoming initial appointment with the patient B.Representatives from the Department of Children and Families for an investigation related to abuse (When The Department of Children and Families and its representatives is involved in an investigation involving potential abuse, the patient's written authorization is not required. 不需要患者的书面授权) What duration in minutes is equivalent to one continuing education contact hour? A40 B50 C60 D70 B50 At which of the following points in time MUST a licensee complete the required HIV/AIDS education course? A.Within 30 days of being fully licensed B.Within 120 days of being fully licensed C.By the end of the first license renewal cycle D.By the end of the second license renewal cycle C.By the end of the FIRST license renewal cycle The required continuing education course in HIV/AIDS must be completed by the end of the cycle. one hour; first license renewal Which of the following ways can an inactive licensee avoid having to complete the continuing education requirements for reactivating a license? A.Complete 40 hours of observation of a licensed physical therapist B.Submit three letters of recommendation by professional colleagues C.Participate in a practical clinical scenario in front of a supervisor for skill and safety evaluation D.Take and pass the national examination D.Take and pass the national examination is a way an can receive an active license without having to complete the continuing education requirements. Taking and passing the national examination; inactive licensee Which of the following actions can a licensee take to help prevent discipline from being issued after being found guilty of alcohol or drug use while practicing? A.Re take and pass the national examination B.Consent to release medical records while in an impaired practitioner program C.Participate in 30 hours of continuing education on Florida's laws and regulations D.Have a workplace colleague report to the program's consultant regularly about compliance with an impaired practitioner program B.Consent to release medical records while in an impaired practitioner program A workplace colleague involved in an impaired practitioner program in order to prevent discipline from being given to the practitioner. does not need to be For full participation in an impaired practitioner program to occur, then consent to must be given. This request will come most likely from the consultant of the program. release all requested medical records Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding C.The fine amount is dependant upon how many hours were not completed a citation issued for failing to obtain the full continuing education hours in a renewal cycle? A.A false claim of completing the hours results in a $10,000 fine B.Completion of the hours must occur within 30 days of the citation C.The fine amount is dependant upon how many hours were not completed D.License renewal fees do not need to be paid until deficient hours are completed The fine for Failed to complete continutind education hours? 1 - less than 9 hours: $300 9 - 16 hours: $600 17 - 24 hours: $1000 A false claim for completing continuing education hours for license renewal is subject to a fine. $2,000 A licensee has days from the issue of a citation to complete deficient continuing education hours 60 A licensee has how many days to notify the board of a criminal conviction? A15 B30 C45 D60 B30 Within 30 days a licensee shall notify the board of a criminal conviction. Failure to do so can result in an initial fine. $250 Which of the following criteria allows a volunteer to assist in patient care? A. Passing the Florida Physical Therapy Laws and Rules Examination B. Completing a certification course in patient safety as required by the American Physical Therapy Association C. Obtaining verification of appropriate skill and training by a licensed physical therapist assistant D.Being supervised by a licensed physical therapist assistant D.Being supervised by a licensed physical therapist assistant (A licensed physical therapist assistant is able to supervise unlicensed personnel performing patient related tasks that are within the assistant's scope of practice.) A certification course by the APTA is not required for a volunteer. It is considered up to the licensed supervising physical therapist for what type of or is needed to participate in the patient tasks. training; education Only a licensed is able to verify the skills and training needed to participate in patient care. A can a volunteer but cannot assess the necessary training for patient tasks. physical therapist; physical therapist assistant; supervise Only a licensed physical therapist is able to verify the and needed to participate in patient care. A physical therapist assistant can supervise a but cannot the necessary training for patient tasks. skills; training; volunteer ; assess How many months does it take at a MINIMUM for an inactive status licensee who continues to practice to be charged with a felony? A6 B12 C18 D24 B12 A licensee that practices for 12 months or more while in an inactive status is guilty of a of the third degree. felony A licensee that practices for 12 months or more while in an inactive status is guilty of a felony of the . third degree A licensee that practices for months or more while in an status is guilty of a felony of the third degree. 12 ; inactive Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a delinquent license? A.Clinical practice is allowed for a maximum of 30 days while in that status B.If not renewed for two renewal cycles expiration will occur C.A fee of $500 must be paid upon renewal D.Re taking the national examination is required prior to returning to an active status B.If not renewed for two renewal cycles expiration will occur 1/ A license transitions to a delinquent status when it is not renewed in the current renewal cycle. When it is then not renewed to an active or inactive status on the following renewal cycle, then the license will expire 当许可证在当前更新周期中没有更新时，它将过渡到拖欠状态当它在接下来 的更新周期中没有更新到活动或不活动状态时，许可证将过期 A license transitions to a status when it is not renewed in the current renewal cycle. When it is then not renewed to an active or inactive status on the following renewal cycle, then the license will expire delinquent A license transitions to a delinquent status when it is not renewed in the current renewal cycle. When it is then not renewed to an active or inactive status on the following renewal cycle, then the license will expire Which of the following responsibilities MUST physical therapy personnel meet in order for proper care of every patient to occur? A.Communicate what is entailed in the evaluation or treatment prior to performance B.Inform of the cost of each session prior to participation C.Obtain a survey every two weeks to determine satisfaction level D.Notify the referring practitioner of record of the initiation of care within 15 days A.Communicate what is entailed in the evaluation or treatment prior to performance Part of physical therapy personnel's responsibility is to consistently have a high level of communication regarding the patient's care. This includes informing the patient of what will be done prior to performing it 物理治疗人员的部分责任是对病人的护理始终保持高水平的沟通这包括在执 行之前告诉病人将要做什么