Admin: Board of PT Flashcards
What does the practice of PT include?
the promotion and maintenance of physical fitness through the use of physical therapy interventions in order to enhance the bodily movement as related to the health and wellness of individuals.
What does “Physical therapist of record” mean?
PT that completed the initial evaluation
How often does the PTBC meet each year?
3 times per year
T/F: PT aides and PT techs are interchangeable.
TRUE
What group is the creator and enforcer of the Practice Act?
Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBC)
What can the PTBC do?
issue, revoke, suspend discipline PT licensees within the state of CA
T/F: Board members have the authority to inspect PT facilities and patient records.
TRUE
How often are the PTBC required to “publish”?
1 time per year
When the patient’s written authorization is received, how many days will the release of records be given? and what are the parameters?
Will be given 15 days or penalty of $1000 will occur every day starting on the 16th day.
T/F: Board shall hear ALL matters including, but not limited to, any contested case or penalty for reinstatement or modification of probation.
TRUE
Board should include the following people:
x1 - PT involved in education of PT students
x3 - PT’s with 5 years experience and currently licensed
x3 - Public members who are citizens of CA and not licensed PT’s nor licensed by any medical board of CA
Who is in charge of appointing the PT members and 1 public member?
Governor of CA
Who determines the president and VP of the board?
Elected Board Members
What is the term for President and VP?
4 years, expires 1st day of june
What is the max someone can serve?
8 years max and cant serve more than 2 consecutive terms
