Orientation Flashcards
1
Q
Continuing Ed requirenments for PT/PTA per renewal cycle?
A
40 hours CEs for PT
20 hours CEs for PTA
2
Q
How much clinical education does a PTA have to have?
A
Minimum of 600 clock hours
3
Q
Minimum score of NPTE for PTA..
A
Min 600
Max 800
4
Q
How much does a PTA NPTE cost and how many failures are allowed?
A
$500 each test
3 tries unless remedial training is completed
5
Q
What are the essential skill requirements of a PTA?
A
Cognitive - Organizational and time management skills to carry out treatment plans.
Affective - Demonstrate interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, physicians, faculty, staff, ect.
Physical - Asses status by visual, tactile, and auditory methods.
