PTA Collaboration Exam 1

Question 1

PT responsibilities

Answer 1

1. Interpretations of referrals
2. Evaluation, diagnosis and prognosis
3. Development or modification of a plan of care based on initial exam or reexam
4. When to use PT and PTA
5. Oversight of documentation

Question 2

When PT considers assistance from PTA

Answer 2

Interventions are within the scope of PTA knowledge and abilities, predictable outcomes, considering risks and liabilities, is it billable

Question 3

PTA

Answer 3

May provide services under the direction and general supervision of PT. In gen. supervision the PT is not required to be on-site. PTAs may not alter or initiate tx without prior eval/approval from PT