Role of PTA/PT Flashcards
1
Q
Definition of PTA
A
An educated individual who works under the supervision of a physical therapist.
2
Q
General Supervision
A
Phone with PT
3
Q
Direct Personal Supervision
A
On site with PT
4
Q
PTA Cannot Perform
A
Evaluations, Develop POC, Write Discharge Summary, Joint Mobilizations, Sharp Wound Debridement
5
Q
APTA Supervision Requirement
A
PT must be accessible by telecommunications. Regular documented conferences with PT/PTA.
6
Q
ND Supervision
A
PT on-site (direct) in clinical settings. SNF, Home Health & School (indirect/general) telecommunications with PT.
7
Q
ND Ratio 2:1
A
2 PTAS : 1PT
8
Q
ND Ratio 3:1
A
2 PTAS/1 Aide : 1PT
9
Q
Sixth Visit Rule ND/MN
A
PT must see patient every 6th visit or 1x/week
10
Q
MN Ratio
A
2 PTAS : 1 PT
11
Q
MN Supervision
A
General/Indirect (Telecommunications) with PT
