Scope of Practice

Question 1

APTA Standard of Practice for PT - Preamble

Answer 1

Not a legal document
Our professions statement
“The PT profession’s commitment to society is to promote optimal health and functioning in individuals b pursuing excellence in practice”

Question 2

Components of the APTA Practice Standards

Answer 2

Ethical/Legal Considerations
Administration of PT Service
Patient/Client Management
Education
Research
Community Responsibility

Question 3

Scope of Practice - Boards

Answer 3

National and State Licensing Boards
Defines procedures, actions, and processes permitted for the licensed individuals
Informs and protects the profession and public
State Practice Acts

Question 4

Scope of Practice - APTA

Answer 4

Profession - supported by educational preparation
Jurisdictional - scope of practice acts
Personal - if you don’t feel comfortable doing something

Question 5

Consultation

Answer 5

Describe consultation services
Discuss the qualifications and roles of a consultant
Describe consultation process
Identify referral services in the community

Question 6

Define Consultation

Answer 6

The process of providing an opinion

Question 7

Roles of Consultant

Answer 7

Sharing one’s professional expertise, educating others, relating known research findings to clinical or environmental problems, providing critical analysis in complex situations
Typically provide info, but don’t complete the project

Question 8

Traits of an effective consultant

Answer 8

Working knowledge of research techniques
Common sense
Visionary
Honest
Able to handle ill defined or undefined situations
Able to adapt and use feedback and resources

Question 9

Consultant Markets for PTs

Answer 9

Manufacturing/Industry
Architects
Attorneys
Insurance Companies
Sports teams and fitness centers
Other PTs
Other health care providers

Question 10

How does one become a consultant

Answer 10

Reputation
Area of expertise/specialization
Participation in research
Charitable services
Networking
Public speaking 
Publications

Question 11

How-Tos of Consulting

Answer 11

Discover client's needs and expectations
Analyze information
Develop a plan
Provide interim and follow up reports
Provide recommendations, solutions, conclusions
Follow up

Question 12

Interprofessional education occurs when

Answer 12

Two or more professionals learn wth, from and about each other to improve collaboration and quality of care