#1
Which organization oversees the regulation of physical therapy practice in California?
California State Board of Physical Therapy
ExplanationRegulatory authority for physical therapy practice in California.
#2
What is the minimum educational requirement to become a licensed physical therapist in California?
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree
ExplanationMinimum degree requirement for licensure as a physical therapist in California.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the California State Board of Physical Therapy?
Conducting physical therapy research
ExplanationExclusion of research responsibility from the board's duties.
#4
What is the passing score for the California Law Examination (CLE) required for physical therapy licensure?
80%
ExplanationMinimum passing score for the California Law Examination.
#5
Which entity is responsible for approving physical therapy education programs in California?
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
ExplanationOrganization overseeing approval of physical therapy education programs.
#6
What is the maximum number of years a physical therapist assistant (PTA) can work under the supervision of a physical therapist before needing re-evaluation?
3 years
ExplanationTime limit for PTA supervision before re-evaluation.
#7
In California, what is the maximum number of days a physical therapist can supervise a physical therapist assistant (PTA) without direct onsite supervision?
30 days
ExplanationMaximum duration of offsite supervision for PTAs by physical therapists in California.
#8
Which entity has the authority to discipline physical therapists who violate California's physical therapy regulations?
California State Board of Physical Therapy
ExplanationDisciplinary authority for violations of physical therapy regulations in California.
#9
Which of the following is a true statement about continuing education requirements for licensed physical therapists in California?
Therapists must complete 30 hours of continuing education every 2 years
ExplanationBiennial requirement for continuing education hours by licensed physical therapists in California.
#10
What does the California Code of Regulations require physical therapists to do before providing treatment to a patient?
Obtain written consent from the patient
ExplanationMandatory written consent requirement before physical therapy treatment.
#11
Which of the following is NOT considered unprofessional conduct for a physical therapist in California?
Accepting gifts from grateful patients
ExplanationExclusion of gift acceptance from unprofessional conduct for physical therapists.
#12
What is the process for obtaining a physical therapy license by endorsement in California?
Provide proof of current licensure in another state and pass the California Law Examination
ExplanationProcedure for obtaining a license by endorsement in California.
#13
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for physical therapists to maintain their licensure in California?
Passing the California Law Examination every 5 years
ExplanationExclusion of a 5-year CLE requirement from the licensure maintenance criteria for physical therapists in California.
#14
What action can the California State Board of Physical Therapy take against a licensee found guilty of unprofessional conduct?
All of the above
ExplanationVarious disciplinary actions that can be taken against a licensee found guilty of unprofessional conduct.