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A comprehensive overview of the legal framework governing physical therapy practice in michigan, specifically focusing on the requirements and responsibilities of physical therapist assistants (ptas). It covers key topics such as licensure, delegation, supervision, ethical conduct, continuing education, and disciplinary actions. Presented in a question-and-answer format, making it easy to understand and retain the information.
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what is the definition of a physical therapist - Correct Ans : ✅ individual licensed to practice PT, evaluate, & treat ppl w ther ex, rehab, procedures, perform tests & measures
whats the diff btwn licensure & registration? - Correct Ans : ✅ L: is granted by the state, protects public & is mandatory (LPTA)
R/certification: is required for all prof in that area, voluntary
PT are registered or licensed in MI - Correct Ans : ✅ licensed
delegation - Correct Ans : ✅
supervision &the conditions - Correct Ans : ✅ 1. available telecommunication
what are other names a PTA can take? - Correct Ans : ✅ physical therapist assistant
physical therapy assistant
physiotherapist assistant
licensed PTA
certified PTA
Functions of the board of PT (5) - Correct Ans : ✅ Dev RULES for licensing
grants licensing
establish standards for ED
accredits training programs
dev & eval quality for C.E. units
Who appoints members to the board? - Correct Ans : ✅ The governor
how long is a PT board member term? - Correct Ans : ✅ 4 years
what makes up the board of PT - Correct Ans : ✅ 6 PTs, 1 PTA, 4 public members
what are the qualifications of board members - Correct Ans : ✅ 1. 18 or older
lack of good MORAL character
If PTA moves for many days to notify the state? - Correct Ans : ✅ 30 days
What are the types of disciplinary action that can be taken against a PTA? - Correct Ans : ✅ Suspension
Probation
Denial
Revocation (temp or permanent)
Limitation
Restitution
Fine $$
Who can a PT take a referral from? 4 - Correct Ans : ✅ 1. M.D.
What are conditions for direct access? - Correct Ans : ✅ 1. For 21 days or 10 visits
Where does the license need to be? - Correct Ans : ✅ visible to the public
How long do patient records need to be kept? - Correct Ans : ✅ 7 years (pt & rec: both 7 words)
what doe it mean to be IMPAIRED as a health professional? - Correct Ans : ✅ Inability to practice @ min standards
WHat needs to happen to be accepted into RECOVERY PROGRAM for the state of MI? 3 - Correct Ans : ✅ 1. ACKNOWLEDGE impairment
a. Withdrawal from practice b. Agree to practice in tx
As a PTA what do you have to do if you see that a PT or PTA is impaired? - Correct Ans : ✅ Has to be reported by law
Who will see the disciplinary actions after the action is final? - Correct Ans : ✅ 1. Dept of comm health
If convicted criminally a PTA has how many days to report it? - Correct Ans : ✅ 30 days
How often does a referral need to be renewed if it does not have a renewal date? - Correct Ans : ✅ 90 days
Why cant PTAs treat a spouse or be in a relationship with a Pt? - Correct Ans : ✅ No dual relationships are allowed
How many PTAs can a PT supervise?
they can be licensed or unlicensed. - Correct Ans : ✅ 3. Not more than 4 PTAs licensed.
what are the 3 types of supervision? - Correct Ans : ✅ 1. Telecom to PT
what are the terms of Continuing Ed? - Correct Ans : ✅ 24 credits in 2 years
human trafficking is mandatory
what are some of the options for con ed? - Correct Ans : ✅ reading articles
listening to PT related material
post grad classes
write article or book
specialty or certificate
Guest speaker
CI
whos responsible for the law of ethics in MI - Correct Ans : ✅ APTA house of delegates
whats the diff CODE or standard of ethics and Guide for conduct> - Correct Ans : ✅ Code= influence judgement (how you dress is judged )
Guide= Influence actions (Guide= act)
When is the only time that is is okay to discuss a Pts treatment w someone that is not directly involved in the Pts care? - Correct Ans : ✅ Only when required by law/ authorities
PTAs can accept gifts T or F? - Correct Ans : ✅ False. cant accept anything that can influence care
If PTAs benefit for any type of equipment they need to? - Correct Ans : ✅ Disclose that info to the Pts
PTAs have to inform their Pts that they are a PTA, never? - Correct Ans : ✅ mislead to make a Pt think that the PTA is the PT
What % needs to be made to pass the