Physical therapist scope of practice, ethical decision making, and professional responsibility concepts tested on the NPTE.
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- Which organization publishes the Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist?
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The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)- How many core values are identified in APTA's Professionalism in Physical Therapy document?
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Seven- Which ethical principle means being truthful and honest with patients?
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Veracity- Which ethical principle means acting in the best interest of the patient?
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Beneficence- Which ethical principle means avoiding causing harm to the patient?
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Nonmaleficence- Which ethical principle means treating all patients fairly and equitably?
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Justice- Which ethical principle means respecting a patient's right to make their own healthcare decisions?
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Autonomy- Which ethical principle means remaining faithful to obligations owed to patients and colleagues?
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Fidelity- Which core value means placing the patient's needs above the PT's own self-interest?
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Altruism- Which organization develops the model Practice Act used as a template for state PT licensure laws?
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The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT)- Which organization administers the NPTE?
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The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT)- What is a jurisprudence exam?
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A state specific test on the laws and regulations governing PT practice, required for licensure in some states- Can a PTA legally perform a patient's initial examination?
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No, only a physical therapist can perform an initial examination- Can a PTA establish or modify a patient's plan of care?
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No, only the supervising physical therapist can- What is direct access in physical therapy practice?
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A patient's ability to receive PT evaluation and treatment without a physician referral
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