OR PT Juris flashcards

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Physical therapist definition

A person licensed under Oregon law to practice physical therapy, including examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention for impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities.

Physical therapist assistant definition

A person licensed to perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, without independent evaluation or plan-of-care authority.

Unlicensed practice

Practicing physical therapy, or using protected titles such as P.T. or P.T.A., without a current Oregon license; it is prohibited and subject to civil penalty and other discipline.

Licensure by endorsement

A process by which a licensee from another jurisdiction may obtain an Oregon license by demonstrating equivalent education, examination, and jurisprudence qualifications required by the Board.

Scope limitation

Physical therapy excludes surgery, prescribing drugs, and practicing medicine; a PT must refer patients whose conditions fall outside the scope of physical therapy.

OAR chapter 848

The Oregon Administrative Rules chapter containing the Board of Physical Therapy's adopted rules, which are enforceable once filed and govern licensure, practice, and discipline.

Contested case hearing

The administrative proceeding in which a licensee facing Board discipline receives notice of charges and an opportunity to present evidence before an impartial hearings officer.

Declaratory ruling petition

A request that the Board determine whether a proposed course of conduct violates the Practice Act or Board rules, providing guidance before the conduct occurs.

Continuing education audit

A Board review of a licensee's continuing education records; the licensee must retain documentation for the required period and produce it on request.

Judicial review

Appeal of a final Board order to the Oregon Court of Appeals under the contested case provisions of the Administrative Procedures Act.

PTA supervision requirement

A PTA may perform physical therapy procedures only under the direction and supervision of a licensed PT, who remains responsible for the patient's care and plan.

Plan of care authority

Only the physical therapist performs the initial examination and evaluation, establishes the diagnosis and prognosis, and develops and modifies the plan of care.

PTA reporting duty

A PTA must report changes in patient status and response to the supervising PT, who determines whether the plan of care requires modification or the patient needs referral.

Unlicensed assistive personnel

Aides and technicians may perform non-skilled tasks but may not perform physical therapy interventions or provide patient education that constitutes physical therapy.

PTA documentation

PTA entries must identify the supervising PT and be authenticated or co-signed as Board rule and payer requirements specify, reflecting services actually provided.

Oregon direct access

Oregon law permits a PT to examine and treat a patient without a physician referral, subject to scope limits, documentation, and referral when the condition requires medical care.

Referral trigger

A PT must refer or consult when the condition is outside physical therapy scope, red flags appear, the patient fails to improve as expected, or medical diagnosis is needed.

Payer referral rules

Direct access does not override insurer requirements; many payers still require a physician referral or plan-of-care certification for reimbursement even where Oregon law permits treatment.

Informed consent

The PT must explain the nature of services, expected outcomes, alternatives, and costs, and obtain the patient's consent before treatment, including care provided without referral.

Initial examination documentation

The record must include examination findings, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, plan of care, goals, and interventions, supporting the medical necessity of services provided.

Record correction rule

Corrections must be dated and signed without obliterating the original entry, so the original content remains readable and the record's integrity is preserved.

Record retention

Records must be kept for the period required by Board rule and applicable law and safeguarded so the Board and patients can access them after practice closure.

Protected health information

Patient health information may be released only with authorization or as permitted by law, such as for treatment, payment, or health care operations.

Discharge documentation

A discharge summary states the patient's status at discharge, outcomes achieved against goals, and recommendations for continued care or referral.

Sexual misconduct prohibition

Sexual contact with a patient, or with a former patient under circumstances that exploit the professional relationship, is grounds for Board discipline.

Patient abandonment

Terminating care without notice, appropriate referral, or documentation; abandonment is unprofessional conduct subject to discipline.

Impairment to practice

Practicing while impaired by alcohol, drugs, or a condition that affects safe practice is prohibited, and certain impairments must be self-reported to the Board.

Standard precautions

Infection control practices applied to all patients, including hand hygiene, appropriate personal protective equipment, and safe handling of sharps and body fluids.

Mandatory abuse reporting

Oregon law requires licensees to report suspected child abuse or neglect, and suspected abuse of elders or adults in care, to the designated agency or law enforcement.

Bloodborne pathogens program

OSHA-required exposure control plan, hepatitis B vaccination offer, training, and post-exposure evaluation and follow-up for clinical staff at risk of exposure.

Renewal requirements

License renewal requires the continuing education specified by Board rule for the period, payment of the renewal fee, and any required attestations; a lapsed license bars practice.

Disciplinary sanctions

Board sanctions include reprimand, probation with conditions, suspension, revocation, civil penalties, and required remedial education or practice monitoring.