Ohio Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Practice Exam

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What is the role of a 'Supervising Physical Therapist Assistant'?

To perform the duties of a PT
To oversee the work of PTs
To supervise SPTAs, other licensed and unlicensed personnel
To work independently without supervision

The correct answer is: To supervise SPTAs, other licensed and unlicensed personnel

A Supervising Physical Therapist Assistant does not perform the duties of a PT, as that is outside of their scope of practice. B. A Supervising Physical Therapist Assistant may oversee the work of PTs in a specific facility, but this is not their primary role. C. This is the correct answer as a Supervising Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for supervising and directing other licensed and unlicensed personnel, including SPTAs. D. A Supervising Physical Therapist Assistant still requires supervision, as they are not licensed PTs and cannot work independently without supervision.