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Florida Occupational Therapy Laws & Rules - 2 Hour

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You will need to answer 11 questions correctly to pass the test.

1. The Rules established by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy are published in which of the following? (p. 3)

(A) Chapter 381.026 of the Florida Statutes

(B) Chapter 456 of the Florida Statutes

(D) Chapter 64 B11 of the Florida Administrative Code

2. The Florida Board of Occupational Therapy Practice consists of how many OTs, OTAs, and other individuals not connected with OT practice? (p.5)

(A) 4 OTs, 1 OTA, 2 others

(B) 3 OTs, 2 OTAs, 2 others

(D) 4 OTs, 2 OTAs, 1 other

3. Under which condition is it permissible for an occupational therapy licensee to engage in sexual activity with a patient? (p.6)

(A) The sexual relationship between the licensee and the patient is consensual.

(B) The patient initiated the sexual relationship

(D) Sexual activity between a licensee and a patient is never permissible.

4. It is unlawful for a Florida licensed healthcare provider to _________. (p. 11)

(A) Give compensation to others for the referral of patients from them.

(B) Receive compensation from others for the referral of patients to them.

(D) Neither A nor B

5. Which of the following is TRUE regarding a licensee's duty to report adverse events? (p.11)

(A) Every licensed healthcare practitioner shall inform each patient in writing about all adverse incidents.

(B) Notification of outcomes of care that result in harm to the patient shall constitute an acknowledgment of admission of liability.

(C) Notification of outcomes of care that result in harm to the patient may be introduced as evidence against the healthcare practitioner.

(D) None of the above statements is true.

6. Occupational therapy licensees must report to the board in writing within 30 days after they have been convicted or found guilty of, or entered a plea of nolo contendere to, regardless of adjudication, a crime in any jurisdiction. (p. 13)

(A) True

(B) False

7. It is legal for Florida licensed occupational therapists to provide healthcare services via telecommunications technology (telehealth). (p. 15)

(A) True

(B) False

8. Which of the following is FALSE regarding occupational therapy use of prescription devices? (p. 16-20)

(A) To use ES, OTs & OTAs must complete 4 hours of didactic training and 5 supervised treatments.

(B) To use US, OTs & OTAs must complete 4 hours of didactic training and 5 supervised treatments.

(D) Licensees may take online courses to fulfill their didactic or performance training requirement.

9. Occupational therapy aides must work under the direct supervision of a licensed OT or OTA. Direct supervision is defined as ________.

(A) In the same building.

(B) In the same room.

(D) Within 50 feet.

10. What is the penalty the first time a licensee fails to complete all their required continuing education during a licensure period?

(A) License revocation and a $2000 fine.

(B) 2 year license probation and $500 fine.

(D) $100 per week fine until the deficient hours have been completed.

11. How many hours of real-time interactive continuing education (live webinars, workshops, or conferences, etc.) must be completed each 2 year licensure period?

(A) At least 14 hours

(B) 12 hours maximum

(D) None, real-time interactive courses are not required

12. FL licensed OT professionals may receive up to eight (8) hours per biennium of continuing education credit through the performance of pro bono services to the indigent. One (1) hour credit shall be given for each hour worked. (p. 25)

(A) True

(B) False

13. A patient in a health care facility who does not speak English has the unrestricted right to be provided an interpreter when receiving medical services. (p. 28)

(A) True

(B) False

14. Which one of the following is NOT included in the Florida Patient's Bill of Rights and Responsibilities?

(A) A patient has the right to receive a complete copy of their medical record free of charge within 24 hours of their request.

(B) A patient has the right to impartial access to medical treatment regardless of source of payment.

(C) A patient has the right to receive, upon request, prior to treatment, a reasonable estimate of charges for medical care.

(D) A patient is responsible for keeping appointments and, when unable to do so, for notifying the healthcare provider.

15. The primary goal of informed consent is __________. (p. 32)

(A) Provide protection for healthcare providers against litigation.

(B) Ensure that patients have an opportunity to be informed participants in decisions about their health.

(D) Facilitate the practice of evidence-based medicine.

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Florida Occupational Therapy Laws & Rules - 2 Hour

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