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TEXAS PT RULES EXAM 1 (2025-2026) ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
LATEST
A/an _____ is a dynamic process in which the PT makes clinical judgments based on data gathered.
evaluation
A/an _____ is a comprehensive screening and specific testing process leading to a diagnostic classification or referral.
examination
A _____ is an open-book MC, T/F assessment with questions from the PT Act and Board Rules.
jurisprudence exam
A _____ is an adjudicative proceeding concerning the issuance, denial, etc. of a license.
hearing
What does "on-site" mean?
PT or PTA is on the premises and readily available to respond.
Supervision of PTAs
PT must be on call and readily available when services are being provided; have to hold documented conferences with the PTA
Supervision of PT aides
PT or PTA must provide on-site supervision of the PT aide and remain within reasonable proximity during the aide's interaction with the patient
What are the exceptions to the referral requirement in Texas?
Can evaluate (no dx or treatment), asymptomatic people (wellness, fitness, health), emergency circumstances, prior referrals
What can PTs do with a patient with whom they had a prior referral?
ONLY the PT
T/F: The PTA may be able to modify treatment techniques if indicated in the POC.
True
How often does a re-eval have to be done?
Every 60 days after treatment is initiated, in response to a change in medical status, prior to any planned D/C, or when a change in the POC is needed
What does a change in medical status mean?
Acute exacerbation, major improvements, new dx, change in current status
What are the elements of the re-eval?
Direct PT-to-patient interaction and a review of the POC
What must be included in the documentation of treatment?
Referral, initial exam/eval, POC, each treatment session by PT/PTA, re-evals, any conferences with PT and PTA, D/C summary
T/F: The PTA does not have to include the name of the supervising PT for each treatment session.
False
What can the aide put in the documentation?
Any quantitative info (reps, sets, etc.)
What is included in a D/C summary?
Response to treatment at time of D/C and a follow-up plan
Which portions of the initial eval can a PTA do and what does the PT have to do?
PTA - S, O
PT - A, P
Role of the PTA
Screen the patient, provide PT services as specified in the POC, prepare patient, treatment area, and equipment, teach other HCPs, patients, and families, identify
What is included in documentation of academic qualifications?
Transcript sent to the board showing enrollment in the final semester of a PT program and statement signed by the program direction stating that the student completed the PT program
What is the passing score on the NPTE?
600
How many times can you take the NPTE?
6 times, can appeal for a 7th; if you score below 400 twice, can't retake it anymore; can take the PTA exam 6 times
What does licensing by endorsement mean?
If you have a license in another state, you can apply for licensure by endorsement in Texas.
When can you start practicing independently?
When you pass the exam and receive your official score; can practice under a temporary license under on-site supervision until then
Requirements for temp license
Register for NPTE, submit temp licensee and supervisor affidavit, and submit fees
Who is eligible for temp license?
Only an applicant taking the exam for the first time
How long is temp license good for?
Until they receive the official score or until the last day of the 3rd month after the license is issued
If a license is expired for < 1 year, what do you do?
original expiration date is adjusted; if from another state, have to take the jurisprudence exam and pay restoration fee
If a license if expired for 1-5 years, what do you do?
Take the jurisprudence exam, pay restoration fee
Every 2 years by the end of your birth month (biennial)
If your license is expired > 90 days but less than 1 year, you must do what?
Pay late fee and provide documentation of CCUs
If your license is expired < 90 days, you must do what?
pay late fee
How many CCUs do PTs need?
30
How many CCUs do PTAs need?
20
Can CCUs be carried over?
No - must be completed within the last 24 months
How long do you need to keep proof of your CCUs?
4 years after license expiration date
Who authorizes CCUs?
TX board of PT examiners
CCU examples
Live courses, inservice, self-study, conferences, university courses, scholarship (publications, manuscript review, grant submission), guest lecturer, presentation at state/national/international level, CI instructor, advanced training, residency/fellowship, supervision/mentorship of resident/fellow, professional membership, TPTA course review, ABPTS item writing
Restrictions on license renewal
Defaulted on a loan from the TGSLC or on court notice of not paying child support
Definition of act
The Texas PT Practice Act
A _____ is a proceeding in which the legal rights, duties, or privileges of a party are to be determined by the agency after an opportunity for adjudicative heating.
contested case
A _____ is an imposition of a sanction by the board which may include reprimand, suspension, probation, or revocation of a license, or other appropriate requirements.
disciplinary action
A _____ is a person who holds a license either permanently or temporarily under the PT practice act.
licensee
_____ is baseness, vileness, or dishonestly of a high degree.
Moral turpitude
A _____ is a statement of intended date, time, place, and nature of a hearing, and the legal authority and jurisdiction under which a hearing is to be held. May include formal complaint filed to initiate a contested case proceeding.
notice
A _____ is each person with a sufficient legal, economic, or other interest to be named or admitted as such by the agency to a contested case proceeding before the agency.
party
Each person whose license is suspended is placed on _____ for the length of the suspension.
probation
The individual with a revoked license must demonstrate or supply evidence to the board of his or her rehabilitation or current fitness to hold a license. _____ petitions shall be considered no sooner than 180 days after the revocation order becomes final and enforceable.
Reinstatement
_____ is a public and formal censure against a license.
Reprimand
