Exam Preview for 6527: Florida Laws And Rules: Occupational Therapy

Florida Laws And Rules: Occupational Therapy

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1. What is the main purpose of the Florida Occupational Therapy Practice Act? To standardize occupational therapy education across the state To establish uniform billing procedures for OT services To protect public health, safety, and welfare To limit occupational therapy services to certain populations
2. What is the minimum fieldwork requirement for an occupational therapy assistant (OTA) to be eligible for licensure in Florida? 6 months 4 months 3 months 2 months
3. What are the grounds for disciplinary action? Attempting to obtain, obtaining, or renewing a license by bribery, by fraudulent misrepresentation, or through an error Having a license to practice OT revoked, suspended, or acted against Being convicted or found guilty of a crime which directly relates to OT All of the above
4. Which type of disciplinary action may the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy issue for a minor violation, such as failing to update an address? Suspension of licensure Probation with mandatory supervision Notice of noncompliance Revocation of licensure
5. Under Florida regulations, which of the following requirements must be met for an occupational therapist (OT) or occupational therapy assistant (OTA) to use electrical stimulation? Completion of 2 hours of didactic training only Supervision by a licensed physician during initial treatments Completion of at least 4 hours of didactic training and 5 supervised treatments Attendance at a Board-approved online course in electrical stimulation