Unit 1: Define P.T. practice, Objectives, APTA structure – Flashcards
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(1) *Define practice of physical therapy * (as stated by *TX PT Practice Act* & Guide to Physical Therapy Practice)
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• "... the examination, treatment, or instruction of human beings to detect, assess, prevent, correct and alleviate physical disability and pain from injury, disease, disorders..."
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(2) Identify the objectives of physical therapy utilizing the APTA's Model Definition of Physical Therapy for State Practice Acts (5)
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1. Examine indiv w/ impairments or other health-related conditions or limitations to determine diagnosis, prognosis and intervention. 2. Alleviate impairment and functional limitations by designing & modifying interventions. 3. Prevent injury, impairments, and limitations 4. Engage in education, research & consultation
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(10) Describe the history of the APTA
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•1921 American Women's physical Therapeutic Association •1922 American Physiotherapy Association •1947 American Physical Therapy Association
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(11a) Describe the organization of the structure and membership of the APTA *Permanent membership categories*
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•Physical therapist, PTA, student categories
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(11b) Describe the organization of the structure and membership of the Texas Physical Therapy Association (TPTA) *Districts*
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•TPTA has 12 Districts so PTs, PTAs and students can attend meetings and have local presentation throughout the state. •
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(11c) Describe the organization of the structure and membership of the Capitol Area District (CAD)
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•The Capital Area District (CAD) was organized in 1981 as a new district for Austin area Physical Therapists and Physical Therapists Assistants who were members of the Texas Physical Therapy Association. The CAD is one of 12 districts in the state of Texas and includes twelve counties: •
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(12) Validate the benefits of membership in the professional association through the use of examples that would affect a practicing clinician
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(11a) Describe the organization of the structure and membership of the APTA *Districts*
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•Most local unit in structure of APTA •(Think counties)
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(11a) Describe the organization of the structure and membership of the APTA *Chapters*
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•State level participation •Proportionate representation @ national level
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(11a) Describe the organization of the structure and membership of the APTA *Sections*
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•National level •Similar areas of interest promote interests of respective section
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(11a) Describe the organization of the structure and membership of the APTA *Assembly*
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•Members of same class/category •May exist @ the state and national level
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(11a) Describe the organization of the structure and membership of the APTA *House of Delegates/HOD*
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•Highest policy-making body of the APTA •Comprised of voting delegates from all chapters and nonvoting delegates
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(11a) Describe the organization of the structure and membership of the APTA *Board of Directors/BOD*
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•Carry out mandates of HOD •Manage affairs of APTA
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(11b) Describe the organization of the structure and membership of the Texas Physical Therapy Association (TPTA) *Committees*
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•10 committees that work together to meet specified needs of member or responsibilities EX: Ethics committee: investigates complaints against members
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(11b) Describe the organization of the structure and membership of the Texas Physical Therapy Association (TPTA) *SIGS/Special Interest Groups*
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Special Interest Groups may be organized within the Chapter to provide a means by which members having a common interest in special areas of physical therapy may meet, confer, and promote the interest of the respective groups.
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(11b) Describe the organization of the structure and membership of the Texas Physical Therapy Association (TPTA) *Leadership*
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-Board of directors for TPTA: Executive Directors -District chairs: 12 total
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(1) *Define practice of physical therapy * (as stated by TX PT Practice Act & *Guide to Physical Therapy Practice*)
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• "...the restoration, maintenance and promotion of optimal physical function and optimal quality of life as it relates to movement and health.."
