Course Code: REL-RTS-0-EJI
Hours: 2
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 6/30/2025
Learning Objectives:
Differentiate between morals, ethics, and law in the context of physical therapy practice.
Apply the APTA’s Core Values, Principles of Conduct, and Standards of Ethical Conduct to help resolve ethical dilemmas.
Recall current evidence and the process for resolving ethical dilemmas using a structured decision-making framework.
Identify the key provisions of the Indiana Code and the Indiana Administrative Code, including the supervision, licensure, professional conduct, continuing competency, and license reinstatement guidelines.
Outline:
Section 1: Morals, Ethics, and Law
Why This Matters
Ethics vs. Morals
APTA’s Core Values
Ethics vs. Law
Review
Summary
Section 2: Solving Ethical Dilemmas
Healthcare Principles
Meet Fred
Addressing Ethical Dilemmas in Clinical Practice
Jim and Gia
Review
Summary
Section 3: Code of Ethics
APTA’s Core Ethical documents
Review
Summary
Section 4: Indiana Code: Regulation of Physical Therapy
Overview
General Provisions
Regulation of Physical Therapists
Unlawful Practices
The Indiana Board and Initial Licensure
After Licensure
Responsibilities
Physical Therapy Licensure Compact
Review
Summary
Section 5: Indiana Administrative Code (IAC)
Overview
Rule 1: General Provisions
Rule 2: Fees
Rule 3: Admission to Practice
Rule 4: Registration
Rule 5: Reinstatement of Suspended License
Rule 6: Standards of Professional Conduct
Substance Use and Mental Impairment
Fees and Advertisement
Other Misconduct
Rule 7: Continuing Competency
Review
Summary
Section 6: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Reviewer: Nicole Fogarty, PT, DPT
Nicole Fogarty holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University. She has experience treating patients with cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and neurological impairments in the inpatient setting. She also has experience in outpatient orthopedics. She has additional training in medical screening, lumbopelvic examination and treatment, and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Nicole enjoys using her clinical experience and interest in current rehabilitation research as a Physical Therapy writer for Relias.
Subject Matter Expert: Sridevi Thotakura, PT, MHS
Sridevi Thotakura holds Masters in Health Sciences Physical Therapy from University of Indianapolis. She has practiced as a physical therapist in Indiana since 2008 and has experience working with wide variety of population with focus primarily on geriatrics. She currently is working as the Director of Therapy for American Senior Communities.
Editor: Ann Elsasser-Root, PT, DPT
Ann Elsasser-Root holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Pittsburgh. She is a Geriatric Clinical Specialist with experience in multiple care settings, including skilled nursing, independent living, inpatient rehab, and outpatient orthopedic and neurology. Ann is most passionate about treating older adults to improve their quality of life and maximize functional independence. As a curriculum designer for Relias, Ann enjoys being able to combine her clinical knowledge with her interest in research and staying up-to-date with changes and advances in the field of rehabilitation.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Physical Therapists; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.