Physician Assistants – Supervising Physicians Practice Test

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• What is required for an ethically sound delegation of tasks to a PA?
• Which element is not typically included in PA on-call protocols?
• Why is it important to specify supervision level (on-site vs remote) in a PA supervision agreement?
• How should a PA report an adverse drug event to the supervising physician?
• What is the fingerprint-based FBI background check? (effective July 7th, 2025)
• A Written Agreement Change Form is not required in which scenario?
• Which credential is required to apply for PA licensure?
• What is the significance of privileging for a PA performing procedures in a hospital?
• What is a potential consequence of discrepancies in the submitted written agreement?
• What is the State Board of Medicine license fee for a PA to be licensed?
• If a supervising physician is unavailable for an urgent but non-emergent issue, what should the PA do?
• What is the role of documentation in continuity of care when a PA changes supervising physician?
• What is the role of the supervising physician in monitoring PA performance?
• Which regulatory boards oversee physician assistants in Pennsylvania?
• Which supervision model uses remote oversight with approved protocols?
• What is the State Board of Osteopathic Medicine's PA license fee?
• How should a supervising physician respond to a PA prescribing error under delegated authority?
• The name change from "Assistant" to "Associate" in the PA context was primarily what?
• For applicants living, working, or completing training outside of Pennsylvania during the past ten years, what is included in the FBI and State Police Background Check?
• Which supervision model describes a physician available for consultation but not required to be present at all times?
• What is the role of credentialing and privileging in PA supervision?
• What is a key component of ensuring safety across shifts?
• During the board review of a submitted written agreement, may the PA continue to practice?
• Which group falls within the ABC-MAP education requirements?
• What must a PA do to ensure the Board receives their fingerprint results from IdentoGo?
• Which item is NOT listed as required prior to starting the Written Agreement application?
• Under HIPAA, which principle is essential for protecting patient privacy in supervised PA practice?
• What licensing step should a PA consider when practicing in another state?
• What characterizes the standard of documentation in a PA chart review by a supervising physician?
• In pediatric care, how is assent used?
• Background check reports must be dated within what timeframe relative to application submission?
• What is a primary role of risk management in PA supervision?
• Which statement describes ongoing professional development in PA supervision?
• Under ACT 31, the three hours for new licensees must be in which area?
• What determines the PA's procedural scope within a hospital?
• In disciplinary actions against a PA, who typically reports to licensing boards?
• Which statement best describes a medical record audit in a supervised practice?
• Which statement best differentiates clinical governance from administrative governance in PA practice?
• Which of the following is a reason for delaying the licensure process?
• How should on-call supervision be structured for a PA?
• Where is the Written Agreement Application available online?
• How does risk management apply to PA practice?
• What is the correct sequence of actions when a supervising physician is unavailable to supervise a PA during an urgent procedure?
• How does a clinical governance structure influence PA performance?
• How do PA autonomy and supervision coexist in modern practice?
• Which sequence best describes the final step in a PDSA cycle?
• What describes the supervising physician's obligation regarding supervision adequacy for a PA?
• Under Act 78 & 79, what percentage of submitted written agreements is reviewed, and can the PA continue to practice during the review?
• Which action is required regarding the final, board-approved written agreement?
• Care coordination in supervising PAs is primarily about what?
• Under HIPAA, what is required in the PA-supervising physician relationship?
• How can telemedicine affect supervision requirements for a PA?
• What is required for each renewal cycle of ABC-MAP?
• For Pennsylvania applicants, how must PA criminal background checks be obtained?
• Under typical practice, how do PAs handle prescribing controlled substances?
• In a multi-physician practice, what is the process for peer review of a PA's clinical performance?
• When did the fingerprint-based FBI background check requirement take effect?
• Which patient-care scenario requires escalation to the supervising physician?
• For minors under PA care, how should consent be obtained?
• The written agreement specifies where the PA will practice. Which option reflects that?
• What do HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules require for handling protected health information?
• In an off-site supervision model for urgent care decisions, what is essential to maintain oversight?
• For applicants living, working, or completing training in California, Arizona, or Ohio, what is included in the FBI and State Police Background Check?
• What documentation practices support patient safety and compliance for PAs?
• When assigning high-risk procedures to PAs, what steps are recommended?
• Explain respondeat superior in the context of PA practice.
• Why are accreditation standards important for supervising PAs?
• What is the purpose of a medical record audit in a supervised practice?
• How does scope of practice govern a PA's clinical activities?
• What should a supervision agreement include?
• What is the State Board of Medicine fee for the supervising physician license?
• Under SBOM, satellite location is defined as which of the following?
• Which entity verifies the prescribing information before a PA is issued a DEA number?
• What is the main goal of the written agreement portion?
• Which item asks the applicant to perform a self-query of a national practitioner database?
• When care is transferred between a PA and supervising physician, how should patient records be stored and shared?
• What can be provided in lieu of obtaining individual state background checks when outside PA?
• Who can view the application and respond to discrepancies online?
• What is scope creep and how can protocols prevent it?
• What is the role of peer review in maintaining PA practice standards?
• What does a PA need to complete if their primary supervising physician is an DO?
• What should be included in documentation standards within a supervision agreement?
• Which criterion relates to geographic feasibility for a satellite location?
• When prescribing antibiotics under PA supervision, which approach best supports patient safety?
• What must the PA maintain regarding practice locations in the written agreement?
• Where in the PALS dashboard should a supervising physician initiate a Written Agreement Change Form?
• In supervision, how should access to patient information be handled to protect privacy?
• Which statement best describes how liability for a PA's actions can be shared between the PA and supervising physician?
• Which form should be used to notify the board of changes to the primary location in the PA's written agreement?
• In responding to a patient complaint about a PA, which sequence promotes defensible care?
• Why is timely documentation critical in monitoring patient care?
• How do you initiate the Written Agreement in PALS?
• How can PAs participate in quality improvement initiatives?
• Which elements must be included in a written agreement regarding scope of practice?
• Before acting under a standing order in PA practice, what must be ensured?
• What is the role of patient autonomy in the PA–supervising physician relationship?
• What is the purpose of incident reporting systems in PA supervision?
• Which item is a required component of the PA licensure portion of the Supervising Physician Written Agreement Application?
• What is the purpose of discharge communications and error disclosure in patient safety?
• Where can a detailed application checklist be found for PA licensure?
• Which question is addressed in the written agreement about medications?
• Which statement best describes an escalation plan in a PA supervision agreement?
• Which statement best describes the supervisory plan required for the physician assistant's practice?
• How many PAs can a primary supervisor have? What about as an alternative?
• What constitutes a valid physician-PA supervisory relationship in most jurisdictions?
• Which action requires using a Written Agreement Change Form?
• In incident reporting, which approach most effectively drives safety improvements?
• What form is used when supervising physicians report a change to an existing written agreement?
• How many primary supervisors can a PA have?
• How should informed consent be conducted when a PA treats a patient?
• Which practice best demonstrates oversight and legal accountability for a PA?
• What is the purpose of a supervision agreement?
• To address a PA's knowledge gap safely, what multifaceted approach is recommended?
• Under SBM and SBOM, how many alternate supervising physicians need to be listed?
• What does the PA SBOM say about satellite locations?
• What type of information can lead to longer review times?
• Which statement best describes how credentialing, privileging, and supervision relate in PA practice?
• What does a PA need to do if they are going to practice in another state?
• In urgent decision-making, what is the main advantage of on-site supervision compared to off-site supervision?
• Steps to documenting satellite locations
• What strategies minimize confidentiality breaches in PA practice?
• What needs to be included in FBI and State Police background checks?
• What must a PA do to ensure the Board receives their IdentoGo results?
• What is the supervising physician's ultimate responsibility for the care provided by a PA?
• Which of the following is appropriate to document when a supervising physician counsels a PA about an error?
• Which statement describes CPD's role in PA supervision?
• When prescribing antibiotics under PA supervision, which approach is appropriate?
• Which statement best defines clinical governance in physician assistant supervision?
• How can someone obtain a copy of the written agreement after submission?
• When are written agreements effective?
• What is the purpose of a prescriptive authority protocol in PA practice?
• Which statement best describes the difference between credentialing and privileging in physician assistant practice?
• Which statement best describes the malpractice insurance requirement for the common written agreement issue?
• Which supervision model requires the physician to be physically present during patient care?
• Under HIPAA, how should protected health information be handled in PA practice?
• What is the Osteopathic Board's supervising physician license fee?
• What does a PA need to complete if their primary supervising physician is an MD?
• What is the purpose of documenting a handoff when care is transferred between a PA and a supervising physician?
• In a safety-critical supervision context, which statement best reflects priority?
• Which statement best describes the role of accreditation bodies like The Joint Commission in supervising PAs?
• When is child assent appropriate in pediatric care?
• Which elements should be included in a chart note when a supervising physician counsels a PA about a clinical error?
• Which ethical principle is primarily involved when a PA deviates from supervising protocol due to clinical judgment?
• After the 100% countersignature ≤ 10 days requirement is met, which statement about ongoing review/countersignature is correct?
• Which statement about handling patient complaints involving a PA is best practice?
• In supervision agreements, what is the purpose of a formulary?
• What is assent and when is it appropriate in pediatric care?
• What is a likely consequence of not maintaining up-to-date pharmacology knowledge for prescriptive authority?
• Which outcome most directly enhances patient adherence under supervision?
• What should be included in a supervisory performance evaluation for a PA?
• Which item is listed as a sample task for the PA?
• Which elements should be included in on-call protocols for PAs?
• What should a written supervision agreement specify about procedures?
• Besides the scope of practice, what else must the written agreement specify?
• Which aspect of supervision is defined in the written agreement?
• Who will supervise the PA when the primary supervisor is away?
• What elements should accompany a PA-prescribed medication in the chart?
• What have Acts 78 & 79 done to satellite locations?
• What is the difference between direct and indirect supervision for procedures?
• When does the alternate supervising physician take responsibility for the PA?
• What are the additional tips given to practicing in another state?
• What is the purpose of incident reporting in clinical practice?
• What does performance improvement entail in a clinical governance framework?
• Which elements are typically included in a PA supervision agreement?
• A separate Written Agreement Change Form must be completed for each written agreement identified by which numbers?
• If a PA's clinical judgment conflicts with safety priorities, what is the recommended initial approach for the supervising physician?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of discharge safety communications?
• How should supervision adapt when a patient has language barriers?
• Which data sources are recommended for PA performance evaluation to reduce bias?
• Which of the following is listed as a sample task that a PA may perform?
• How is collaboration differentiated from supervision in PA practice?
• Under ACT 31, which of the following statements is true?
• If discrepancies are identified during review, how long does the submitter have to respond?
• The liberalization of the 100% countersignature requirement took effect in which month and year?
• What is the importance of documentation that links problems to orders in PA practice?
• Credentialing and privileging entail which of the following in a healthcare facility?
• What is the role of continuing education in maintaining prescriptive authority?
• Which statement best indicates proper governance and supervision in PA practice?
• When a PA exits a practice, who ensures safe transition and patient safety?
• When documenting a PA encounter, which elements ensure defendable care?
• Applications will NOT be submitted until _________?
• Which of the following is NOT an additional tip?
• What is a standing order and how does it relate to PA practice?
• What is one common mistake when completing the written agreement?
• Under HIPAA, which is required of PAs in supervised practice?
• Which item is included in the PA licensure application components (the 12 items)?
• What is required to ensure a PA's prescriptive authority complies with legal and regulatory requirements?
• Which actions help ensure compliance with controlled substances regulations in PA practice?
• Which topics are answered in the written agreement portion?
• Which of the following is NOT a category where professional questions get investigated?
• What does the PA SBM say about satellite locations?
• What is a key feature of off-site supervision with protocols?
• When a PA requests a signature on a non-credentialed or questionable prescription, what is the appropriate action by the supervising physician?
• Which states are specified where CHRCs will not be issued to the Board for upload?
• How does cultural competence impact supervising PA care?
• What element is primarily defined by the review/countersignature plan?
• How are notifications sent when it's time to complete portions?
• Which of the following is NOT a potential consideration for the review/countersignature plan?
• What does PSPA stand for?
• Why is documentation of supervision status important in PA records?
• What must be included in proof of professional liability insurance?
• In which scenario is a formal supervision visit or direct observation typically required?
• What actions by a supervising physician support a PA in making complex differential diagnoses?
• Which statement best describes documenting a handoff during a PA-supervisor transition?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of supervision policies within clinical governance?
• What standard should govern PA charting under supervision?
• A PA encounters a request for a restricted therapy not covered by protocol and suspects safety concerns. What should be done?
• What does the Written Agreement Application consist of?
• Which approach supports fair performance evaluation of a PA?
• How can a PA terminate written agreements?
• How does supervision affect a PA's professional liability protection?
• Verbal orders are permissible under which safeguards?
• What is the primary purpose of a PA supervision agreement with a supervising physician?
• When a PA makes a medication error, what immediate actions should the supervising physician take?
• In a PA–supervising physician relationship, which practice best supports collaborative decision-making in complex cases?
• How does continuous professional development relate to PA supervision?
• How should conflicts of interest in PA supervision be managed?
• Following an adverse event involving a PA, what sequence aligns with risk management best practice?
• When prescribing medications, which elements are essential to assess risk?
• In malpractice liability, who can be held liable for a PA's actions?
• How should a PA document informed consent in a delegated care plan?
• Which item confirms national certification status as part of the PA licensure process?
• Which option best describes the documentation approach when escalation is needed for a questionable prescription?
• What does ABC-MAP stand for?
• How is satellite location approval completed in SBOM?