Health care organization accreditation: an overview

Article Abstract:

This article examines the accreditation process for health care organizations and discusses how this impacts physical therapists and their assistants. Topics addressed include the standards set by the American Physical Therapy Association, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.

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Risk management: the hot topics

Article Abstract:

Five members of the American Physical Therapy Association give their advice on how physical therapists should manage risk. Topics addressed include the legal and ethical aspects of physical therapy care, safe rehabilitation techniques, the management of complaints, informed consent, and the supervision of physical therapists' assistants.

Methods, Risk management

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Advice for the new physical therapist

Article Abstract:

Factors newly licensed physical therapists (PTs) should consider to protect themselves from malpractice suits are examined. Topics include the importance of good communication between PTs and patients, dangers of hostile patients, and documentation standards.

Practice, Behavior

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