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1. 1A wellness coach who is not licensed by the Texas OT Board advertises that she provides "occupational therapy evaluations." Which statement best applies?

   1. A. The representation is allowed under the supervised-student exemption
   2. B. The wording is prohibited because it represents that she practices occupational therapy
   3. C. The representation is allowed under the four-month nonresident-practitioner exemption
   4. D. The representation is allowed as another licensed profession's within-scope practice

   Answer: B

   Explanation: The keyed result is The wording is prohibited because it represents that she practices occupational therapy. The controlling official text states, "A person may not practice occupational therapy or practice as an occupational therapy assistant unless the person is an individual licensed under this chapter." Applied to this scenario, that language makes the keyed option correct.

   Reference: Ot Practice Act June (2026) — Texas Occupations Code §454.201

2. 2A Texas OT offers services by telehealth to a client physically located in Oklahoma. For purposes of the Texas OT rules, where is the site of practice?

   1. A. The Texas office from which the practitioner connects
   2. B. The physical location of the client when services are provided
   3. C. The place of business where the original license is displayed
   4. D. The location of the licensed referral source

   Answer: B

   Explanation: The keyed result is At the client's physical location. The controlling official text states, "the site of practice is the location in Texas where the client is located at the time of the provision of services." Applied to this scenario, that language makes the keyed option correct.

   Reference: Ot Rules June (2026) — 22 TAC §362.1, Practice and Telehealth definitions

3. 3Who is responsible for knowing and complying with the current Texas OT Act and rules?

   1. A. Only the Executive Council employee who functions as its agent
   2. B. Each licensee who practices under the Texas Act and rules
   3. C. Only an Investigation Committee reviewing a complaint
   4. D. Only an applicant completing the jurisprudence examination

   Answer: B

   Explanation: The keyed result is Each licensee. The controlling official text states, "The licensee is responsible for being knowledgeable of Title 3, Subtitle H, Chapter 454 Occupations Code, the Occupational Therapy Practice Act, and of the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners' rules." Applied to this scenario, that language makes the keyed option correct.

   Reference: Ot Rules June (2026) — 22 TAC §363.1

4. 4What body supplies the entry-level occupational therapist examination score required for initial Texas licensure?

   1. A. AOTA
   2. B. NBCOT
   3. C. TOTA
   4. D. HHSC

   Answer: B

   Explanation: Texas requires the occupational therapist examination administered by NBCOT, with the passing score set by NBCOT. The controlling official text states, "Score reports must be sent directly to the Board by NBCOT." This language controls the answer in the scenario.

   Reference: Ot Rules June (2026) — 22 TAC §364.2(a)

5. 5How much CE must an inactive-status Texas OT complete each renewal cycle?

   1. A. None
   2. B. 6 hours
   3. C. 12 hours
   4. D. 24 hours

   Answer: D

   Explanation: Inactive licensees remain subject to the 24-hour CE requirement and the CE audit. The controlling official text states, "All licensees must complete a minimum of 24 contact hours every two years during the period of time the license is current in order to renew the license." This language controls the answer in the scenario.

   Reference: Ot Rules June (2026) — 22 TAC §367.1(b)(2)

6. 6When does a regular Texas OT license ordinarily expire?

   1. A. Every year on December 31
   2. B. Every two years at the end of the licensee's birth month
   3. C. Every three years on the issue date
   4. D. Only when the Board sends notice

   Answer: B

   Explanation: Regular licenses renew biennially and expire at the end of the licensee's birth month. The controlling official text states, "Licensees are required to renew their licenses every two years by the end of their birth month." This language controls the answer in the scenario.

   Reference: Ot Rules June (2026) — 22 TAC §370.1

7. 7May a Texas OT on inactive status provide occasional unpaid occupational therapy consultation?

   1. A. Yes, because unpaid practice is voluntary charity care
   2. B. No, inactive status terminates the right to practice occupational therapy
   3. C. Yes, because a current license may be verified online
   4. D. Yes, because consultation can occur without a referral

   Answer: B

   Explanation: The keyed result is No, inactive status prohibits practicing or representing oneself as an OT. The controlling official text states, "Inactive status indicates the voluntary termination of the right to practice occupational therapy by a licensee in good standing with the Board." Applied to this scenario, that language makes the keyed option correct.

   Reference: Ot Rules June (2026) — 22 TAC §371.1

8. 8Before obtaining a referral, a Texas OT evaluates a client for a possible medical condition. What must the OT do if the evaluation indicates the condition may make OT unsafe or contraindicated?

   1. A. Continue because an evaluation never requires a safety referral
   2. B. Request the referral when it is needed for client safety and welfare
   3. C. Treat the finding as a non-medical condition throughout intervention
   4. D. Proceed under the no-referral rule for screening and consultation

   Answer: B

   Explanation: The keyed result is Request an appropriate referral before continuing. The controlling official text states, "However, a referral must be requested at any time during the evaluation process when necessary to ensure the safety and welfare of the client." Applied to this scenario, that language makes the keyed option correct.

   Reference: Ot Rules June (2026) — 22 TAC §372.1(a)

9. 9Under Texas OT rules, what level of supervision is required when an aide performs delegated OT tasks on site?

   1. A. Frequent communication plus two monthly interactive encounters
   2. B. On-site contact allowing an immediate response to client needs
   3. C. Line-of-sight telehealth supervision used for other nonlicensed personnel
   4. D. Twelve communication hours plus four direct-observation hours

   Answer: B

   Explanation: An aide performing delegated OT tasks requires on-site immediate supervision under the nonlicensed-personnel rule. The controlling official text states, "Supervision in this section for occupational therapy aides as defined by the Occupational Therapy Practice Act §454.002 (relating to Definitions) is on-site contact whereby the supervising occupational therapy practitioner is able to respond immediately to the needs of the client." This language controls the answer in the scenario.

   Reference: Ot Rules June (2026) — 22 TAC §373.1

10. 10Under Texas OT rules, when does resignation amount to patient abandonment?

    1. A. When adequate written notice precedes a transition with no service delay
    2. B. When insufficient prior written notice causes loss or delay of OT services
    3. C. When at least 14 days' written notice permits uninterrupted transition
    4. D. When a client reaches maximum benefit and is properly discharged

    Answer: B

    Explanation: The keyed result is When insufficient prior written notice causes loss or delay of OT services. The controlling official text states, "means failing to provide sufficient prior written notice of resignation of employment or termination of contract," Applied to this scenario, that language makes the keyed option correct.

    Reference: Ot Rules June (2026) — 22 TAC §374.2, patient abandonment