What type of supervision is required for specific patient care activities performed by delegated individuals?

The required supervision for specific patient care activities performed by delegated individuals is direct supervision. This means that the supervising physical therapist must be on-site and readily available to oversee the activities and ensure that safe and effective care is being provided to patients. Direct supervision allows the therapist to provide immediate instruction and feedback, which is essential for maintaining quality patient care and safety.

In this context, direct supervision differs from general supervision, which allows a supervising therapist to be off-site as long as they are accessible for communication. While remote supervision and no supervision indicate even less involvement from the supervising therapist, they do not meet the necessary standards for ensuring that delegated patient care activities are conducted with adequate oversight. The demand for direct supervision underscores the importance of having a qualified professional present to address any immediate concerns that may arise during patient interactions, thereby upholding the standards of the physical therapy practice.