When a physical therapist is "on-call," what is the expected time frame for them to reach the facility?

The correct understanding of the expected time frame for a physical therapist who is "on-call" to reach a facility is generally aligned with the option indicating that they should arrive within the same day. This standard reflects the urgency sometimes associated with immediate patient care needs, while balancing the ability of the therapist to manage their time effectively.

The expectation for a same-day arrival ensures that therapists can still meet the demands of patient care while also allowing some flexibility in situations where immediate attention may not be critical, yet still necessary. In healthcare settings, especially for physical therapists, being on-call typically denotes readiness to respond, but it doesn't always necessitate an immediate response within an hour or two, which might be more appropriate in emergency medical contexts.

Thus, the option that indicates arrival within the same day aligns with typical practices in healthcare regarding availability and response times for non-emergency situations that require physical therapy intervention.