HRCI Exam PHRca Topic 3 Question 2 Discussion

Actual exam question for HRCI's PHRca exam

Question #: 2
Topic #: 3

Millie is an injured worker who has been back to work on modified duty for approximately 13 months. Which of the following return-to-work strategies would best help Millie get back to full duty?

APaying to have her evaluated by an independent medical examiner

BReasonably accommodating her into a more permanent position

CTerminating her employment as she is no longer qualified to do the work for which she was hired

DContinuing the modified duty assignment until she is released to full duty

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Suggested Answer: A

Answer option A is correct. An IME will allow Millie to be evaluated by an impartial third party. Modified duty is a short-term solution to be used when an injured worker is able to return to work but not to full duty (D). A reasonable accommodation strategy (B) may become necessary, but only after Millie's diagnosis and treatment plan is clearly understood. Terminating her employment (C) prior to identifying the extent of her qualifications and limitations is not advisable.

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