COHN Occupational Case Management 3

Question 1

A worker sustained a repetitive strain injury and is reluctant to return to a modified duty role. Which approach is MOST effective in motivating return to work?

Accepted Answer

Using motivational interviewing to explore the worker's concerns and goals

Answer

Motivational interviewing is an evidence-based, collaborative communication technique effective in addressing ambivalence and facilitating behavior change.

Question 2

In workers' compensation case management, 'maximum medical improvement' (MMI) refers to:

Accepted Answer

The point at which a worker's medical condition has stabilized and is unlikely to improve further with treatment

Answer

MMI is the point at which a worker's condition is medically stable and further significant improvement is not expected, regardless of whether full recovery has occurred.

Question 3

Which of the following is a PRIMARY responsibility of an occupational case manager during an onsite visit?

Accepted Answer

Performing ergonomic assessments and identifying workplace hazards

Answer

During onsite visits, occupational case managers assess the work environment, identify hazards, and support ergonomic improvements to facilitate safe return to work.

Question 4

A case manager is developing a return-to-work plan for a worker with a shoulder injury. Which resource provides the most objective data about physical job demands?

Accepted Answer

A job demands analysis (JDA)

Answer

A job demands analysis provides objective, site-specific data on the physical requirements of a particular position, making it the most reliable resource for return-to-work planning.

Question 5

Which legislation primarily governs the confidentiality of an injured worker's medical information shared in occupational case management?

Accepted Answer

HIPAA Privacy Rule

Answer

HIPAA's Privacy Rule governs the confidentiality and appropriate disclosure of protected health information, including in occupational case management contexts.

COHN Exam Practice Test

COHN Exam Practice Test

COHN Occupational Case Management 3