Disability & Rehabilitation Services Flashcards

A vocational evaluator assessing a client with multiple sclerosis (MS) should be aware that which symptom commonly fluctuates and may affect work performance inconsistently?

Answer: Fatigue and cognitive 'fog' that vary day-to-day

MS-related fatigue and cognitive dysfunction typically fluctuate, meaning a client's functional capacity may vary significantly from day to day.

The term 'functional limitation' in vocational rehabilitation refers to:

Answer: A restriction in the ability to perform certain tasks or activities as a result of a disabling condition

Functional limitations describe how a disability restricts a person's ability to perform specific tasks, activities, or roles relevant to employment.

In rehabilitation planning, the 'order of selection' policy in state VR programs means:

Answer: When resources are limited, individuals with the most significant disabilities are served first

Order of selection allows state VR agencies to prioritize serving individuals with the most significant disabilities first when the agency cannot serve all eligible applicants.

A client with deafness is applying for VR services. The evaluator must arrange which accommodation to ensure effective communication during the intake interview?

Answer: A qualified sign language interpreter or other appropriate communication support

Effective communication with a Deaf client requires a qualified sign language interpreter or other preferred communication support, not informal substitutes.

Which of the following is an example of a 'natural support' in a supported employment context?

Answer: A co-worker who voluntarily assists the supported employee in learning job tasks

Natural supports are assistance provided by co-workers, supervisors, or others within the typical workplace environment, without specialized funding.

When conducting a functional capacity evaluation (FCE) for a client with a back injury, which domain is MOST critical to assess for determining return-to-work potential?

Answer: Lifting, carrying, and postural tolerances

For back injuries, FCE focuses on physical demands such as lifting capacity, carrying tolerance, and postural tolerances that directly affect job task performance.

The 'substantial gainful activity' (SGA) threshold is used by the Social Security Administration primarily to:

Answer: Determine whether a person's work activity is significant enough to indicate they are not disabled

SGA is an earnings threshold used by SSA to determine if a person is engaging in work activity that is substantial enough to suggest they are not disabled for benefit purposes.