FCE Functional Capacity Evaluation Principles 3

Question 1

Under the ADA, what obligation does an employer have when FCE results reveal a worker cannot meet all essential job functions?

Accepted Answer

Consider reasonable accommodations before any employment decision

Answer

The ADA requires employers to explore reasonable accommodations for workers with disabilities before making adverse employment decisions based on FCE findings.

Question 2

In FCE reporting, what does 'functional work capacity' primarily describe?

Accepted Answer

The level of physical demand a client can sustain safely over a work day

Answer

Functional work capacity describes the level of physical work demand (e.g., sedentary, light, medium) a client can safely sustain throughout a full work day.

Question 3

Which physiological measure is most commonly used to determine safe aerobic work capacity during an FCE?

Accepted Answer

Heart rate as a percentage of age-predicted maximum

Answer

Heart rate as a percentage of age-predicted maximum (typically 220 minus age) is the most common measure used to assess and limit aerobic work intensity during FCE.

Question 4

What is the primary difference between an FCE and a Physical Capacities Evaluation (PCE)?

Accepted Answer

FCEs assess work-related function comprehensively; PCEs typically provide more limited physical measurements

Answer

An FCE provides a comprehensive work-related functional assessment, while a PCE typically offers a more limited set of physical measurements without full work capacity determination.

Question 5

When an FCE report states a client is at 'medium' work capacity per DOT classifications, what maximum occasional lift weight does this imply?

Accepted Answer

50 pounds

Answer

The DOT defines medium work as involving occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds and frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds.

(FCE) Functional Capacity Evaluator Certification Practice Test

(FCE) Functional Capacity Evaluator Certification Practice Test

FCE Functional Capacity Evaluation Principles 3