HRCI Exam SPHR Topic 3 Question 91 Discussion

Actual exam question for HRCI's SPHR exam

Question #: 91
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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Francene

2 months ago

Terminating her? That's just plain lazy. Why not put in a little effort to help Millie out? D all the way!

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Dino

2 months ago

I'm going with D. Continuing the modified duty until she's released is the best way to ensure a smooth and successful return to work.

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Doretha

7 days ago

I think it's crucial to give her the time she needs to fully recover before going back to her regular duties.

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Karina

7 days ago

I'm glad we're all on the same page about how to best help Millie return to work.

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Tawna

12 days ago

It's important to support her during this transition back to full duty.

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Mitsue

16 days ago

I agree, option D seems like the best choice for Millie's situation.

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Carlee

2 months ago

C? Terminating her? That's just cruel. She's been working hard on modified duty for over a year. Give her a chance!

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Eugene

1 months ago

I agree, she deserves a chance to get back to full duty.

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Martha

1 months ago

D) Continuing the modified duty assignment until she is released to full duty

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Adolph

1 months ago

B) Reasonably accommodating her into a more permanent position

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Viola

1 months ago

A) Paying to have her evaluated by an independent medical examiner

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Tresa

2 months ago

D) Continuing the modified duty assignment until she is released to full duty

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Sarah

2 months ago

B) Reasonably accommodating her into a more permanent position

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Marica

2 months ago

I disagree, I think option B is better. Reasonably accommodating her into a more permanent position shows commitment to her well-being.

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Viola

2 months ago

I agree with Ardella, continuing the modified duty assignment is the most supportive approach.

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Ardella

2 months ago

I think option D is the best choice for Millie.

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Kristel

3 months ago

B sounds like a good option. Accommodating her into a more permanent position could help her transition back to full-time work.

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Alita

3 months ago

D is the way to go. Keeping Millie on modified duty until she's cleared for full duty seems like the most reasonable approach.

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Lashawn

1 months ago

D) Continuing the modified duty assignment until she is released to full duty

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Yuonne

1 months ago

B) Reasonably accommodating her into a more permanent position

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Alyce

2 months ago

A) Paying to have her evaluated by an independent medical examiner

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