Interpreting & Communicating Results Flashcards
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When writing an FCE report, what does the term 'self-limiting behavior' indicate?
Answer: The evaluee demonstrated submaximal effort due to perceived or actual pain
Self-limiting behavior means the evaluee stopped or held back during testing based on their own pain or fear perception rather than a true physiological maximum.
A physician requests clarification on an FCE report finding. What is the most appropriate evaluator response?
Answer: Provide a written addendum explaining the specific finding with supporting data
A written addendum with supporting objective data is the professional way to clarify FCE findings without altering the original report.
Which Matheson criterion is used to assess whether an evaluee gave full effort during an FCE?
Answer: Coefficient of variation (CV) on grip strength testing
A coefficient of variation below 15% on repeated grip strength trials is a widely used indicator of consistent, reliable effort.
In an FCE report, 'positional tolerance' most accurately refers to:
Answer: The evaluee's ability to maintain a position for a sustained period
Positional tolerance measures how long an individual can maintain positions such as sitting, standing, or reaching without needing to change position.
When FCE results indicate a MEDIUM work level, which DOT classification does this correspond to?
Answer: Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally and 25 lbs frequently
The U.S. DOT classifies Medium work as occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs and frequently lifting up to 25 lbs.
An FCE report that conflicts with the treating physician's restrictions should:
Answer: Present objective findings clearly and allow the referral source to reconcile the discrepancy
The FCE evaluator presents objective functional data; reconciling discrepancies between FCE findings and physician restrictions is the responsibility of the referral source.
Which statement best describes the use of the 'Coefficient of Variation' in FCE reporting?
Answer: It quantifies variability between repeated trials to assess effort consistency
The CV quantifies how much repeated trial scores vary from the mean, with lower values (≤15%) indicating consistent, reliable effort.