Tarek Is Returning to Work After Three Months Off for Carpal

question 16

Multiple Choice

Tarek is returning to work after three months off for carpal tunnel treatment, culminating in surgery. What organizational practice may sabotage his return by making him feel stigmatized?

• A) changing his job to accommodate his current capabilities
• B) posting photos of workers with perfect safety records in the cafeteria
• C) holding an educational session for all workers on carpal tunnel syndrome
• D) timing his return to coincide with a company picnic or other social event

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