If the Disability Claimed by the Employee Is Based on a Disease

question 51

Multiple Choice

If the disability claimed by the employee is based on a disease, the court will determine if the employee is "otherwise qualified" by

• A) assessing the level of risk the employee poses to herself or to her co-workers.
• B) determining how long the employee will be capable of performing the essential functions of the job before the disease renders her totally disabled.
• C) comparing the employee's ability to perform the essential functions of the job with other disabled applicants.
• D) ascertaining whether the disease is psychological or physiological.

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Definitions:

Soma

In biology, refers to the body of an organism, distinguishing from its germ cells or psyche. In literature, may refer to a narcotic substance used to induce euphoria or oblivion.

Nervous System

The network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body, coordinating its actions and sensory information.

Endorphins

Natural chemicals in the body that interact with the brain's receptors to reduce pain and boost pleasure, resulting in a feeling of well-being.

Dendrite

The branched extensions of a neuron that receive signals from other neurons or sensory receptors.