Discuss APSE CESP Exam Topic 3 Question 54

You are working with a 29-year-old man with a spinal cord injury who was hired as a computer programmer for an insurance company. After a week on the job, he reports having difficulty with his keyboard arrangement and not working as fast as he thinks he could. What is the LAST strategy to use in helping him?

AFind a new job for him.

BRequest a technology and ergonomic assessment from his vocational rehabilitation counselor.

CTest his typing skills and speed using his computer programs.

DTalk to the employer about his performance to see how the employer thinks he is progressing.

Suggested Answer: A

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21 comments · newest first

Craig 2 days ago

C sounds good too. Testing his skills first makes sense.

Linette 7 days ago

I disagree, B is better. An assessment could really help him.

Scarlet 12 days ago

I think the last strategy should be A. Finding a new job seems extreme.

Marta 17 days ago

Good point! Collaboration is key for success.

Herminia 22 days ago

Maybe a mix of B and D? Get assessment and talk to the boss.

Irene 28 days ago

True, feedback from the employer can guide us.

Jerry 1 month ago

But we should also consider how the employer feels. Option D is important.

Temeka 1 month ago

I like option C too. Testing skills first is smart.

Ena 1 month ago

Yes, ergonomics matter! It can improve his speed.

Marta 2 months ago

Option B seems best. An assessment could help a lot.

Irene 2 months ago

Agreed, finding a new job isn't the answer yet.

Herminia 2 months ago

I think option A is too extreme. He just started.

Ona 2 months ago

Isn't it surprising he’s struggling after just a week?

Lynelle 2 months ago

A tech assessment seems like the best move here.

Kayleigh 2 months ago

Wait, why would you talk to the employer before testing his skills?

Mauricio 3 months ago

Definitely agree with getting an ergonomic assessment first!

Margot 3 months ago

I think finding a new job is a bit extreme.

Aleisha 3 months ago

I’m a bit confused about the order here. Shouldn’t we first check in with the employer before doing any assessments?

Theola 3 months ago

I remember a practice question where we had to prioritize interventions, and I think getting a tech assessment could be really helpful, but is it the last step?

Leanna 3 months ago

I’m not entirely sure, but I feel like assessing his typing skills might be more immediate than finding him a new job.

Golda 4 months ago

I think the last strategy should be something that directly addresses his performance, so maybe talking to the employer could be a good option?

APSE CESP Exam - Topic 3 Question 54 Discussion