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Module 2 - Disability Assessment
This module will explain the difference between disability, impairment, and handicap. The participant will be introduced to the guides to the evaluation of permanent impairment and the rules for evaluations. Musculoskeletal examinations and neurological evaluations will be explained and challenges in rating impairments will be discussed. The effect of pain on function, activities of daily life and quality of life issues will also be discussed.
   
  After completion of this module, participants should be able to:
    • Distinguish between disability, impairment, and handicap
    • Understand the records and reports used to determine impairment
    • Review the systems which can be impaired
    • Be exposed to the diverse causes of intractable pain
    • Understand pain as impairment  
     
  Once you start the module, you will have 10 days to view it. The module can be viewed numerous times if you choose. Each module has been segmented to make it easy for viewing stopping and starting. Simply click the timer bar to stop and start.
   
  An exam will be made available upon completion of the webcast. Once you begin the exam you will have 24 hours to complete it.
   
  The Webcast will not be available for viewing during the examination.
   
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