All healthcare students must meet the essential functions related to ADA Core Standards as outlined in the table. Applicants must submit a satisfactory physical examination that includes the ability to perform the essential functions related to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) core standards, which must be completed by a licensed physician or nurse practitioner.
Essential Functions Related to ADA Core Standards
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Essential Activities/Tasks |
Critical thinking ability sufficient for clinical judgment and decision-making |
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Interpersonal abilities sufficient to interact with individuals, families and groups from a variety of social, emotional, cultural, and intellectual backgrounds |
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Communication abilities sufficient for interaction with others in verbal, nonverbal, and written form |
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Gross and fine motor abilities sufficient to provide safe and effective care |
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Environmental |
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Auditory abilities sufficient to monitor and assess health needs |
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Tactile ability sufficient for physical assessment and intervention |
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Physical abilities sufficient to move from room to room, maneuver in small spaces, and accommodate stairwell when necessary |
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Visual abilities sufficient for observation and assessment necessary in care |
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Demonstrate accountability and responsibility in all aspects of practice |
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