• Walking

• Climbing

• Stamina and strength

• Tolerance to temperature changes/extremes

• Wet and humid conditions

• Fumes/dust/mold/gasses

• Pushing/pulling

• Lifting

If the individual has a work history, describe characteristics of the disorder that cause difficulty in performing the job duties or have caused job loss. If there is little or no work history, explore how the functional limitations might limit vocational choices, or how the limitations might cause problems preparing for a job consistent with the person's abilities. The potential need for air purity at the work site, or the need for rest during the workday, is also considered.

Carefully explore what may need to take place for this person to start or return to employment. What types of employment might be suitable for this individual, based on previous cycles of exacerbation and fatigue? Does the person have the abilities or aptitudes for such employment?

Also, consider the work site environment that may be necessary. Rest, air purity, and possible absenteeism due to cycles of exacerbation may be necessary.