Indicators of serious physical problems
  • verbal statements of frequent or severe pain or discomfort
  • slowed physical movements
  • change in gait while walking
  • difficulty or visible signs of pain while performing routine job movements
  • frequent use of analgesics (ie. acetaminophen, ibuprofen) to relieve discomfort
  • increased absenteeism
  • more time required to complete job tasks
  • complaints of concentration difficulties due to physical discomfort
  • frequent nausea
  • decreased appetite
  • increased intake of liquids
  • weight changes
  • pale or flushed face