As with real impairments, . . . a perceived impairment must be substantially limiting and significant. Even if Holy Family believed that Thompson was incapable of lifting 25 pounds, it does not follow that the hospital regarded her as disabled. We noted previously that a 25-pound restriction does not amount to a substantial limitation on the ability to lift. Thompson also points to affidavits by her supervisors noting her inability to perform the duties required in a position of total patient care. Indeed, Thompson was made aware of another job opportunity at the hospital, and Holy Family submitted a counselor's affidavit enumerating several possible jobs in the nursing industry.
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