NRCME CERTIFICATION EXAM questions with complete solutions

1 month What is the waiting period after SA node dysfunction pacemaker implantation? less than or equal to 3.5cm What is the maximum thoracic aneurysm size that allows driver certification? 1 year, 6 months What is the waiting period after heart transplant? What is the max certification? 5 years When should an echo be repeated for mild aortic stenosis? 1-2 years When should an echo be repeated for moderate aortic stenosis? 3 months What is the waiting period after pacemaker implantation for neurocardiogenic syncope or hypersensitive carotid sinus with syncope? 3 months What is the waiting period for CABG? 1 year How long can a driver on anticoagulant treatment for a cardiovascular condition be certified for? 1 year How long can a driver be certified after an AAA repair 3 months ago? 1 year How long can a driver with CHF who has an EF of 44% be certified for? 3 months How long is the waiting period after a cardiogenic pacemaker implantation? ETT What is not a requirement for a driver with CHF? 1 month How long is the waiting period after an AV block pacer is placed? 3 months How long is the waiting period for stable angina? 3-6 months after PCI and then 2 years after When is an ETT recommended after a PCI? aneurysm has increased more than 0.5cm in a 6 month period What is a disqualifying condition for a driver with an AAA? 3 months What is the minimum waiting period for status post PE? 2 months What is the minimum waiting period post MI? 3-6 months following PCI When should a driver post op PCI have a stress test done? True True/false: Is DM a coronary heart disease equivalent condition? Finger stick or glucose determination What is the first step after glucose is detected on urinalysis in a driver w/ no history of diabetes. 2 years What is the maximum certification for nephropathy?