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A driver with monocular vision with a federal exemption can be certified for? - ANSWER-1 year A driver has unstable proliferative retinopathy - ANSWER-Disqualify Meniere's disease - ANSWER-Disqualify Benign positional vertigo and acute and chronic peripheral vestibulopathy - ANSWER-Waiting period: 2 months symptom free Labyrinthine fistula - ANSWER-disqualify Nonfunctioning labyrinth - ANSWER-disqualify Stage 1 HTN who has no history of hypertension and no meds - ANSWER-1 year...

Who can the DOT exam be administered to? - Answer Anyone who requests the exam, regardless of age Who is responsible for ensuring the driver meets the minimum age requirement of 21 years old? - Answer Motor carrier When should a BP be confirmed with a second measurement during the exam? - Answer Any BP 140/90 or greater What BP readings may be used for certification decisions? - Answer Only BP readings taken during the DOT physical exam What is stage 1 hypertension? - Answer 140-159/...

Upon examination of a 46 y/o male smoker, you detect an irregularly irregular heart rythm. The rate is 140 bpm. This is unknown to the driver and he denies any symptoms of lightheadedness, shortness of breath, dizziness, palpitations, nor any cardiac history. You would: - ANSWER-Disqualify and refer to his PMD or cardiologist for further evaluation. Concerning the medical certificate, which is false? - ANSWER-Provide the original to the driver being examined. Retain a copy for at least 3 year...

Who can the DOT exam be administered to? - ANSWERSAnyone who requests the exam, regardless of age Who is responsible for ensuring the driver meets the minimum age requirement of 21 years old? - ANSWERSMotor carrier When should a BP be confirmed with a second measurement during the exam? - ANSWERSAny BP 140/90 or greater What BP readings may be used for certification decisions? - ANSWERSOnly BP readings taken during the DOT physical exam What is stage 1 hypertension? - ANSWERS140-159/...

DOT Exam Questions and Answers 100% Correct DOT Exam Questions and Answers 100% Correct DOT Exam Questions and Answers 100% Correct DOT Exam Questions and Answers 100% Correct Who sets the qualification standards for DOT exam? - ANSWERSFederal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) What is required for drivers? - ANSWERSMUST undergo a history and physical by a licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, DO, or Chiropractor What liability do we have? - ANSWE...

a 30 year old driver presents for a biennial recertification. the driver notes in his hx he's had 3 episodes of BPV 6 months ago but has been asymptomatic since. he provides a letter from his neurologist stating he is cleared to work w/o restrictions. exam is negative with no abnormalities. how long may he be qualified alified due to not waiting the recommended period fied up to 2 years to tilt table test for CT of brain - ANSWERSB use of muscle relaxants such as skelaxin, soma, or fle...

When do patients require a Skilled Performance Exam? - ANSWER-IF they have a FIXED motor deficit of an extremity who cannot physically qualify to drive that needs a full evaluation by a specialist (Not for patients with a progressive motor deficit) **These patients must provide proof of the exam by the specialist in order to obtain certification or be given a referral letter if you think they need an exam*** What two special populations of drivers are given exemptions by the DOT? - ANSWER-...

Skill Performance Evaluation (SPE) certificate - ANSWER-A driver with an impairment of an arm, leg, hand, or foot who is otherwise medically qualified, may be certified if the driver applies for and is determined by the FMCSA to be qualified for a SPE certificate. Issued by FMCSA, not Medical Examiner. Issued up to two years; may be renewed. To legally operate a CMV, the driver must carry a SPE certificate and a valid Medical Examiner's certificate. The driver is responsible for ensu...

The driver presents with a SPE Certificate. The Medical Examiner's next step should be: - ANSWERSProceed with the examination. A 21-year-old driver presents with a history of ADHD for 10 years, taking stable dosing of Adderall. He describes no side effects. Which of the following is true? a. A significant percentage of individuals with adult ADHD show a moderate to marked degree of improvement on central nervous system stimulant medication. b. ADHD is a disqualifying condition. c. Adde...

FMCSA Mission Statement - ANSWERSTo reduce crashes, injuries, fatalities involving large trucks/buses Medical Examiner - ANSWERSLicensed, certified, registered provider who can perform PEs in accordance with laws and regulations ; registered through NRS ; has unique identifier ; passes MEC test FMCSA - ANSWERSFederal Motor Carrier Safety Administration NRCME - ANSWERSNational Registry of Certified Medical Examiners Commerical Motor Vehicle - ANSWERSWeight >1000 lb ; or transports ...