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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 - ANSWER-B use of muscle relaxants such as skelaxin, soma, or fle...

What minimum PaO2 level is necessary if the driver has an ABG due to a chronic respiratory disorder? a. 70 mm Hg b. 55 mm Hg c. 60 mm Hg d. 65 mm Hg - ANSWER-d. 65 mmHg A driver first perceives a whispered voice at 5 feet in his right ear and 4 feet in his left ear. All other aspects of his physical examination are unremarkable. The examinershould: a. Permanently disqualify the driver because he "failed" the whispered voicetest. b. Certify the driver for 2 years. c. Certify the ...

A driver is taking Celexa for the treatment of what he calls a "mild depression." He reports he has not considered or attempted suicide. The examiner should: - ANSWER-Temporarily disqualify the driver until he obtains written clearance for the depression and the medication from the treating provider. The following statements are true concerning hearing requirements of commercial drivers EXCEPT: a. Hearing aids may not be worn during the forcedwhisper test. b. Either the forced whisper ...

What minimum PaO2 level is necessary if the driver has an ABG due to a Chronic respiratory disorder? A. 70mm Hg B. 55mm Hg C. 60mm Hg D. 65mmHg - ANSWER-D A driver first perceives a whispered voice 5 ft in his right ear and 4 ft in his left ear. All other aspects of his physical exam are unremarkable. the examiner should: A. permanently disqualify the driver because he "failed" the whispered voice test. B. Certify the driver for 2 years C. Certify the driver for 2 year D. Require an...

1. An unrestricted Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver Medical Certificate must be renewed: A. Annually B. Every Two Years C. Every Four Years D. Whenever the State Issued Driver's License is renewed - ANSWER-B. Every Two Years 2. A driver presents with history of an isolated TIA 6 months ago. He has a return to work letter from his primary care provider (PCP) and neurologist. He is taking and tolerating well hydrochlorothiazide and simvastatin. All other aspects of the exam and history ...

A 22 y/o male contracted meningococcal meningitis from his college roommate, discharged from the hospital 3 months ago. He brings no records with him. He is on no medications, is otherwise healthy, and his physical examination is entirely normal. The correct determination would be: A Get a note from the neurologist indicating he can drive a commercial vehicle, then certify for 2 years. B Obtain hospital records. If there was no seizure activity, he must undergo a one year waiting period before...

Interstate commerce definition? - ANSWER-Any material transported from 1 state to another state, even if the individual driver never leaves 1 state, that: a) weighs >10,001 lbs (if >26,001 lbs, they also need a drug test) b) 9-15 passengers for compensation c) 16+ passengers regardless of compensation d) that requires placarding for hazardous materials Does interstate commerce refer to the cargo or to the driver? - ANSWER-It refers to the cargo, tools, vehicle, NOT to the driver. ...

Exam Order - ANSWER-1. General 2. Skin 3. Eyes 4. Ears 5. Mouth/Throat 6. Cardiac 7. Lungs/Chest 8. Abd 9. Genitourinary/Hernia 10. Back/Spine 11. Extremities/Joints 12. Neuro/Reflexes 13. Gait 14. Vascular Eye Assessment - ANSWER-pupilary accomidation/reactivity to light, nystagmus, extra ocular movements. Prosthetic eye disqualified. Ear Assessment - ANSWER-TM must be viewed! (If wax blocking, put determination pending until wax removed). Assess for scarring of TM, occlusion of ear can...

DOT Exam 2024 Questions & Answers 100% CorrectDOT Exam 2024 Questions & Answers 100% CorrectDOT Exam 2024 Questions & Answers 100% CorrectDOT Exam 2024 Questions & Answers 100% Correct When do patients require a Skilled Performance Exam? - ANSWERSIF 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 spe...

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/...