DOT EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+

DOT EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+ 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: - Correct Answer-Disqualify and refer to his PMD or cardiologist for further evaluation. Concerning the medical certificate, which is false? - Correct Answer-Provide the original to the driver being examined. Retain a copy for at least 3 years. You may not provide a copy to the current or prospective employer, they must get it from the driver. The driver must carry the original certificate during operation of a CMV. How soon may a driver be certified after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) surgery? - Correct Answer-3 months with clearance by cardiologist, resting echocardiogram with an LVEF >40% after CABG, and asymptomatic status with no angina. FMCSA defines a severe hypoglycemic reaction as one that results in: - Correct Answer-Need of assistance from another person, loss of consciousness, any period of impaired cognitive function that occurs without warning, or seizure Medical fitness for duty includes the ability to perform strenuous labor and to have good judgment, impulse control, and _____________________. - Correct Answer-Problem solving skills All of the following may perform and certify vision test results except: - Correct Answer-A chiropractor Ophthalmologist Optometrist or Registered Nurse The grace period for the expiration of a Medical Examiner's Certification is - Correct Answer- There is no grace period, the certification expires at midnight on the date listed A 28 year old female presents for her CDL physical exam. She indicates she has been enrolled in a Methadone program for three months secondary to a previous substance abuse issue in the recent past. She presents a letter from the administrator of the program documenting her compliance with the program and absence of any history of prior violations of their agreement. According to medical guidance, can a driver be certified while taking methadone. - Correct Answer-No, since Methadone is a habit-forming narcotic that can produce drug dependence. Methadone is not an allowable drug for CMV operators. Arriving for a recertification exam, a 48 y/o male non-smoker is 5'4", 275lbs. His supervisor calls you ahead of time stating he recently went off the side of the road crashing into a guard rail.