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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: Correct 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 forced whisper test. b. Either the forced whisper or audiometry tests may be performed first. c. The forced whisper test is passed if one ear perceives the forced whisper at 5 feet. d. Administration of both tests is only necessary if the first test is failed. Correct answer Hearing aids may not be worn during the forced whisper test. A driver with a history of diabetes, who is taking Metformin, provides a note from his primary care provider that lists his A1c level as 10. His exam is essentially normal including laboratory analysis, except he is very overweight. The medical examiner should certify the driver for how long? Correct answer Certify the driver for 1 year. A driver has had his second spontaneous pneumothorax on the same side 3 months ago. There has been no surgical intervention. The FVC is 68%. The correct determination in this case is: Correct answer Do not certify until the condition has been corrected surgically. The driver reports a suicide attempt 6 months earlier, following the break-up of his marriage. He noted seeing a psychiatrist and he takes Citalopram daily and he reports he feels fine now and is moving on with his life. He provides a release from his doctor that he may return to work without restrictions. The medical examiner should? Correct answer Disqualify the driver. A driver with an Abnormal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) can be certified: Correct answer For 1 year if between 4 and 5 cm, asymptomatic, with a recommendation from a cardiovascular specialist who understands the functions and demands of commercial driving. Which of the following is false concerning additional information the driver is to provide for any "yes" responses on the history section of the examination form? Correct answer Must list only prescription medications, not vitamins or supplements. Upon examination of a 46-year-old male smoker, you detect an irregularly irregular heart rhythm. 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. What would you do? Correct answer a. Disqualify and refer to his PMD or cardiologist for further evaluation Which 3 cardiac condition is disqualifying? Correct answer HOCM Torsades Brugada syndrome You must review and discuss with the driver any "yes" answers to include any illness or injury in the last how many years. Correct answer years A driver was discharged from the hospital 10 weeks ago, after an MI. He is asymptomatic and has a note from the cardiologist that he had a satisfactory in office ETT the week prior to your examination and that he may drive. His pre-discharge ECHO shows an EF of 45%. His examination is normal. What is the max certification period? Correct answer 1 year Concerning the medical certificate, can you give a copy to the current or prospective employer? Correct answer No they must get it from the driver Which of the following is an assessment of L4 nerve root pathology? Correct answer Patellar reflex What indicators will you need to refer a driver for PFT? Correct a