DOT physical || Questions with complete solutions.

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 correct answers 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 audiometric test to determine the extent of hearing loss in his left ear correct answers B A Driver reports for an examination 6 wks after suffering a mild heart attack and presents a note from his cardiologist stating that he is able to return to work immediately without restriction. Included within the note, the cardiologist provides recent testing information showing that the driver had an ETT that showed he was able reach 12 METS during the test. His echocardiogram showed an ejection fraction of 65%. The examination of the driver is unremarkable. The examiner should: A. Temporarily disqualify the driver B. Qualify the diver for 1 year C. Qualify the driver for 2 years D. Consult with the cardiologist to determine if the driver suffers from angina correct answers A A driver provides an audiometric test documenting the following: 1: 500Hz: 35 right ear; 40 left ear 2. 1000hz: 40 R; 45 L 3. 2000Hz: 40 R; 45 L 4. 4000hz: 50 R; 50 L The medical examiner should: A. Disqualify the driver because he does not meet minimum hearing requirements to drive B. Certify the driver for 2 years C. Certify the driver for 1 year D. Require the driver to obtain a hearing exemption correct answers B During the examination of a commercial driver, the examiner notices that the driver's peripheral vision is 70 degrees to the left and 80 degrees to the right. the examiner should: A. Disqualify the driver B. Require the driver to obtain a vison exemption because of the limitation in the driver's left peripheral field C. Qualify the driver for 2 years D. Have the driver consult with an ophthalmologist to determine if the driver's peripheral vison meets minimum standards correct answers C