NRCME exam 2023 with 100% correct answers

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 do what? - correct answer -Temporarily disqualify the driver until he obtains written clearance for the depression and the medication from the treating provider. Can hearing aids be worn during the forced whisper test? - correct answer -NO 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: - correct answer - 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: - correct answer -certify 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. If a driver responds yes to the history section of the exam form, what details must he include? - correct answer -1. date