DOT Exam 2023/2024 Questions & Answers(GRADED A+ )

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-140-159/90-99 What is stage 2 hypertension? - ANSWER-160-179/100-109 What is stage 3 hypertension? - ANSWER-Greater than 180/110 In what two scenarios would a one-time three month certificate be granted? - ANSWER-When the driver has a BP reading that indicates stage 2 hypertension OR A driver that was certified with stage 1 hypertension has not achieved BP less than 140/90 at recertification How can a driver pass the forced whisper test? - ANSWER-Perceive the forced whisper in ONE ear at a distance of 5 feet or more How can a driver pass the audiometric test? - ANSWER-Not have an average hearing loss in ONE ear greater than 40 decibels at 500 Hz, 1,000 Hz, and 2,000 Hz When should both hearing tests be administered to a driver? - ANSWER-When the driver fails the initial hearing test How can a driver's hearing be tested for certification? - ANSWER-By administering either the forced whisper or audiometric test When should medical examiner need to complete an online MCSA-5850 form? - ANSWER-When an exam is performed on a driver - Must submit by midnight of the next calendar day AND Must report if no exams are performed during a calendar month Who should the medical examiner's certificate be given to? - ANSWER-The original is given to the driver A copy may be given to the employer upon request How long must a medical examiner retain driver medical records for? - ANSWER-3 years Can work restrictions be given as part of certification? - ANSWER-No What should be done when a driver returns after being given a 3 month certificate that is nearing expiration? - ANSWER-Perform an entirely new DOT exam