CASE SCENARIOS Flashcards
1
Q
Driver Post CABG - 5 Year Significance?
A
After 5 years (from date of surgery), due to accelerated graft closure… YEARLY Exercise Stress Tests are required as part of the medical examination
2
Q
When would radionucleotide testing or echo myocardial imaging be indicated?
A
If driver unable to complete satisfactory exercise stress test, has a dysrhythmia, or has an abnormal resting EKG.
3
Q
Suicide Attempt Waiting Period
A
1 year - can be shorter, doesn’t have to be 1 year. just depends, but that’s the rec
