Chapter 6.1 - Exam Review

Question 1

The period of validity for a Class 1 Medical Certificate is every (2 years/1 year)?

Answer 1

1 year.

Question 2

A medical examination for the issue of a Pilot’s licence is conducted by (your local doctor/ a DAME)?

Answer 2

A DAME.

Question 3

Too many carbonated drinks before or during flight may cause (dehydration/indigestion)?

Answer 3

Indigestion.

Question 4

True or False. For Pilots, regular exercise to promote physical fitness is important?

Answer 4

True.

Question 5

Why Pilots need to drink more water when flying?

Answer 5

Due to the air being drier than at sea level.

Question 6

Name the three most damaging poisons in cigarette smoke?

Answer 6

• Nicotine.
• Tar.
• Carbon Monoxide.

Question 7

A headache can affect Pilot performance by causing (blurred vision/decreased concentration)?

Answer 7

Decreased Concentration.

Question 8

True or False. Pregnant women should cease flying six months pregnant or when recommended by a DAME?

Answer 8

True.

Question 9

Name the three major, and common, emotional factors that can affect Pilot performance?

Answer 9

• Anxiety.
• Depression.
• Fear.

Question 10

CASA recommends at least (24 hours/8 hours) on the ground after giving blood?

Answer 10

24 hours.

Question 11

Name three adverse brain effects of alcohol on Pilot proficiency/performance?

Answer 11

• Judgement.
• Coordination.
• Reaction Time.
• Attention to Detail.
• Comprehension.
• Reasoning.
• Memory.

Question 12

Most alcohol is eliminated from the body via the (kidney as urine/metabolic process)?

Answer 12

Metabolic Process.

Question 13

The adverse side effects of lack of coordination and increased risk-taking, aggression and disorientation can result from prolonged use or higher doses of (amphetamines/antihistamines)?

Answer 13

Amphetamines.

Question 14

Tranquillisers cause (drowsiness/blurred vision)?

Answer 14

Drowsiness.

Question 15

An over-the-counter drug is found in some (indigestion/cough or allergy) remedies?

Answer 15

Cough or Allergy.

Question 16

What is the most common cause of Pilot incapacitation in flight?

Answer 16

Food Poisoning.

Question 17

True or False. Pilot do not need a clearance to fly from a DAME provided they are taking an over-the-counter drug?

Answer 17

False.

Question 18

True or False. Even with a BAC of Zero, the hangover effect can last from 48 to 72 hours?

Answer 18

True.

Question 19

Over-confidence in skill not matched with increase in ability; aggressive and dangerous behaviour; impaired ability to react appropriately; sudden onset of sleep as the drug wears off – these are all adverse side effects of (cocaine/ecstasy)?

Answer 19

Cocaine.

Question 20

Which of the main psychoactive drugs cause psychomotor and performance-reducing effect that are dose dependent and increase with increasing degree of difficulty of the task?

Answer 20

Cannabis.

Question 21

A diet that is (mainly protein/balanced) promotes good health – essential for optimal Pilot performance?

Answer 21

Balanced.

Question 22

A condition in which both the rate and depth of breathing increases is called (hypoxia/hyperventilation)?

Answer 22

Hyperventilation.

Question 23

List five of the more important hangover symptoms that may affect flying performance?

Answer 23

• Headache.
• Dizziness.
• Fatigue.
• Nausea.
• Irritability.
• Impaired Judgement.

Question 24

True or False. The higher the BAC when drinking finishes, the worse the hangover symptoms?

Answer 24

True.

Question 25

List three common adverse effects from using antihistamines?

Answer 25

• Drowsiness.
• Blurred Vision.
• Impaired Information Processing.

Question 26

List five common symptoms of hyperventilation?

Answer 26

• Tingling Sensation in the Skin.
• Dizziness.
• Headache.
• Increased Pulse Rate.
• Muscle Spasms.
• Visual Disturbance.
• Hot/Cold Feelings.

Question 27

True or False. Illicit and non-illicit psychoactive drugs interact with the central nervous system and cause alterations to a person’s consciousness, emotions, perceptions and behaviours that are generally described as depressant, stimulant or hallucinogenic?

Answer 27

True.

Question 28

During hyperventilation, too much (oxygen/carbon dioxide) is flushed from the lungs causing a chemical imbalance in the blood?

Answer 28

Carbon Dioxide.

Question 29

How can hyperventilation be remedied?

Answer 29

By slowing down the rate of breathing.

Question 30

If you are flying solo at 5,000 feet and you experience tingling sensations in the hands and lips, dizziness, dull headache and an increased pulse rate, what medical condition should you suspect and what action would you take (2)?

Answer 30

• Hyperventilation.

- Resume normal breathing by talking aloud at a normal pace.