Module 2 Flashcards
If a driver reports symptoms consistent with undiagnosed CVD, you should refer them to see a specialist and certify them. True/False
False
As a medical examiner, you are:
a) Examining for medical fitness for duty
b) Diagnosing
c) Treating personal medical conditions
d) All of the above
A) Examining for medical fitness for duty
A complete physical examination is only required for a “New” certification. True/False
False
The medical examiner comments overview, at minimum, should include: nature of a positive history and the effect on a driving ability and discussion about medication and/or treatment effects & side effects that might interfere with driving ability. True/False
True
By signing the medical examination report form, the driver certifies that information is “complete and true” and Acknowledges that providing inaccurate or false information or omitting information could: (1) invalidate the examination and any certificate issued on it and (2) result in levy of a civil penalty against the driver under 49 U.S.C. 521 (b)(2)(B). True/False
True
Who must review the data entered into the driver information data fields to be sure information is legible and the section is complete?
a) Assistive Personnel
b) Driver
c) Medical Review Officer
d) Medical Examiner
D) Medical Examiner
Who is responsible for ensuring that the driver meets the 21 years of age requirement before driving an interstate commercial motor vehicle (CMV)?
a) Driver
b) Medical Examiner
c) Motor Carrier
d) Medical Review Officer (MRO)
c) Motor Carrier
A driver who is on dialysis may drive. True/False
False
The medical examiner does not have the authority to disqualify a driver if he/she believes that the medication the driver is taking adversly impacts the ability to safely operate a CMV. True/False
False
