Module 8 Drug Abuse & Alcoholism

Question 1

T or F: An employer may require a driver to disclose use of therapeutic drugs.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

What is waiting period for driver recently started on Modafinil?

Answer 2

6 weeks after initiation

Question 3

What is maximum certification for driver who is successfully treated for alcoholism?

Answer 3

2 years

Question 4

Is ongoing voluntary attendance at self-help groups (e.g. 12 step) for recovery maintenance a disqualifying condition?

Answer 4

No.

Question 5

What is waiting period for anti-coagulation for a cardiovascular condition.

Answer 5

1 month after initiation.

Question 6

Is anti-coagulation for cerebrovascular condition disqualifying?

Answer 6

Yes.

Question 7

What is maximum certification for anti-depressant (non-first generation) medication?

Answer 7

1 year.

Question 8

Is use of first generation anti-depressant medication (e.g. Tofranil, Elavil) disqualifying?

Answer 8

Yes.

Question 9

Is chronic use of hypnotic meds disqualifying?

Answer 9

Yes.

Question 10

What type of hynotic meds are used and for what duration?

Answer 10

Short-acting and maximum of 2 weeks.

Question 11

May driver be certified if using CNS stimulant for narcolepsy?

Answer 11

No.