Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

TACDL-DUI Detection > SFST Certification Exam Prep > Flashcards

SFST Certification Exam Prep Flashcards

1
Q

What are the 3 SFST tests in order which they are administered?

A

The 3 SFSTs are:
1) Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN)
2) Walk and Turn (WAT)
3) One Leg Stand (OLS)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What is the definition of Nystagmus?

A

Nystagmus is the involuntary jerking of the eye

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

What is the definition of HGN?

A

HGN is the involuntary jerking of the eye, occurring as the eyes gaze to the side

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What are the 2 components of HGN?

A

The 2 components of HGN are:
1) Medical Assessment
2) Alcohol Assessment

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What are 3 validated clues for HGN?

A

The 3 validated clues for HGN are:
1) Lack of Smooth Pursuit
2) Distinct and Sustained Nystagmus at Maximum Deviation
3) Onset of Nystagmus Prior to 45º

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

How many total clues are possible for HGN testing?

A

6 total, possible clues for HGN (3 each eye)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

How many HGN clues are needed for recommending arrest?

A

At least 4 of 6 possible HGN clues are needed for recommending arrest

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

What BAC is associated with Lack of Smooth Pursuit?

A

.04 or higher BAC is associated with Lack of Smooth Pursuit

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What BAC is associated with Distinct and Sustained Nystagmus at Maximum Deviation?

A

.08 or higher BAC is associated with Distinct and Sustained Nystagmus at Maximum Deviation

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

What BAC is associated with Onset of Nystagmus Prior to 45º?

A

.10 or higher BAC is associated with Onset of Nystagmus Prior to 45º

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

What are 2 Divided Attention Test?

A

The WAT and OLS are 2 Divided Attention Tests

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

What are the stages of WAT?

A

The 2 stages of WAT are?
1) Instruction Stage
2) Walking Stage

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

How many clues are possible in the First Stage of the WAT and name the clues?

A

2 clues are possible in the WAT Instruction Stage:
1) Starts Too Soon
2) Cannot Maintain Balance

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

How many clues are possible in the Second Stage of the WAT and name the clues?

A

6 clues are possible in the WAT Walking Stage (S.H.O.R.T.S.):
1) Stops off the line
2) Heel to toe - does not touch H2T
3) Off line - steps off line
4) Raises arms for balance
5) Turns improperly - loses balance turning
6) Steps - wrong number of steps

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

How many clues are needed for arrest in WAT and what is the associated with BAC?

A

2 or more clues in the WAT are needed for arrest and are associated with .08 BAC

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

What are the stages of OLS?

A

There are 2 stages of the OLS:
1) Instruction Stage
2) Balance and Counting Stage

17
Q

How many clues are possible in the First Stage of the OLS and name the clues?

A

0 (zero) possible clues in the Instruction Stage of the OLS

18
Q

How many clues are possible in the Second Stage of the OLS and name the clues?

A

There are 4 possible clues in the Balance and Counting Stage of the OLS (P.U.S.H.):
1) Puts foot down
2) Uses arm(s) for balance
3) Sways
4) Hopping

19
Q

How many clues are needed for arrest in OLS and what is the associated with BAC?

A

2 or more clues in the OLS are needed for arrest and are associated with .08 BAC

20
Q

Define Divided Attention Test

A

A Divided Attention Test: Concentrating on more than one thing at a time (mental tasks and physical tasks)

21
Q

What type of alcohol is found in alcoholic beverages?

A

Ethanol is the type of alcohol found in alcoholic beverages

22
Q

What is the “illegal per se” law?

A

The “illegal per se” law makes it an offense to operate a vehicle while having a statutorily prohibited BAC

23
Q

A good, structured field sobriety tests is:

A

A good, structured field sobriety test is simple and divided the subject’s attention

24
Q

What is the difference in Clue and Cue?

A

Clue: What officer test for?
Cue: What officer observes; Officer does not test for cues

25
Q

What are the Phases of DUI detection?

A

There are 3 Phases of DUI detection:
1) Phase 1: Vehicle In Motion
2) Phase 2: Personal Contact
3) Phase 3: SFST

26
Q

In Phase 1 of DUI Detection, what is the principal question for the officer?

A

The principal question for the officer in the Vehicle In Motion Phase (Phase 1) of DUI Detection is:
Should I stop?

27
Q

How many total cues are there in Phase 1 of DUI detection?

A

There are 30 possible cues in the Vehicle In Motion Phase of DUI detection (24 prior to command to stop; 6 after command to stop)

28
Q

In Phase 2 of DUI Detection, what is the principal question for the officer?

A

The principal question for the officer in the Personal Contact Phase (Phase 2) of DUI detection is:
Should I instruct the driver to exit the vehicle?

29
Q

How many total cues are there in Phase 2 of DUI detection?

A

There are 28 possible cues in the Personal Contact Phase of DUI detection (12 cues from sight; 5 cues from hearing; 4 cues from smell; 7 cues from exit from vehicle)

30
Q

In Phase 3 of DUI Detection, what is the principal question for the officer?

A

The principal question for the officer in the SFST Phase (Phase 3) of DUI Detection is:
Should I arrest?

31
Q

The arrest decision is based on _____________ ?

A

The arrest decision is based on all evidence obtained during all three detection phases

32
Q

List SFSTs in order of reliability and provide percentage of reliability per San Diego field validation study

A

The most reliable SFST is HGN (88% reliable);
The OLS is more reliable (83% reliable) than the WAT (79% reliable)

33
Q

What is the most important instruction in administering a PBT?

A

When administering a Preliminary Breath Test, Do not permit the subject to put ANYTHING in their mouth for at least 15 to 20 minutes prior to testing

34
Q

Name the 8 typical stimulus capabilities required for driving?

A

The 8 typical stimulus capabilities required for driving are:
1) Information Processing
2) Short-term memory
3) Judgment and decision making
4) Balance
5) Steady, sure reations
6) Clear vision
7) Small muscle control
8) Coordination of limbs

TACDL-DUI Detection (1 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions