Vision Flashcards
A pt must have visual acuity of what in each eye
20/40
Visual field must be at least
70 degrees
Can a person be qualified if he cannot recognize light signal colors?
No. He must be able to recognize red, green, amber
T/F If a pt uses corrective lenses to test, he/she must use them when driving
TRUE
What type of vision impairment is an automatic disqualifier?
Monocular vision
How long is a person qualified for when they pass the vision testing portion?
2 years
Is there any way a person with monocular vision can be qualified?
Yes, if they qualify in every other way, they may apply for a federal vision exemption
An otherwise qualified person with a federal exception for vision may be certified for how long?
1 year
What should be marked on the record of a person with a federal exception for vision?
“Accompanied by” then “vision”
What are 4 eye conditions but an examiner ask a pt about and, if indicated, request specialist evaluation?
Retinopathy, Cataracts, Aphakia, Glaucoma
T/F A pt with monocular vision may apply for a federal vision exemption if they otherwise qualify
FALSE
How long can someone be certified with corrective lenses if otherwise qualified?
2 years
T/F An optometrist, ophthalmologist, medical examiner, and neurologist can all certify vision results.
FALSE. A neurologist cannot certify vision results. All the others can.
What colors must a driver be able to identify correctly in order to be considered fit to drive?
Red, green, yellow (colors of standard traffic signals).
T/F Medical examiners may use discretion with vision testing when determining whether or not a driver may be qualified.
FALSE.