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TBI is classified by depth of dural penetration and duration of loss of consciousness. The three classes are: {Ans: Severe head injury penetrates the dura and causes a loss of consciousness lasting longer than 24 hours. There is a high risk for unprovoked seizures, and the risk does not diminish over time. Moderate head injury does not penetrate the dura but causes a loss of consciousness lasting longer than 30 minutes, but less than 24 hours. Mild head injury has no dural penetration or loss of consciousness and lasts for fewer than 30 minutes. Be sure to distinguish mild TBI with or without early seizures. The length of time an individual is seizure-free and off anticonvulsant medication is considered the best predictor of future risk for seizures.}Certification/Recertification - Allergic Rhinitis. {Ans: Waiting period: No recommended time frame. The driver should abstain from antihistamine medications for at least 12 hours prior to driving. Recommend not to certify if the driver has complications and/or treatment that impairs function, including severe conjunctivitis affecting vision. Inability to keep eyes open. Photophobia. Uncontrollable sneezing fits. Sinusitis with severe headaches. Medications that cause sedation or other side effects that interfere with safe driving. Symptoms