Fmcsa Dot Physical Medical Examiner Test

If PFTs demonstrate FEV1 less than _____, FVC less than _____, or FEV1/FVC ratio less than _____, obtain _____? {Ans: FEV1: 65 FVC: 60 FEV1/FVC: 65 ABGs}Why do we worry about nephropathy? {Ans: Can cause cognitive impairment when in hot environments and dehydrated.}Other questions to ask if dx of HTN? {Ans: Contact information for the treating provider and a medical release form? •Symptoms related to or caused by high BP? •Limitations resulting from the disease or treatment? •Lifestyle risk factors, particularly modifiable behaviors and conditions (e.g., smoking, obesity, and/or lack of exercise)? •Uncontrolled hypertension while using three or more antihypertensive medications at close to maximum dosages? If the response is "yes," an evaluation for secondary hypertension may be appropriate.}Certifying aseptic meningitis? {Ans: No increased risk of seizures; may certify once resolved}Are you required to accept the medical insulin form? What are you supposed to decide {Ans: No. Must decide: -Maintaining stable insulin regimen? -Properly controlled DM? ("Non-compliant" or "No show" on medical records from TC demonstrates not following advice of TC) -Permanent DQ if severe prolif or non-profil retinopathy.}HgbA1C of 10? {Ans: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) greater than 10% is an indicator of poor blood