What should the doctor ask if "CVD" is checked "yes" - ANSWER--hx of CVD, syncope, dyspnea, CHF, angina, etc.
- if s/s are present, the driver must be cleared by a cardiologist before being certified
- if current dx of
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What should the doctor ask if "CVD" is checked "yes" - ANSWER--hx of CVD, syncope, dyspnea, CHF, angina, etc.
- if s/s are present, the driver must be cleared by a cardiologist before being certified
- if current dx of CVD, consult with their current physician and obtain documentation.
What should the doctor ask if "heart surgery" is checked "yes" - ANSWER--obtain heart surgery information including pertinent operative reports. it is mandatory to get documentation from the cardiologist prior to certification.
- don't certify any driver with an ICD/pacemaker
What should the doctor ask if "high blood pressure" is checked "yes" - ANSWER-make sure the medication isn't effecting the driver
make sure it hasn't caused any organ damage including CVD
What should the doctor ask if "musculoskeletal disease" is checked "yes" - ANSWER- check that the disease or medication wont cause sudden incapacitating effects on the driver.
What should the doctor ask if "kidney disease" is checked "yes" - ANSWER-ask about renal failure, they cannot drive if on dialysis
What should the doctor ask if "DM or elevated blood sugar" is checked "yes" - ANSWER-Ask about tx: diet, meds, byetta, or insulin
If type I DM the me must finish the exam and check "meets standard but periodic monitoring is mandatory". due to "insulin tx". one year max cert, must be accompanied by a waiver.
What should the doctor ask if "missing or impaired lime/digit" is checked "yes" - ANSWER-remember that an SPE is required for fixed deficits of the extremities.
What should the doctor ask if "alcohol abuse" is checked "yes" - ANSWER-utilize CAGE questionnaire, refer to specialist if needed
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