CDW110 EXAMS 3 ACTUAL TEST 2026
QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ A 21-year-old driver presents with a history of ADHD for 10 years,
taking stable dosing of Adderall. He describes no side effects. Which
of the following is true?
a. A significant percentage of individuals with adult ADHD show a
moderate to marked degree of improvement on central nervous
system stimulant medication.
b. ADHD is a disqualifying condition.
c. Adderall is a Schedule 1 drug.
d. Medical Examiners should test for serum drug levels of Adderall.
Answer: A significant percentage of individuals with adult ADHD
show a moderate to marked degree of improvement on central
nervous system stimulant medication
◉ Which of the following is the most important examination finding
that requires additional evaluation?
a. Acrochordon.
b. Hyperopia.
c. Palpable calf cords.
d. Verruca vulgaris. Answer: Palpable calf cords
,◉ The driver reports taking Digoxin. What findings would raise the
most significant concerns regarding certification?
a. Arrhythmias.
b. Anorexia.
c. Nausea and vomiting.
d. Diarrhea. Answer: Arrhythmias.
◉ The driver is taking theophylline. Which of the following is not
true?
a. Serum levels may be checked.
b. The primary indication for theophylline is in the treatment of
neurological conditions.
c. Cardiac toxicity is a significant risk of theophylline use.
d. Theophylline can be administered orally or intravenously (IV
Answer: The primary indication for theophylline is in the treatment
of neurological conditions.
◉ The driver is taking Celexa and melatonin. The Medical Examiner
should:
a. Advise the driver to only take these medications more than 12
hours before driving.
b. Advise the driver to stop melatonin as it can cause drowsiness.
c. Recommend an alternative to Celexa.
,d. Advise the driver to discuss benzodiazepines as an alternative
treatment. with the driver's prescribing provider Answer: Advise the
driver to only take these medications more than 12 hours before
driving.
◉ The driver tells the Medical Examiner he has recently been
prescribed contact lenses. He notes that after 3-4 hours of use the
contacts cause irritation and he has to take them out. The driver
passes the vision test only with contacts and does not have
eyeglasses. The Medical Examiner should:
a. Advise the driver to carry a spare pair of contact lenses.
b. Certify the driver wearing corrective lenses.
c. Refer the driver for evaluation under the Alternative Vision
Qualification standard.
d. Certify the driver without qualifications Answer: Certify the driver
wearing corrective lenses.
◉ The driver does not indicate any medical conditions on health
history. During the exam the Medical Examiner notes the presence of
a hearing aid in one ear. The driver says that he doesn't need the
hearing aid to drive and doesn't think it should be required. The next
step for the Medical Examiner is:
a. Test the driver's hearing without the hearing aid.
, b. Examine the driver's ears.
c. Refer the driver for hearing assessment by a specialist with
specialized audiometric testing capabilities for testing drivers while
wearing a hearing aid. d. Certify the driver with the qualification
"wearing hearing aid Answer: Test the driver's hearing without the
hearing aid.
◉ A driver has an indication for obtaining a cardiac stress test. If the
driver is not taking a beta blocker, what is the percentage of
maximum heart rate that the driver should meet to indicate a
satisfactory stress test:
a. 60%.
b. 75%.
c. 85%.
d. 100%. Answer: 85%
◉ The driver is missing the 4th finger of his right hand. The Medical
Examiner should:
a. Refer for orthopedic evaluation.
b. Indicate the driver will need a SPE Certificate.
c. Test the driver's grasp and prehension.
QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ A 21-year-old driver presents with a history of ADHD for 10 years,
taking stable dosing of Adderall. He describes no side effects. Which
of the following is true?
a. A significant percentage of individuals with adult ADHD show a
moderate to marked degree of improvement on central nervous
system stimulant medication.
b. ADHD is a disqualifying condition.
c. Adderall is a Schedule 1 drug.
d. Medical Examiners should test for serum drug levels of Adderall.
Answer: A significant percentage of individuals with adult ADHD
show a moderate to marked degree of improvement on central
nervous system stimulant medication
◉ Which of the following is the most important examination finding
that requires additional evaluation?
a. Acrochordon.
b. Hyperopia.
c. Palpable calf cords.
d. Verruca vulgaris. Answer: Palpable calf cords
,◉ The driver reports taking Digoxin. What findings would raise the
most significant concerns regarding certification?
a. Arrhythmias.
b. Anorexia.
c. Nausea and vomiting.
d. Diarrhea. Answer: Arrhythmias.
◉ The driver is taking theophylline. Which of the following is not
true?
a. Serum levels may be checked.
b. The primary indication for theophylline is in the treatment of
neurological conditions.
c. Cardiac toxicity is a significant risk of theophylline use.
d. Theophylline can be administered orally or intravenously (IV
Answer: The primary indication for theophylline is in the treatment
of neurological conditions.
◉ The driver is taking Celexa and melatonin. The Medical Examiner
should:
a. Advise the driver to only take these medications more than 12
hours before driving.
b. Advise the driver to stop melatonin as it can cause drowsiness.
c. Recommend an alternative to Celexa.
,d. Advise the driver to discuss benzodiazepines as an alternative
treatment. with the driver's prescribing provider Answer: Advise the
driver to only take these medications more than 12 hours before
driving.
◉ The driver tells the Medical Examiner he has recently been
prescribed contact lenses. He notes that after 3-4 hours of use the
contacts cause irritation and he has to take them out. The driver
passes the vision test only with contacts and does not have
eyeglasses. The Medical Examiner should:
a. Advise the driver to carry a spare pair of contact lenses.
b. Certify the driver wearing corrective lenses.
c. Refer the driver for evaluation under the Alternative Vision
Qualification standard.
d. Certify the driver without qualifications Answer: Certify the driver
wearing corrective lenses.
◉ The driver does not indicate any medical conditions on health
history. During the exam the Medical Examiner notes the presence of
a hearing aid in one ear. The driver says that he doesn't need the
hearing aid to drive and doesn't think it should be required. The next
step for the Medical Examiner is:
a. Test the driver's hearing without the hearing aid.
, b. Examine the driver's ears.
c. Refer the driver for hearing assessment by a specialist with
specialized audiometric testing capabilities for testing drivers while
wearing a hearing aid. d. Certify the driver with the qualification
"wearing hearing aid Answer: Test the driver's hearing without the
hearing aid.
◉ A driver has an indication for obtaining a cardiac stress test. If the
driver is not taking a beta blocker, what is the percentage of
maximum heart rate that the driver should meet to indicate a
satisfactory stress test:
a. 60%.
b. 75%.
c. 85%.
d. 100%. Answer: 85%
◉ The driver is missing the 4th finger of his right hand. The Medical
Examiner should:
a. Refer for orthopedic evaluation.
b. Indicate the driver will need a SPE Certificate.
c. Test the driver's grasp and prehension.
