DOT Exam Questions &Complete Correct Answers .Graded A+
Who can the DOT exam be administered to?
Anyone who requests the exam, regardless of age
Who is responsible for ensuring the driver meets the minimum age requirement of 21 years old?
Motor carrier
When should a BP be confirmed with a second measurement during the exam?
Any BP 140/90 or greater
What BP readings may be used for certification decisions?
Only BP readings taken during the DOT physical exam
What is stage 1 hypertension?
140-159/90-99
What is stage 2 hypertension?
160-179/100-109
What is stage 3 hypertension?
Greater than 180/110
In what two scenarios would a one-time three month certificate be granted?
When the driver has a BP reading that indicates stage 2 hypertension
OR
A driver that was certified with stage 1 hypertension has not achieved BP less than 140/90 at
recertification
How can a driver pass the forced whisper test?
Perceive the forced whisper in ONE ear at a distance of 5 feet or more
How can a driver pass the audiometric test?
Not have an average hearing loss in ONE ear greater than 40 decibels at 500 Hz, 1,000 Hz, and 2,000 Hz
When should both hearing tests be administered to a driver?
When the driver fails the initial hearing test
How can a driver's hearing be tested for certification?
By administering either the forced whisper or audiometric test
When should medical examiner need to complete an online MCSA-5850 form?
,When an exam is performed on a driver - Must submit by midnight of the next calendar day
AND
Must report if no exams are performed during a calendar month
Who should the medical examiner's certificate be given to?
The original is given to the driver
A copy may be given to the employer upon request
How long must a medical examiner retain driver medical records for?
3 years
Can work restrictions be given as part of certification?
No
What should be done when a driver returns after being given a 3 month certificate that is nearing
expiration?
Perform an entirely new DOT exam
Medical examiners are not required to issue certificates to:
Canadian or Mexican CDL holders
Who is responsible for determining when a driver's new medical condition or injury warrants a new
certification exam?
The motor carrier
Eye examination includes assessing which four things?
Distant acuity
Binocular acuity
Horizontal field of vision / Peripheral vision
Ability to distinguish colors
What is the only portion of the DOT exam that can be performed and certified by a provider other than a
medical examiner?
Vision
What is monocular vision?
When the visual acuity requirements are met in only one eye
What is monovision?
When one eye is corrected for distance and the other eye is corrected for near vision
Are monovision or monocular visions disqualifying?
No
, Can a driver with one prosthetic eye be certified?
Yes - As long as they pass the visual exam with their other eye
How can a driver with monocular vision obtained a passing certificate?
Visit an ophthalmologist to have a vision evaluation form completed
THEN
Visit a medical examiner within 45 days of being cleared by ophthalmology for a full DOT exam
What if a driver with monocular vision arrives for their DOT exam without the vision evaluation form
completed by an ophthalmologist?
Cannot certify until cleared by ophthalmology and the form is completed
What is an early symptom of cataracts?
Glare during night driving when approaching oncoming headlights
What is the treatment for cataracts?
Surgical removal and placement of an intraocular lens
Can a driver with telescopic lenses for treatment of macular degeneration be certified?
No
Can a driver use a hearing aid to pass the forced whisper test?
Yes, but they must wear the hearing aid while driving
If a driver has a hearing aid or cochlear implant and fails the initial forced whisper test, what should be
recommended?
An audiologist or hearing aid center should perform the audiometric test using appropriate equipment
In order to pass the vision test, a driver must have a binocular acuity of at least ________:
20/40
In order to pass the vision test, a driver must have distant acuity of at least ________ in each eye:
20/40
In order to pass the vision test, a driver must have a horizontal field of vision of at least ________ in
each eye:
70 degrees (Can be greater than 70 degrees but not less)
In order to pass the vision test, a driver must be able to distinguish which colors?
Red, amber, and green
Name the four passing requirements for the vision exam:
Who can the DOT exam be administered to?
Anyone who requests the exam, regardless of age
Who is responsible for ensuring the driver meets the minimum age requirement of 21 years old?
Motor carrier
When should a BP be confirmed with a second measurement during the exam?
Any BP 140/90 or greater
What BP readings may be used for certification decisions?
Only BP readings taken during the DOT physical exam
What is stage 1 hypertension?
140-159/90-99
What is stage 2 hypertension?
160-179/100-109
What is stage 3 hypertension?
Greater than 180/110
In what two scenarios would a one-time three month certificate be granted?
When the driver has a BP reading that indicates stage 2 hypertension
OR
A driver that was certified with stage 1 hypertension has not achieved BP less than 140/90 at
recertification
How can a driver pass the forced whisper test?
Perceive the forced whisper in ONE ear at a distance of 5 feet or more
How can a driver pass the audiometric test?
Not have an average hearing loss in ONE ear greater than 40 decibels at 500 Hz, 1,000 Hz, and 2,000 Hz
When should both hearing tests be administered to a driver?
When the driver fails the initial hearing test
How can a driver's hearing be tested for certification?
By administering either the forced whisper or audiometric test
When should medical examiner need to complete an online MCSA-5850 form?
,When an exam is performed on a driver - Must submit by midnight of the next calendar day
AND
Must report if no exams are performed during a calendar month
Who should the medical examiner's certificate be given to?
The original is given to the driver
A copy may be given to the employer upon request
How long must a medical examiner retain driver medical records for?
3 years
Can work restrictions be given as part of certification?
No
What should be done when a driver returns after being given a 3 month certificate that is nearing
expiration?
Perform an entirely new DOT exam
Medical examiners are not required to issue certificates to:
Canadian or Mexican CDL holders
Who is responsible for determining when a driver's new medical condition or injury warrants a new
certification exam?
The motor carrier
Eye examination includes assessing which four things?
Distant acuity
Binocular acuity
Horizontal field of vision / Peripheral vision
Ability to distinguish colors
What is the only portion of the DOT exam that can be performed and certified by a provider other than a
medical examiner?
Vision
What is monocular vision?
When the visual acuity requirements are met in only one eye
What is monovision?
When one eye is corrected for distance and the other eye is corrected for near vision
Are monovision or monocular visions disqualifying?
No
, Can a driver with one prosthetic eye be certified?
Yes - As long as they pass the visual exam with their other eye
How can a driver with monocular vision obtained a passing certificate?
Visit an ophthalmologist to have a vision evaluation form completed
THEN
Visit a medical examiner within 45 days of being cleared by ophthalmology for a full DOT exam
What if a driver with monocular vision arrives for their DOT exam without the vision evaluation form
completed by an ophthalmologist?
Cannot certify until cleared by ophthalmology and the form is completed
What is an early symptom of cataracts?
Glare during night driving when approaching oncoming headlights
What is the treatment for cataracts?
Surgical removal and placement of an intraocular lens
Can a driver with telescopic lenses for treatment of macular degeneration be certified?
No
Can a driver use a hearing aid to pass the forced whisper test?
Yes, but they must wear the hearing aid while driving
If a driver has a hearing aid or cochlear implant and fails the initial forced whisper test, what should be
recommended?
An audiologist or hearing aid center should perform the audiometric test using appropriate equipment
In order to pass the vision test, a driver must have a binocular acuity of at least ________:
20/40
In order to pass the vision test, a driver must have distant acuity of at least ________ in each eye:
20/40
In order to pass the vision test, a driver must have a horizontal field of vision of at least ________ in
each eye:
70 degrees (Can be greater than 70 degrees but not less)
In order to pass the vision test, a driver must be able to distinguish which colors?
Red, amber, and green
Name the four passing requirements for the vision exam:
