DOT Exam Study Guide Exam 2026
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5 Feet - Correct answer-A CMV driver must perceive a forced whispered voice in
the better eat at not less than ___ with or w/o a hearing aid
Audiogram - Correct answer-This test is performed only when the Forced Whisper
Test is failed in both ears
40 decibels - Correct answer-If tested by the use of an audiometric device, they
must not have an AVERAGE hearing loss in the better ear greater than ____ at
500Hz, 1000Hz, and 2000Hz
One - Correct answer-___ ear and two eyes certifies!
Audiologist - Correct answer-A driver with a hearing aid usually must go to an
____ or a hearing aid center for audiometry testing
2 Years - Correct answer-How long can a driver who meets the hearing
requirements in one ear be certified?
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,Acute and Peripheral Vesitbulopathy - Correct answer-Inflammation of the inner
ear that causes a sudden onset of vertigo. This requires a 2 month waiting period.
Benign Positional Vertigo - Correct answer-This occurs when a small piece of
bone-like calcium breaks free and floats inside the Eustachian tube sending
confusing messages to your brain about your body's position. This requires a 2-
month waiting period.
False - Correct answer-T/F It is OK to certify someone with Uncontrolled Vertigo,
Meniere's Disease, Labrythine Fistula, or Non-Functioning Labryinthes
Meniere's Disease - Correct answer-An inner ear disorder that affects balance and
hearing.
Labrythine Fistula - Correct answer-An abnormal opening in the bony capsule of
the inner ear resulting in the leakage of the peri lymph from the semicircular canals
of the middle ear.
Non-Functioning Labryinths - Correct answer-Loss of vestibular function in both
Labryinths leading to characteristic dysfunction in vision and balance. These
symptoms reflect how crucial our Labryinth sense is for generating proper reflexes
so that we can see clearly when we are moving and not lose our balance when we
are standing or walking.
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,Inner Ear - Correct answer-Another name for the Labryinth
Elevated Blood Pressure - Correct answer-1 or 2 readings greater than or equal to
140/90 on the same day
Hypertension - Correct answer-Two readings greater than or equal to 140/90 on
consecutive exams on two different days
The examiner - Correct answer-Who should remeasure abnormal BP and or pulse
rate or rhythm, especially if they are significant factors in determining
certification?
Even with the Sternum or right atrium of the driver - Correct answer-When
measuring a driver's BP they should sit in the chair for at least 5 min, back is
supported, legs are uncrossed, and feet are touching the ground. Support the drivers
arm at the elbow so the midpoint of the BP cuff is...
140-159/90-99 - Correct answer-Stage 1 HTN
1 year - Correct answer-How long can you certify someone who comes in for
certification for the first time and has Stage 1 HTN?
1 year on BP meds - Correct answer-If someone with Stage 1 HTN comes into the
clinic for recertification how long can you certify them for if they are on BP meds
and their BP is less than 140/90?
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, 1-2 years if not on any BP meds - Correct answer-If someone with Stage 1 HTN
comes into the clinic for recertification how long can you certify them for if they
are not on any BP meds?
1 time, 3 month certification card - Correct answer-If a patient with Stage 1 HTN
comes in for recertification and their BP is 140-159/90-99 what type of
certification would they receive?
1 year from the date of the of the complete exam - Correct answer-If a patient with
Stage one HTN who comes back in for a 3-month recheck and their BP is <140/90
how long can they be certified for?
160-179/100-109 - Correct answer-What is Stage 2 HTN?
3 months - Correct answer-When does a person need to come back to be seen with
Stage 2 HTN after their first exam for recertification?
1 year from the date of the complete exam - Correct answer-A person with Stage 2
HTN returns for their recheck exam after 3 months. How long can they be certified
if their BP is <140/90 and they are on BP meds?
1-2 years from the date of the complete exam - Correct answer-A person with
Stage 2 HTN returns for their recheck exam after 3 months. How long can they be
certified if their BP is <140/90 and they are not on BP meds?
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Questions and Answers 100% Pass
Guaranteed
5 Feet - Correct answer-A CMV driver must perceive a forced whispered voice in
the better eat at not less than ___ with or w/o a hearing aid
Audiogram - Correct answer-This test is performed only when the Forced Whisper
Test is failed in both ears
40 decibels - Correct answer-If tested by the use of an audiometric device, they
must not have an AVERAGE hearing loss in the better ear greater than ____ at
500Hz, 1000Hz, and 2000Hz
One - Correct answer-___ ear and two eyes certifies!
Audiologist - Correct answer-A driver with a hearing aid usually must go to an
____ or a hearing aid center for audiometry testing
2 Years - Correct answer-How long can a driver who meets the hearing
requirements in one ear be certified?
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,Acute and Peripheral Vesitbulopathy - Correct answer-Inflammation of the inner
ear that causes a sudden onset of vertigo. This requires a 2 month waiting period.
Benign Positional Vertigo - Correct answer-This occurs when a small piece of
bone-like calcium breaks free and floats inside the Eustachian tube sending
confusing messages to your brain about your body's position. This requires a 2-
month waiting period.
False - Correct answer-T/F It is OK to certify someone with Uncontrolled Vertigo,
Meniere's Disease, Labrythine Fistula, or Non-Functioning Labryinthes
Meniere's Disease - Correct answer-An inner ear disorder that affects balance and
hearing.
Labrythine Fistula - Correct answer-An abnormal opening in the bony capsule of
the inner ear resulting in the leakage of the peri lymph from the semicircular canals
of the middle ear.
Non-Functioning Labryinths - Correct answer-Loss of vestibular function in both
Labryinths leading to characteristic dysfunction in vision and balance. These
symptoms reflect how crucial our Labryinth sense is for generating proper reflexes
so that we can see clearly when we are moving and not lose our balance when we
are standing or walking.
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,Inner Ear - Correct answer-Another name for the Labryinth
Elevated Blood Pressure - Correct answer-1 or 2 readings greater than or equal to
140/90 on the same day
Hypertension - Correct answer-Two readings greater than or equal to 140/90 on
consecutive exams on two different days
The examiner - Correct answer-Who should remeasure abnormal BP and or pulse
rate or rhythm, especially if they are significant factors in determining
certification?
Even with the Sternum or right atrium of the driver - Correct answer-When
measuring a driver's BP they should sit in the chair for at least 5 min, back is
supported, legs are uncrossed, and feet are touching the ground. Support the drivers
arm at the elbow so the midpoint of the BP cuff is...
140-159/90-99 - Correct answer-Stage 1 HTN
1 year - Correct answer-How long can you certify someone who comes in for
certification for the first time and has Stage 1 HTN?
1 year on BP meds - Correct answer-If someone with Stage 1 HTN comes into the
clinic for recertification how long can you certify them for if they are on BP meds
and their BP is less than 140/90?
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, 1-2 years if not on any BP meds - Correct answer-If someone with Stage 1 HTN
comes into the clinic for recertification how long can you certify them for if they
are not on any BP meds?
1 time, 3 month certification card - Correct answer-If a patient with Stage 1 HTN
comes in for recertification and their BP is 140-159/90-99 what type of
certification would they receive?
1 year from the date of the of the complete exam - Correct answer-If a patient with
Stage one HTN who comes back in for a 3-month recheck and their BP is <140/90
how long can they be certified for?
160-179/100-109 - Correct answer-What is Stage 2 HTN?
3 months - Correct answer-When does a person need to come back to be seen with
Stage 2 HTN after their first exam for recertification?
1 year from the date of the complete exam - Correct answer-A person with Stage 2
HTN returns for their recheck exam after 3 months. How long can they be certified
if their BP is <140/90 and they are on BP meds?
1-2 years from the date of the complete exam - Correct answer-A person with
Stage 2 HTN returns for their recheck exam after 3 months. How long can they be
certified if their BP is <140/90 and they are not on BP meds?
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