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CME Certified Federal Medical Examiner

Category - Driver Identification and History

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A 35-year-old male presents for examination. He indicates during his health history discussion that he frequently experiences shortness of breath (SOB) while sitting at home. He doesn’t experience SOB while driving. Is this person eligible for certification?
  1. Yes, SOB during rest times doesn’t affect the person’s ability to drive safely.
  2. No, SOB at either rest or during activity triggers the need for further evaluation and referral to a specialist for consultation and assessment.
  3. No, at his age SOB is not acceptable during rest times.
  4. Yes, as he doesn’t experience SOB while driving.
Explanation
Answer: B - No, SOB at either rest or during activity triggers the need for further evaluation and referral to a specialist for consultation and assessment.

This is the correct answer because according to FMCSA guidelines, a person who experiences shortness of breath (SOB) at any time (particularly during rest time) must be thoroughly evaluated by the medical examiner and referred to a specialist before they may undertake medical examination for the purpose of CMV driving.
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