The CME's Guide to the D. O. T. Physical Exam 2015

Download or read book The CME's Guide to the D. O. T. Physical Exam 2015 written by David Thorpe and published by . This book was released on 2015-07-01 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The CME's Guide to the DOT Physical Exam is the most current and comprehensive manual available for Certified Medical Examiners who perform Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examinations. This is the premier source for guidance on the medical qualification determination of a commercial truck driver.This indexed, 308 page reference guide includes illustrations throughout, and contains: The most current regulations, guidance and advisory criteria for all medical conditions identified by the FMCSA; and, A pharmacology section on modifying and disqualifying medications, "Best Practice" advice and direction that has been provided by the FMCSA for medical conditions not regulated, an Epworth Sleepiness Questionnaire and other useful tools, practice scenarios, and much more! Bonus sections are included on the business of drug and alcohol testing, and marketing your DOT services; and,An appendix containing contact information for all state and federal agencies pertinent to working in this specialty. Dr. David Thorpe publishes revisions and new information when changes occur within federal regulations and advisory criteria, and to reflect best practice solutions to not-so-common problems, pharmacology updates, updated state and federal contact information and other useful tools so that readers can always have the most up-to-date and cutting edge reference guide.