CMC Vehicle Modifications & Driving Assessment

Question 1

What is the role of a Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS) in the mobility consultation process?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate a client's ability to drive and recommend vehicle modifications

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To sell vehicles to clients with disabilities

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To provide insurance quotes for modified vehicles

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To repair damaged mobility equipment

Question 2

What type of vehicle modification allows a wheelchair user to drive from their wheelchair?

Accepted Answer

Lowered floor minivan with wheelchair docking system

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Standard car with hand controls only

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Pickup truck with a lift gate

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Motorcycle with a sidecar

Question 3

What are hand controls in vehicle modification?

Accepted Answer

Devices that allow acceleration and braking to be controlled by hand instead of foot

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Controls for adjusting the car's radio and climate

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Steering wheel covers for better grip

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Handles mounted on the exterior of the vehicle

Question 4

What must be verified before recommending a wheelchair-accessible vehicle conversion?

Accepted Answer

The client's wheelchair dimensions, weight, and the vehicle's weight capacity

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Only the client's preferred vehicle color

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The vehicle's fuel economy rating

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The client's driving history exclusively

Question 5

What is a spinner knob used for in adapted driving?

Accepted Answer

A device attached to the steering wheel allowing single-hand steering

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A device that spins the tires for traction testing

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A cup holder attachment for the steering column

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A decorative accessory for the dashboard

Question 6

What federal law governs vehicle modifications for individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS)

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Only state-level traffic laws

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The Fair Housing Act exclusively

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The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)