DRE Project Planning & Execution 2

Question 1

When planning a DRE evaluation, which step must be completed BEFORE requesting a Drug Recognition Expert to conduct an examination?

Accepted Answer

Arrest the subject and rule out alcohol as the sole cause of impairment

Answer

The DRE process is initiated only after the subject has been arrested and alcohol has been ruled out as the sole cause of observed impairment.

Question 2

Which document serves as the primary planning and recording tool throughout the execution of a DRE evaluation?

Accepted Answer

The DRE Drug Influence Evaluation face sheet and continuation sheet

Answer

The DRE face sheet and continuation sheet provide a structured format for recording all 12 steps of the evaluation in sequence.

Question 3

During pre-evaluation planning, why should the DRE review the arresting officer's observations before beginning the examination?

Accepted Answer

To establish baseline context and avoid duplicating observations already documented

Answer

Reviewing the arresting officer's observations provides context and avoids redundancy, helping the DRE focus on clinical signs not yet documented.

Question 4

A DRE is preparing to evaluate a subject in a poorly lit detention facility. What is the most critical planning action before beginning the eye examinations?

Accepted Answer

Secure a suitable environment with controlled, adequate lighting

Answer

Proper lighting is essential for accurate pupillometry and detection of nystagmus; the examination room must be prepared before the eye exam steps begin.

Question 5

In executing the DRE 12-step protocol, what is the correct sequence for the vital signs segment?

Accepted Answer

Pulse, blood pressure, body temperature, muscle tone

Answer

IACP protocol specifies pulse rate, blood pressure, and body temperature as the vital signs cluster, assessed in that general order during Step 7.

(DRE) Drug Recognition Expert Certification Practice Test

(DRE) Drug Recognition Expert Certification Practice Test

DRE Project Planning & Execution 2