NRCME - National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners Diabetes Mellitus Standards Questions and Answers

Question 1

A CMV driver with newly diagnosed insulin-treated diabetes mellitus (ITDM) has stabilized their condition.
According to FMCSA standards, what is the primary requirement before the Certified Medical Examiner (CME) can consider certification?

Accepted Answer

The driver must have their treating clinician complete the Insulin-Treated Diabetes Mellitus Assessment Form, MCSA-5870.

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The driver must complete a mandatory 6-month waiting period without any hypoglycemic events.

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The driver must first obtain a Skills Performance Evaluation (SPE) certificate.

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The driver must be evaluated by an FMCSA-appointed endocrinologist.

Question 2

A 55-year-old driver with type 2 diabetes, managed effectively with diet and an oral medication (metformin), presents for a recertification exam. He has no evidence of target organ damage and his blood sugar logs show good control. What is the maximum certification period for this driver?

Accepted Answer

1 year

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6 months

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2 years

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3 months

Question 3

Which of the following findings related to diabetic retinopathy is considered an absolute and permanent disqualification for a commercial motor vehicle driver?

Accepted Answer

Severe nonproliferative or proliferative diabetic retinopathy.

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Mild background diabetic retinopathy.

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A history of laser photocoagulation therapy.

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Absence of retinopathy but a diagnosis of diabetes for over 10 years.

Question 4

A driver with insulin-treated diabetes mellitus (ITDM) had a severe hypoglycemic episode, defined as requiring the assistance of another person, one month ago. What is the correct determination for their current certification status?

Accepted Answer

The driver is disqualified and prohibited from operating a CMV.

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The driver can be certified for 3 months if their treating clinician provides a clearance letter.

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The driver can be certified for a maximum of 6 months after a one-month waiting period.

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The driver is qualified if they now have a continuous glucose monitor (CGM).

Question 5

To be eligible for the maximum 12-month medical certificate, a driver with insulin-treated diabetes mellitus (ITDM) must provide their treating clinician with what minimum duration of blood glucose self-monitoring records?

Accepted Answer

The preceding 3 months of records.

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The preceding 1 month of records.

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The preceding 6 months of records.

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The preceding 12 months of records.

Question 6

A CMV driver is well-managed on an insulin pump for Type 1 diabetes. During a recertification exam, the medical examiner counsels him on safe driving practices. Which of the following is a key FMCSA recommendation for blood glucose monitoring while on duty?

Accepted Answer

Test blood glucose before driving and approximately every 2 to 4 hours while driving.

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Test blood glucose only when symptoms of hypoglycemia occur.

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Test blood glucose once before starting a shift and again at the end.

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Test blood glucose levels at least every 6 hours while driving.