Chuck is a CMV driver who presents for recertification. He has a history of frequent
ear infections in childhood. He had multiple tympanic membrane ruptures and
infections in elementary school and into his middle-school years. He has "always"
been "hard of hearing" in his left ear. On exam you note his L tympanic membrane
is scarred and misshapen and he has post-nasal drainage. Which of the following is
the appropriate procedure and/or determination for this driver:
a. Whisper test L ear - 3 feet, R ear - 5 feet, he passes the hearing exam and is
issued a 2 year certificate.
b. Whisper test L ear - 3 feet, R ear - 5 feet, he passes the hearing exam but is
issued a 3 month certificate to follow up on the post nasal drainage as this
could affect his hearing.
c. Whisper test L ear - 3 feet, R ear - 5 feet, he passes the hearing exam and is
issued a 3 month certificate pending ENT evaluation.
d. Whisper test L ear - 3 feet, R ear - 5 feet, order audiometry exam.