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Impairment Recognition Flashcards

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  1. When conducting the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) test, at what angle from center is the DRE evaluating for onset of nystagmus prior to 45 degrees?

    Answer: 30 degrees

    Onset of nystagmus before 45 degrees from center is a key HGN clue, typically occurring around 30 degrees in impaired individuals.

  2. A subject evaluated by a DRE has a body temperature of 95.2°F. This finding of hypothermia is MOST associated with which drug category?

    Answer: Narcotic Analgesics

    Narcotic analgesics can cause hypothermia due to their CNS depressant effects on thermoregulation.

  3. During a DRE evaluation, a subject's conjunctivae appear red, pulse is 90 bpm, and the subject reports time as moving slowly. Which category does this BEST support?

    Answer: Cannabis

    Cannabis commonly causes reddened conjunctivae, a mildly elevated pulse, and a slow internal clock (time distortion).

  4. Which of the following is NOT one of the seven drug categories recognized in the DRE program?

    Answer: Antidepressants

    Antidepressants are not one of the seven DRE drug categories; the program does not include a specific antidepressant category.

  5. A DRE officer notices a subject is drooling, has a slow pulse of 52 bpm, constricted pupils, and is extremely drowsy. Which drug category is MOST likely?

    Answer: Narcotic Analgesics

    Narcotic analgesics classically produce miosis (constricted pupils), decreased pulse, drowsiness, and drooling.

  6. In the DRE 12-step protocol, the toxicological examination (Step 12) requires collection of which specimen?

    Answer: Blood, urine, or other appropriate sample

    Step 12 requires collection of blood, urine, or other appropriate toxicological sample to confirm the DRE's opinion.

  7. Which divided attention test requires the subject to count a specific number of steps, turn, and return while the officer counts aloud?

    Answer: Walk and Turn

    The Walk and Turn test requires the subject to take a specific number of heel-to-toe steps, turn, and return on a line.