A 47-year-old female admits to being diagnosed with asthma 7 years ago and that she's using a Ventolininhaler for at least 5 timesaday. She was hospitalized 3 times in the past year as a result of her condition. Is this person qualified to be a CMV driver, and why?
A)Yes, her asthma condition is well controlled by Ventolin inhalers, thus not affecting her ability to drive safely.
B)Yes, regardless of its severity, asthma is not a disqualifying condition.
C)No, this person's health history indicates a chronic respiratory dysfunction, which may interfere in her ability to drive safely.
D)No, Ventolin inhalers are classified as a habit-forming narcotic medication.

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No, this person's health history indicates a chronic respiratory dysfunction, which may interfere in her ability to drive safely.
According to FMCSA guidelines, a person is disqualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle if she/he has a medical history or clinical diagnosis of a respiratory dysfunction that is most likely to interfere with ability to drive safely. Asthma and other respiratory dysfunctions interfere with oxygen exchange and may result in incapacitation and/or affect mental alertness.

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