CDME Module 5: Musculoskeletal (includes Neuromuscular conditions), Renal and Other Diseases-Chronic Kidney Failure and Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver Safety

Chronic Kidney Failure and Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver Safety

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A report was requested by the FMCSA on the impact of chronic kidney disease (CKD) on driver safety. The report provides recommendations for the evaluation and certification of individuals with different stages of CKD who apply for or currently hold CMV driver certifications. It also summarizes the findings of an evidence report on the association between renal disease and motor vehicle crashes, highlighting the lack of direct evidence but suggesting possible increased risk for individuals with renal disease. The report also addresses the lack of studies on the association between medications and motor vehicle crash risk for individuals with renal disease and provides information on current medical fitness standards and guidelines for CMV drivers with renal disease in the US and other countries.

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Fadem S. et. al. March 2008

Keywords

FMCSA

chronic kidney disease

driver safety

evaluation

certification

CMV driver certifications

renal disease

motor vehicle crashes

medications

medical fitness standards