Board Review Course Occupational Medicine Breakout - Study Materials (Study Questions, Slides and Reference Materials)-OEHS Administration and System-Based Practice Study Materials

OEHS Administration and System-Based Practice Study Materials

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The course on Occupational and Environmental Health Services aims to cover several key aspects integral to workplace health management. The primary objectives include:<br /><br />1. Discussing key programs such as hearing conservation and ergonomics.<br />2. Reviewing the elements and guidelines for commercial driver medical examinations.<br />3. Understanding the prevalence of substance abuse in the workforce.<br />4. Exploring the role and responsibilities of a medical review officer (MRO).<br />5. Discussing the epidemiology of workplace violence.<br /><br />To provide practical understanding, several Maintenance of Certification (MOC) questions are posed:<br /><br />1. Controlling worker exposure to 110 dB noise from a grinding machine, the most effective method is replacing the grinder with a quieter machine.<br />2. Alcohol and drug use in the workforce are associated with increased injuries, impaired job performance, higher medical costs, and decreased task performance.<br />3. The type of workplace drug testing that yields the highest rate of positive tests is "Reasonable suspicion/for cause".<br />4. Acceptable reasons for a trucker not providing an adequate urine specimen during a shy bladder evaluation include oliguric renal failure, outflow obstruction, and urinary tract infection but not new onset anxiety.<br />5. An MRO can determine a test reported as positive for cocaine is negative if the donor had cocaine used in a recent ENT procedure.<br /><br />Additionally, a reading list is provided to reinforce learning, including resources on OSHA's Hearing Conservation Program and Noise Exposure regulations, guidelines from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, and specific literature like Natalie Hartenbaum's "The DOT Medical Examination."<br /><br />The reference list includes links to relevant regulations and resources from OSHA, CDC, and FMCSA, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the topics. This structured approach equips participants with the necessary knowledge to address occupational and environmental health concerns effectively.

Keywords

Occupational Health

Environmental Health

Hearing Conservation

Ergonomics

Substance Abuse

Medical Review Officer

Workplace Violence

Noise Exposure

Drug Testing

DOT Medical Examination