What are the physical examination items for obtaining a driver's license?
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The physical examination items for obtaining a driver's license include: 1. Height: For large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, large trucks, and trolleybuses, the minimum height requirement is 155 cm. 2. Vision: The naked or corrected vision of both eyes must reach at least 4.9 on the logarithmic visual acuity chart (equivalent to 0.8 on the E chart). 3. Color discrimination: No red-green color blindness is allowed. 4. Hearing: Able to distinguish the direction of sound sources with each ear at a distance of 50 cm from a tuning fork. 5. Upper limbs: Both thumbs must be intact, and each hand must have at least three other fingers intact with normal limb and finger movement functions. 6. Lower limbs: Normal movement function, with a difference in lower limb length not exceeding 5 cm. 7. Trunk and neck: No movement dysfunction.
I've been teaching people to drive for many years. The physical examination for a driver's license mainly checks several body items: First is the vision test, requiring at least 0.8 vision in one eye. Wearing glasses or contacts is acceptable, ensuring you can see road signs and hazards clearly. Next is the hearing test, where both ears must normally hear alarm sounds, so you don't miss emergencies. Then comes the limb mobility test, checking if your hands and feet can flexibly operate the steering wheel and brakes, with no disabilities affecting control. Color vision testing is also essential to avoid confusion between red and green traffic lights due to color blindness. Some places also include blood pressure or heart checks, especially for elderly individuals who need to maintain stable blood pressure. Before the exam, it's advisable to rest well and avoid staying up late; those with poor vision should get glasses early. Safety comes first—if you fail the physical, don't force yourself to drive. I've seen students delay their tests due to vision issues; proper preparation leads to success. The whole process is quick, so stay calm and follow the requirements.
