What are the physical examination items required before taking the driver's license test?
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Driver's license physical examination items include height, color discrimination, vision, hearing, upper limbs, lower limbs, torso, and neck. The following are the specific requirements for each item: Height: For large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, large trucks, and trolleybuses, the minimum height requirement is 155 cm. Color vision: No red-green color blindness. Vision: For large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, medium-sized passenger vehicles, large trucks, trolleybuses, and trams, the naked vision of both eyes must reach 5.0 or above on the logarithmic visual acuity chart. Limbs: Both thumbs must be intact, and each hand must have at least three other fingers intact with normal movement function. Applicants with missing finger tips or those with three intact fingers and a complete palm on the left hand can apply for a driver's license for small cars, small automatic transmission cars, low-speed trucks, or three-wheeled cars. Both lower limbs must be intact with normal movement function, and the length difference should not exceed 5 cm. There should be no movement dysfunction in the torso and neck.
I just went for my driver's license medical exam, and the process was pretty straightforward. First, they tested my vision by having me read an eye chart to check for nearsightedness, farsightedness, and color blindness—to make sure I can distinguish traffic lights. Next was the hearing test, where the doctor whispered in my ear to confirm I can hear car horns. Then they assessed my physical flexibility, checking finger, wrist, and ankle movements to ensure I can steer and brake smoothly. Blood pressure measurement was also mandatory, as high readings might lead to disqualification. The doctor also asked about my medical history, like epilepsy or diabetes, to rule out risks of losing control while driving. My advice: get enough sleep beforehand to stay relaxed, bring your ID and photos (some places offer free or low-cost services), and know that retests are allowed—for example, wearing glasses during the vision test if needed. The whole process can take just minutes, but it's crucial for ensuring road safety—not just for you, but for others too. A friend with high blood pressure passed after resting for a day. Bottom line: prepare early and don’t delay.
