What can happen if the treating clinician reviews self-monitoring records after issuing a 3-month card?

The correct answer highlights the authority of the treating clinician (TC) to adjust a driver's medical certification based on new information. When self-monitoring records are reviewed after a 3-month certification card is issued, it provides the clinician with fresh insights into the driver's condition and management of their health. If the self-monitoring records indicate that the driver's medical condition is stable or improving, the clinician can then fill out a new 5870 form, which is a Medical Examination Report that serves to either extend the certification or make other necessary adjustments.

This process underscores the careful oversight required in medical certification for drivers. It is designed to ensure that they are fit to operate commercial vehicles safely and to any changes in their health status based on ongoing self-monitoring. The ability to modify or reaffirm fitness for duty through new documentation ensures the safety of both the driver and the public.