A junior doctor notices that a senior colleague frequently arrives at work smelling of alcohol and has made several prescribing errors. The junior is ...

Question

A junior doctor notices that a senior colleague frequently arrives at work smelling of alcohol and has made several prescribing errors. The junior is worried about patient safety but fears repercussions if they speak up. According to GMC guidance, what is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Discuss concerns with a trusted senior or clinical lead and follow local procedures to raise concerns

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Say nothing as this is not their responsibility

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Post anonymously about the colleague on social media

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Confront the colleague aggressively in front of patients

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Ignore the issue unless a serious incident occurs

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Raising concerns about a colleague

A junior doctor notices that a senior colleague frequently arrives at work smelling of alcohol and has made several prescribing errors. The junior is worried about patient safety but fears repercussions if they speak up. According to GMC guidance, what is the most appropriate action?