A 45-year-old consultant surgeon frequently appears drowsy on ward rounds and has slurred speech. Today, you notice the smell of alcohol on his breath...

Question

A 45-year-old consultant surgeon frequently appears drowsy on ward rounds and has slurred speech. Today, you notice the smell of alcohol on his breath shortly before he goes to theatre. You are an FY2 doctor. What is the most appropriate action according to GMC guidance?

Accepted Answer

Immediately escalate your concerns to an appropriate senior or patient safety lead

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Say nothing and assume it is none of your business

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Post anonymously about it on social media

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Confront him aggressively in front of the team

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Cancel the theatre list yourself without informing anyone

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

A 45-year-old consultant surgeon frequently appears drowsy on ward rounds and has slurred speech. Today, you notice the smell of alcohol on his breath shortly before he goes to theatre. You are an FY2 doctor. What is the most appropriate action according to GMC guidance?