Question

A core medical trainee notices that a consultant colleague appears drowsy and smells of alcohol during an evening ward round. Patient care seems potentially unsafe. According to GMC Good Medical Practice, what is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Raise your concerns with an appropriate senior or responsible person according to local policy

Answer

Do nothing as it is not your responsibility

Answer

Confront the consultant loudly on the ward

Answer

Post about the incident anonymously on social media

Answer

Immediately call the police

Practice question

A core medical trainee notices that a consultant colleague appears drowsy and smells of alcohol during an evening ward round. Patient care seems potentially unsafe. According to GMC Good Medical Practice, what is the most appropriate action?