A 35-year-old office worker presents requesting a “”sick note”” after 3 days of viral upper respiratory symptoms. He has not been to work since sympto...

Question

A 35-year-old office worker presents requesting a “”sick note”” after 3 days of viral upper respiratory symptoms. He has not been to work since symptoms started. He is otherwise well. According to current UK guidance on fit notes, what should you advise?

Accepted Answer

Explain that a fit note is not required for absences of 7 days or less

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Provide a fit note covering the whole period of absence

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Decline to issue a fit note under any circumstances

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Issue a fit note only if his employer calls you

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Provide an open-ended fit note for several months

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Sickness certification

A 35-year-old office worker presents requesting a “”sick note”” after 3 days of viral upper respiratory symptoms. He has not been to work since symptoms started. He is otherwise well. According to current UK guidance on fit notes, what should you advise?