A 30-year-old FY2 doctor notices that a consultant frequently arrives at work smelling of alcohol and has seen them make prescribing errors on several...

Question

A 30-year-old FY2 doctor notices that a consultant frequently arrives at work smelling of alcohol and has seen them make prescribing errors on several occasions. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Discuss concerns with a trusted senior, such as the clinical director or responsible officer, in line with local procedures

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Say nothing as it is not your responsibility

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Confront the consultant aggressively on the ward round

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Post anonymous comments online about the consultant

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Immediately contact the GMC without following local processes

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

A 30-year-old FY2 doctor notices that a consultant frequently arrives at work smelling of alcohol and has seen them make prescribing errors on several occasions. What is the most appropriate action?