A 46-year-old man with poorly controlled epilepsy continues to drive a taxi despite frequent seizures. You have advised him to stop and to notify the ...

Question

A 46-year-old man with poorly controlled epilepsy continues to drive a taxi despite frequent seizures. You have advised him to stop and to notify the DVLA, but he refuses and states he will continue to work. According to GMC guidance, what should you do next?

Accepted Answer

Contact the DVLA and disclose relevant information in the public interest

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Respect his decision and take no further action

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Inform his employer directly without discussing with him again

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Prescribe stronger medication and hope seizures reduce

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Report him to the police immediately for dangerous driving

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Fitness to drive – epilepsy and confidentiality

A 46-year-old man with poorly controlled epilepsy continues to drive a taxi despite frequent seizures. You have advised him to stop and to notify the DVLA, but he refuses and states he will continue to work. According to GMC guidance, what should you do next?