Question

A 45-year-old lorry driver with poorly controlled epilepsy (two tonic–clonic seizures in the last 6 months) continues to drive his heavy goods vehicle despite medical advice to stop. He refuses to inform the DVLA and insists he will continue to drive. What is the most appropriate action for his GP?

Accepted Answer

Inform the DVLA after explaining to the patient that you intend to do so

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Respect confidentiality and take no further action

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Prescribe a stronger antiepileptic and hope control improves

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Contact his employer directly without informing him

Answer

Report him to the police for dangerous driving only

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