A 29-year-old man has a first generalised tonic–clonic seizure. Investigations are normal and epilepsy is diagnosed. He asks about driving a car (Grou...

Question

A 29-year-old man has a first generalised tonic–clonic seizure. Investigations are normal and epilepsy is diagnosed. He asks about driving a car (Group 1 licence). According to DVLA guidance, what is the most appropriate advice?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving and may reapply for his licence after being seizure-free for at least 12 months.

Answer

He may continue driving as long as he feels well.

Answer

He can drive if he only drives short distances and avoids motorways.

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He must stop driving permanently and can never drive again.

Answer

He may drive but must inform his insurer only.

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Driving and epilepsy

A 29-year-old man has a first generalised tonic–clonic seizure. Investigations are normal and epilepsy is diagnosed. He asks about driving a car (Group 1 licence). According to DVLA guidance, what is the most appropriate advice?