Question

A 59-year-old man has a myocardial infarction treated with PCI. He holds a group 1 (car/motorcycle) licence. He is keen to drive home from hospital. Assuming he makes an uncomplicated recovery, what is the usual DVLA advice?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving for at least 4 weeks

Answer

He may drive immediately if he feels well

Answer

He must stop driving for at least 1 week

Answer

He must stop driving for at least 6 months

Answer

He must surrender his licence permanently

Practice question

A 59-year-old man has a myocardial infarction treated with PCI. He holds a group 1 (car/motorcycle) licence. He is keen to drive home from hospital. Assuming he makes an uncomplicated recovery, what is the usual DVLA advice?