Question

A 68-year-old man with poorly controlled epilepsy continues to drive despite your clear advice to stop and to notify the DVLA. He refuses to contact them. According to GMC guidance, what should you do next?

Accepted Answer

Inform the DVLA yourself if he continues to drive against medical advice

Answer

Respect his wishes and take no further action

Answer

Secretly inform his family only

Answer

Contact the police immediately

Answer

Discharge him from your practice

Practice question

A 68-year-old man with poorly controlled epilepsy continues to drive despite your clear advice to stop and to notify the DVLA. He refuses to contact them. According to GMC guidance, what should you do next?