A 52-year-old lorry driver has loud snoring and witnessed apnoeas with daytime somnolence. What driving advice is correct while awaiting assessment?...

Question

A 52-year-old lorry driver has loud snoring and witnessed apnoeas with daytime somnolence. What driving advice is correct while awaiting assessment?

Accepted Answer

Stop driving and inform DVLA if excessive sleepiness

Answer

Continue driving HGV as normal

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Only avoid night driving

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No need to inform DVLA until diagnosed

Answer

Use caffeine and continue

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Obstructive Sleep Apnoea