A 51-year-old bus driver has a first generalised tonic–clonic seizure. Investigations are pending. What is the most appropriate advice regarding drivi...

Question

A 51-year-old bus driver has a first generalised tonic–clonic seizure. Investigations are pending. What is the most appropriate advice regarding driving a car (Group 1 licence)?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving and notify the DVLA; usually requires 12 months seizure-free before resuming

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He may continue to drive until a neurologist confirms epilepsy

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He should stop driving for 1 week only

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He can continue driving if he promises always to have a companion in the car

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He must surrender his licence permanently

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Epilepsy and driving

A 51-year-old bus driver has a first generalised tonic–clonic seizure. Investigations are pending. What is the most appropriate advice regarding driving a car (Group 1 licence)?