Question

A 68-year-old man is 2 weeks post uncomplicated myocardial infarction treated medically. He drives a car and asks when he can resume driving. He has no ongoing angina or heart failure symptoms. What is the most appropriate advice regarding his Group 1 licence?

Accepted Answer

He may resume driving 4 weeks after the infarct if clinically stable and does not need to notify DVLA

Answer

He must stop driving for 6 months and inform DVLA

Answer

He may resume driving 1 week after the infarct if clinically stable and does not need to notify DVLA

Answer

He must not drive for 1 year and notify DVLA

Answer

He may drive immediately if he feels well enough

Practice question

A 68-year-old man is 2 weeks post uncomplicated myocardial infarction treated medically. He drives a car and asks when he can resume driving. He has no ongoing angina or heart failure symptoms. What is the most appropriate advice regarding his Group 1 licence?