Question

A 50-year-old man with epilepsy continues to drive buses despite having several recent tonic–clonic seizures. He tells you he has not informed the DVLA and asks you not to disclose this to anyone. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Explain that he must stop driving and inform the DVLA, and if he refuses you may need to disclose information to DVLA in the public interest

Answer

Maintain confidentiality in all circumstances

Answer

Immediately report him to the police for dangerous driving

Answer

Inform his employer directly without telling him

Answer

Do nothing and document only in the notes

Practice question

A 50-year-old man with epilepsy continues to drive buses despite having several recent tonic–clonic seizures. He tells you he has not informed the DVLA and asks you not to disclose this to anyone. What is the most appropriate action?