Question

A 68-year-old man is admitted with chest pain and is diagnosed with an ST-elevation myocardial infarction treated with primary PCI. He is keen to return to driving his private car (Group 1 licence) as soon as possible. According to DVLA medical standards, what is the most appropriate advice?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving for 1 week after an uncomplicated MI treated with PCI, then may resume if there is no other disqualifying condition

Answer

He can resume driving immediately if he feels well

Answer

He must stop driving for 4 weeks and notify the DVLA

Answer

He must stop driving for 6 months and notify the DVLA

Answer

He must permanently stop driving and surrender his licence

Practice question

A 68-year-old man is admitted with chest pain and is diagnosed with an ST-elevation myocardial infarction treated with primary PCI. He is keen to return to driving his private car (Group 1 licence) as soon as possible. According to DVLA medical standards, what is the most appropriate advice?