A 32-year-old man experiences his first generalised tonic–clonic seizure. CT brain and initial blood tests are normal. Neurology review identifies no ...

Question

A 32-year-old man experiences his first generalised tonic–clonic seizure. CT brain and initial blood tests are normal. Neurology review identifies no reversible cause. He holds a Group 1 car driving licence. According to DVLA guidance, what advice should you give regarding driving?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving and inform the DVLA; usually at least 6 months off driving is required after a single seizure

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He may continue to drive as long as he feels well

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He must stop driving for 4 weeks but does not need to inform the DVLA

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He must surrender his licence permanently

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He can drive but must avoid motorways

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Driving after first seizure

A 32-year-old man experiences his first generalised tonic–clonic seizure. CT brain and initial blood tests are normal. Neurology review identifies no reversible cause. He holds a Group 1 car driving licence. According to DVLA guidance, what advice should you give regarding driving?