A 30-year-old man has a first generalised tonic-clonic seizure. He makes a full recovery and neurological examination and CT head are normal. There is...

Question

A 30-year-old man has a first generalised tonic-clonic seizure. He makes a full recovery and neurological examination and CT head are normal. There is no clear provoking factor. He holds a car driving licence. According to DVLA guidance, what should you advise regarding driving?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving and notify the DVLA; he may usually resume driving after 12 months seizure-free

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He may continue driving as long as he feels well

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He must permanently stop driving and surrender his licence

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He should stop driving for 4 weeks only and does not need to inform the DVLA

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He must stop driving and can resume after 3 months seizure-free without informing the DVLA

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Fitness to drive after first seizure

A 30-year-old man has a first generalised tonic-clonic seizure. He makes a full recovery and neurological examination and CT head are normal. There is no clear provoking factor. He holds a car driving licence. According to DVLA guidance, what should you advise regarding driving?