Question

A 59-year-old man had an uncomplicated myocardial infarction treated with PCI. He asks when he can resume driving his car (Group 1 licence). He has made a good recovery with no ongoing symptoms or complications. What is the usual driving advice?

Accepted Answer

He may usually resume driving 1 week after an uncomplicated MI treated with PCI if no other disqualifying condition

Answer

He must stop driving permanently

Answer

He can resume driving immediately after discharge

Answer

He may not drive for at least 6 months

Answer

He must notify the DVLA and surrender his licence permanently

Practice question

A 59-year-old man had an uncomplicated myocardial infarction treated with PCI. He asks when he can resume driving his car (Group 1 licence). He has made a good recovery with no ongoing symptoms or complications. What is the usual driving advice?