A 52-year-old man with type 2 diabetes experiences a severe hypoglycaemic episode at work with confusion and requires assistance from colleagues. He i...

Question

A 52-year-old man with type 2 diabetes experiences a severe hypoglycaemic episode at work with confusion and requires assistance from colleagues. He is treated successfully with oral glucose. What is the most appropriate advice regarding driving (Group 1 licence) according to DVLA guidance?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving and notify DVLA if he has recurrent episodes of severe hypoglycaemia

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He must stop driving permanently

Answer

He may continue to drive without informing anyone

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He should stop driving for 5 years

Answer

He must inform DVLA immediately after any hypoglycaemic episode, regardless of severity

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Diabetes and driving

A 52-year-old man with type 2 diabetes experiences a severe hypoglycaemic episode at work with confusion and requires assistance from colleagues. He is treated successfully with oral glucose. What is the most appropriate advice regarding driving (Group 1 licence) according to DVLA guidance?