Question

A 28-year-old junior doctor realises a colleague frequently attends work smelling strongly of alcohol and has been seen drinking at lunchtime before returning to the ward. What should the junior doctor do according to GMC guidance?

Accepted Answer

Discuss concerns with a senior or appropriate manager and, if necessary, the Responsible Officer

Answer

Ignore the situation because it is none of their business

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Confront the colleague aggressively in front of patients

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Post about the colleague’s behaviour anonymously on social media

Answer

Immediately call the police

Practice question

A 28-year-old junior doctor realises a colleague frequently attends work smelling strongly of alcohol and has been seen drinking at lunchtime before returning to the ward. What should the junior doctor do according to GMC guidance?