Question

A 45-year-old lorry driver has his first unprovoked generalised tonic-clonic seizure witnessed at home. CT head and blood tests are normal. Neurology follow-up is arranged. What is the most appropriate advice regarding driving?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving all vehicles and notify the DVLA; he may usually resume driving a car after 6 months if no further seizures and no high-risk features

Answer

He may continue to drive his lorry but must not drive a car

Answer

He may drive his car but not his lorry for 3 months

Answer

He must stop driving permanently

Answer

He may continue to drive provided he is on antiepileptic medication

Practice question

A 45-year-old lorry driver has his first unprovoked generalised tonic-clonic seizure witnessed at home. CT head and blood tests are normal. Neurology follow-up is arranged. What is the most appropriate advice regarding driving?