Question

A 54-year-old man with long-standing type 2 diabetes is started on twice-daily insulin in addition to Metformin. He asks about driving his car. According to DVLA guidance, which of the following is the most important specific advice for a Group 1 driver on insulin?

Accepted Answer

He must check his capillary glucose before driving and at least every 2 hours on long journeys, and must not drive if glucose is less than 5 mmol/L.

Answer

He must stop driving permanently and surrender his licence.

Answer

He only needs to inform the DVLA if he has more than one hypoglycaemic episode.

Answer

He can continue to drive without informing the DVLA provided he eats regularly.

Answer

He may drive but must be accompanied by another adult on all journeys.

Practice question

A 54-year-old man with long-standing type 2 diabetes is started on twice-daily insulin in addition to Metformin. He asks about driving his car. According to DVLA guidance, which of the following is the most important specific advice for a Group 1 driver on insulin?