A 35-year-old man with poorly controlled epilepsy admits he continues to drive a car despite frequent seizures, and he refuses to inform the DVLA. Wha...

Question

A 35-year-old man with poorly controlled epilepsy admits he continues to drive a car despite frequent seizures, and he refuses to inform the DVLA. What should you do according to GMC guidance?

Accepted Answer

Explain the risks, strongly advise him to stop driving and inform DVLA; if he continues to drive, you may need to breach confidentiality and notify DVLA yourself

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Respect his confidentiality and take no further action

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Inform his employer without telling him

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Immediately contact the police to arrest him

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Revoke his driving licence yourself

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Confidentiality and DVLA reporting

A 35-year-old man with poorly controlled epilepsy admits he continues to drive a car despite frequent seizures, and he refuses to inform the DVLA. What should you do according to GMC guidance?