A 52-year-old obese man presents with loud snoring, witnessed apnoeas and daytime somnolence. He is a lorry driver. You suspect obstructive sleep apno...

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A 52-year-old obese man presents with loud snoring, witnessed apnoeas and daytime somnolence. He is a lorry driver. You suspect obstructive sleep apnoea. What is the most appropriate initial advice regarding driving?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving and notify the DVLA immediately

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He can continue to drive without restrictions until diagnosis is confirmed

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He should only avoid night-time driving

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He should inform his employer but not the DVLA

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He can continue to drive as long as he takes naps

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Obstructive sleep apnoea

A 52-year-old obese man presents with loud snoring, witnessed apnoeas and daytime somnolence. He is a lorry driver. You suspect obstructive sleep apnoea. What is the most appropriate initial advice regarding driving?