A 76-year-old retired engineer is assessed by his GP after his wife raised concerns about his driving. He has a diagnosis of mild Alzheimer's disease ...

Question

A 76-year-old retired engineer is assessed by his GP after his wife raised concerns about his driving. He has a diagnosis of mild Alzheimer's disease (MMSE 24/30). He insists his driving is fine and refuses to stop. He holds a full UK driving licence. What is the GP's MOST appropriate course of action?

Accepted Answer

Advise him that he has a legal obligation to inform the DVLA of his diagnosis and that you will contact the DVLA if he does not

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Report him to the DVLA immediately without further discussion

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Confiscate his driving licence

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Advise him that his diagnosis does not affect his ability to drive

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Refer to an occupational therapist for a driving assessment before informing the DVLA

uk-dgm MCQ (SBA): Driving and Dementia - DVLA Notification