DVLA & Neurological Disorders Flashcards
What are the rules regarding driving and first seizure?
6 months off driving
If the patient has undergone assessment by a specialist and no relevant abnormality has been identified on investigation.
(It was previously 12 months)
What are the rules regarding driving and established epilepsy?
12 months fit free
What are the rules with regards to driving and stroke/TIA?
1 month off driving
What are the rules with regards to driving and multiple TIAs?
3 months off driving
What are the rules with regards to driving and craniotomy?
1 year
What are the rules with regards to driving and narcolepsy/cataplexy?
Cease driving on diagnosis.
Restart with satisfactory control.
What are the rules with regards to driving and chronic neurological conditions (e.g. MS, MND)?
- Inform the DVLA
- Complete PK1 form
What are the rules with regards to driving and simple faints?
No restriction
What are the rules with regards to driving and a single episode of explained and treated syncope?
4 weeks off driving.
What are the rules with regards to driving and unexplained syncope?
6 months off driving.
What are the rules with regards to driving and two or more episodes of syncope?
12 months off
