Flora was then assessed using the Stroke Driver Screening Assessment. This is widely used as a screening tool of readiness to go back to driving but should not be administered prescriptively. Flora does not pass the screening tool as she takes excessive time to complete it which raises some concerns about her abilities. See Additional information box below for more information on the Stroke Driver Screening Assessment (SDSA).
Here, they would be able to identify any problems caused by her stroke and make recommendations about her safety to return to driving.
Flora’s GP refers her to the driving assessment centre. She also advises Flora to apply to DVLA for her licence which she had previously surrendered, ideally once she has an appointment from the driving assessment centre, in order for her to be able to be assessed for driving.
For further information on driving refer to the following information:
- Scottish Driving Assessment Service
- SSAHPF: Driving guide for OT
- SSAHPF: Driving after a stroke a guide for health professionals
Page last reviewed: 16 Apr 2021
