Topic: Road accidents and first aid · Nº 12 / 626
En caso de accidente de circulación, ¿debe darse de beber a los heridos graves?
In a road accident, should seriously injured people be given something to drink?
- ASí, siempre que el herido presente quemaduras graves.Yes, if the injured person has serious burns.
- BNo, en ningún caso.No, never.
- CNo, como norma general.No, as a general rule.
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Correct answer
- CNo, como norma general.No, as a general rule.
Explanation
As a general rule, do not give seriously injured people anything to drink, because it can make their condition worse. In an emergency it is better to wait for medical help and follow the professionals' instructions. This way the injured person gets the right treatment without extra risks.
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