Topic: The driver's condition · Nº 125 / 590

Si mientras conducimos nos entra sueño, ¿qué debemos hacer?
If we feel sleepy while driving, what should we do?
- ATomar una bebida estimulante.Have a stimulant drink.
- BSeguir hasta llegar a nuestro destino.Carry on until we reach our destination.
- CDetenernos y descansar.Stop and rest.
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- CDetenernos y descansar.Stop and rest.
The most important rules to avoid an accident caused by sleepiness or fatigue are: if we feel tired or sleepy while driving, the best thing is to stop and rest in a suitable place and sleep for about 20 or 30 minutes; rest for 20 to 30 minutes every 2 hours or every 200 kilometres at most; always watch for the signs and symptoms of sleepiness or fatigue. Stimulant drinks such as tea, coffee, etc. can cause a rebound effect (sleepiness appears suddenly when their effects wear off).
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