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Topic: Road accidents and first aid · Nº 138 / 626

Una norma fundamental a aplicar a los heridos en accidentes es:

A basic rule to follow with people injured in accidents is:

  • ADarles agua o zumos.Give them water or juice.
  • BHacerles andar.Make them walk.
  • CMoverlos lo menos posible y no darles medicamentos.Move them as little as possible and do not give them medicines.
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Correct answer

  • CMoverlos lo menos posible y no darles medicamentos.Move them as little as possible and do not give them medicines.
Explanation

Injured people should be moved as little as possible, because they may have spinal or other injuries that could get worse, and they must not be given food, drink or medicines. Making them walk or giving them drinks can make their condition worse.

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