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Topic: Road accidents and first aid · Nº 462 / 626

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Como regla general, ¿Por qué no se debe quitar el casco a un conductor de motocicleta herido por un accidente?

As a general rule, why should you not remove the helmet of a motorcyclist injured in an accident?

  • APorque es incómodo para el conductor que se le quite el casco.Because it is uncomfortable for the rider to have the helmet removed.
  • BPorque puede tener más frío.Because they may get colder.
  • CPorque se pueden agravar las posibles lesiones.Because possible injuries may get worse.
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  • CPorque se pueden agravar las posibles lesiones.Because possible injuries may get worse.
Explanation

As a general rule, do not remove an injured motorcyclist's helmet, because moving the head can make possible spinal injuries worse. Only remove it if they are not breathing and need resuscitation, and only with the right technique.

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