Topic: Road accidents and first aid · Nº 604 / 626

En caso de atropello a un ciclista, ¿qué lesiones son las de más importancia?
When a cyclist is hit by a vehicle, which injuries are the most important?
- ALas lesiones sufridas en las manos.Injuries to the hands.
- BLas lesiones sufridas en las piernas.Injuries to the legs.
- CLas lesiones sufridas en la cabeza.Injuries to the head.
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Correct answer
- CLas lesiones sufridas en la cabeza.Injuries to the head.
Explanation
Head injuries are the most serious when a cyclist is hit by a vehicle. If the cyclist wears a helmet, the probability of serious injury can be up to 3 times lower.
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