Should injured persons be moved?
Traffic accidents
Explanation
You should not move the injured after an accident, **unless it is essential for their safety**. This means they should only be moved if their life is in danger at the location where they are. For example, if there is a risk of fire or explosion, or if they are in a position that could worsen their injuries.
- **Moving the injured incorrectly can aggravate their injuries**, especially if they have neck or spinal injuries. Therefore, if it is necessary to move them, it should be done very carefully and preferably by three people, keeping the head, neck, and body aligned as a block.
- **Not moving the injured unnecessarily** is a general first aid rule. You should wait for emergency services, who are trained to transport the injured safely.
- In situations where emergency services are delayed and the injured person is in immediate danger, moving them can be considered, but always with extreme caution to avoid causing further harm.

In summary, moving an injured person should only be done if it is absolutely necessary for their safety, and always with great care to avoid worsening their injuries.
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