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Question 3423

A person injured in a traffic accident is placed in the recovery position to...

  1. Ensure the injured person's comfort only.
  2. Allow artificial respiration to be performed.
  3. Prevent possible suffocation.
Show answer and explanation

Correct answer: Prevent possible suffocation.

The recovery position helps keep the airway clear and prevents the tongue from blocking it, reducing the risk of suffocation.

Manual IX — Primeros auxilios, 2026