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An injured motorcyclist is breathing normally and the helmet does not prevent airway monitoring or maintenance. With no medical instruction to remove it, which initial action is correct?

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Keep the helmet on and get help while monitoring their condition.

Keep the helmet on, avoid unnecessary movement and call 112. Unnecessary removal can move the neck and aggravate injury. This precaution must not prevent life-saving care: if removal is essential for airway access or CPR, follow 112 instructions. Do not give food or drink on your own initiative or routinely transport the casualty in a private vehicle.

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  • Immediately transport them in a private vehicle as a routine measure.

  • Keep the helmet on and get help while monitoring their condition.

  • Give food and drink whenever requested.

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