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Dans quelles situations doit-on se rendre aux urgences de l'hôpital ?In which situations should you go to hospital A&E (urgences)?

Answer

En cas de problème grave : accident sérieux, forte douleur, malaiseFor a serious problem: a bad accident, severe pain, collapsing or feeling faint

Explanation

Hospital A&E is for serious or life-threatening situations. For a minor problem, see your doctor, or call 15 if in doubt.

Source: service-public.gouv.fr – Urgences médicalesUpdated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

The 4 options, in French as at the exam

  1. En cas de problème grave : accident sérieux, forte douleur, malaiseFor a serious problem: a bad accident, severe pain, collapsing or feeling faint (Correct answer)
  2. Pour renouveler une ordonnance de médicamentsTo renew a prescription for medicines
  3. Pour soigner un petit rhume sans gravitéTo treat a minor cold
  4. Pour obtenir un certificat médical pour le sportTo get a medical certificate for sport

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