Making wise personal-safety decisions. (Quiz)
Which of the following could be a potential safety hazard of indoor recreation?
A liquid spill on the floor that was not cleaned.
Wilma is 4'8" tall and needs to get a glass from a top shelf of a cabinet so she can get something to drink. Which of the following is the safest choice for Wilma? A. jumping to knock the glass into her hands B. using a stool or a small ladder to reach the glass C. grabbing a chair from the table and using it to reach the glass D. climbing on the countertop so it will be easy to reach the glass
B. using a stool or a small ladder to reach the glass
All houses are built according to safety standards, so it is not important to consider injury prevention while at home...
False.
It is not necessary to wear a life jacket on a boat as long as there is one available...
False.
It is unimportant to take the weather into account when you are planning water activities...
False.
Strong swimmers do NOT need to restrict themselves to swimming in areas patrolled by lifeguards...
False.
Betty is a professional high fiber and takes a vacation to a beach she has not visited before. While there, she notices a tall cliff, which she thinks would make an excellent place to practice her diving. Which of the following statements about this situation is FALSE?
It would be perfectly safe for Betty to swim around and make sure the water is deep enough. If she finds that it is, the cliff could be a good place to practice.
Which of the following is NOT an environmental condition you need to consider when planning an outdoor activity?
Solar energy.
Which of the following steps is NOT involved in drown proofing?
Swim 10 meters closer to the shore and then relax.
Which of the following is of the least importance safety when planning a recreational outing?
The weather forecast at your house.
What was the greatest cause of weather-related fatalities in the United States in 2008?
Tornadoes.
When hiking or climbing, it is important to be watchful of areas where erosion has occurred, due to an increased risk of rock slides...
True.
When planning a water activity, it's best to include a friend or a group of friends rather than going alone, even if it's an easy activity...
True.
When is it NOT necessary for a person to wear sunscreen during a recreational activity?
When the activity is indoors.
Which is the BEST place to store medication? A. in a clearly labeled bottle in the medicine cabinet B. in a childproof bottle under the sink C. in a container in the refrigerator, on a top shelf that is hard to reach D. in a clearly labeled childproof bottle on a high shelf Please select the best answer from the choices provided. A B C D
d
