Evaluating Mental and Emotional Health Answers

To prevent accidental poisoning, you should NOT __________. A. mix chemicals in well ventilated areas B. follow the instructions on the label C. keep materials in unlabeled containers D. use chemicals in well ventilated areas Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Betty is a professional high diver 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? A. It would be safer for Betty to practice at home since she is unfamiliar with the area. B. 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. C. Betty could check in town to see if there are any group tours that include supervised cliff diving, instead of diving alone. D. Betty could do some research about the area and see if it is a common cliff for diving. If she finds that it is safe, she could then plan another trip with a group of fellow divers to practice at the cliff.

The US Environmental Protection Agency issues a daily report for pollution levels called the __________. A.Pollution Advisory WarningB.Air Rating LevelC.Particulates and Pollution IndexD.Air Quality Index

It is unimportant to take the weather into account when you are planning water activities.

Which of the following statements BEST explains why third-degree burns are less painful than second-degree burns?A.Third-degree burns are not as severe as second-degree burns.B.Third-degree burns result in nerve damage, which reduces feeling.C.Blisters are a mechanism of second-degree burns to alleviate pain.D.Second-degree burns result in scarring.

"Make haste slowly" summarizes the attributes of a rescuer when applying first aid.

Which of the following is the first step used by the EPA when creating environmental protection regulations?

Which of the following is the main benefit of ozone? A.reduces pollution levelsB.absorbs ultraviolet radiation from the SunC.filters particulates from the atmosphereD.neutralizes the effects of carbon monoxide

The acronym CPR stands for __________.A.cardiopalpatory resuscitationB.cardiopreparatory rescueC.cardiopulmonary resuscitationD.chest pressure and rescue

How can you improve indoor air quality? A.keeping pets indoors as much as possibleB.using darker paint on all interior wallsC.installing sunscreens on all windowsD.increasing ventilation in enclosed spaces

The US Congress is the organization responsible for setting up environmental protection regulations that are enforced by local and state authorities.

What was the greatest cause of weather-related fatalities in the United States in 2008? A. tornadoes B. heat C. flashfloods D. hurricanes Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

It is not necessary to wear a lifejacket on a boat as long as there is one available.

Which of the following could be a potential safety hazard of indoor recreation? A. slippery rocks and loose gravel B. flash floods C. traveling without a compass, map, or GPS D. a liquid spill on the floor that was not cleaned

The Heimlich maneuver, or abdominal thrust, should be used when someone is choking.

All houses are built according to safety standards, so it is not important to consider injury prevention while at home.

Besides air pollution, four other important types of pollution are soil, water, waste, and __________. A.dustB.windC.cloudD.noise

When hiking or climbing, it is important to be watchful of areas where erosion has occurred, due to an increased risk of rock slides. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

What does the C in the ABCs of resuscitation stand for? A. compassion B. circulation C. commission D. computation Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which type of burn is BEST described as having blisters, scarring, and more pain? A. first-degree burn B. second-degree burn C. third-degree burn D. fourth-degree burn Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Personal protective equipment is unnecessary when providing first aid.

Exposure to noise pollution for extended periods of time can cause sleeplessness and high blood pressure.

Which of the following are two mechanisms for water pollution?A.high and lowB.direct and indirectC.lethal and nonlethalD.harmful and innocuous

When is it NOT necessary for a person to wear sunscreen during a recreational activity? A. when it's cold outside B. when it's not a sunny day C. when the activity is shaded by trees D. when the activity is indoors

Which of the following is NOT a strategy to prevent falls? A. keeping walking surfaces free from moisture and clutter B. replacing damaged electrical cords C. installing handrails for stairs D. keeping a ladder handy for reaching high places

People with first aid training can provide less assistance to accident victims than people without first aid training.

First aid for severe injuries should always be followed by professional attention. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which type of burn is BEST described as having max loss of skin, reduced feeling, and almost whitish? A. first-degree burn B. second-degree burn C. third-degree burn D. fourth-degree burn Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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

Critical practices to control the amount of solid waste include __________.

If additional bandages are needed for a severely bleeding wound they should be placed on top of the older bandages.

Which of the following is of the least importance for safety when planning a recreational outing? A. the weather forecast at your house B. the amount of water you plan to take C. the equipment and clothing you packD. the weather conditions in the area of travel

Since the implementation of the Clean Air Act, the concentrations of all major air pollutants have decreased.

Recreational water illnesses can only be contracted in fresh water sources, not swimming pools.

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