Making Wise Personal-Safety Decisions Answers

Strong swimmers do NOT need to restrict themselves to swimming in areas patrolled by lifeguards.

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

Which of the following steps is NOT helpful in preventing drowning? A. Being able to swim 10 meters closer to the shore and then relax. B. Straightening the legs, press arms down, and then inhale. C. Raising arms, separating legs to lift the mouth above the water, and exhaling every 5 to 10 seconds. D. Relaxing in the rest position. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which of the following is NOT an environmental condition you need to consider when planning an outdoor activity? A. amount of pollution B. wildlife C. weather conditions D. solar energy

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.