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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
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Which of the following is NOT a type of injury commonly treated by first aid?

A
burns
B
cuts
C
sprains
D
hernias
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The most common source of carbon monoxide pollution is vehicle exhaust. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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

A
T
B
F
45

Urination is one of the key mechanisms for losing fluid from the human body.

A
T
B
F
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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.

A
T
B
F
48

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

A
T
B
F
49

What was the greatest cause of weather-related fatalities in the United States in 2008?

A
tornadoes
B
heat
C
flashfloods
D
hurricanes
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Strong swimmers do NOT need to restrict themselves to swimming in areas patrolled by lifeguards.

A
T
B
F
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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
52

The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act controls hazardous waste from its creation to its disposal.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following statements describes one of the key decisions for personal safety while exercising?

A
wearing dark and heavy clothes when exercising in hot climates
B
keeping your shoes loosely tied or untied so you can easily put them on or take them off
C
making sure clothing matches current fashion guidelines
D
choosing clothing that is appropriate for the environment and type of exercise
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The US Environmental Protection Agency issues a daily report for pollution levels called the __________.

A
Pollution Advisory Warning
B
Air Rating Level
C
Particulates and Pollution Index
D
Air Quality Index
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Which of the following are two mechanisms for water pollution?

A
high and low
B
direct and indirect
C
lethal and nonlethal
D
harmful and innocuous
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Which of the regulations below is not designed to protect the environment?

A
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
B
Clean Air Act
C
Noise Control Act
D
Occupational Safety and Health Act
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Heat stroke can lead to unconsciousness and death.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following choices are good strategies when exercising in extreme heat or cold?

A
allowing the body to adjust to temperature
B
avoiding exercising during extreme times of day
C
warming up muscles and the body before vigorous exercise
D
all of the above
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When exercising in the heat, you should __________.

A
wear tight-fitting clothes to absorb your sweat
B
dress in layers
C
choose dark colored clothing
D
vary the intensity and duration of the exercise

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