Deck 20: Personal Safety on Connect

Question 1

The Heimlich manoeuvre for a choking adult involves blows to the upper back.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

For maximum safety, bicycle riders should ride against the flow of traffic.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Speed limits are established based on ideal conditions.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

A common human factor that leads to injuries is risk-taking behaviour.

Question 5

Bicycles are considered vehicles and must obey all traffic laws that apply to automobile drivers.

Question 6

To determine a safe following distance in a car, you should follow the two-second rule.

Question 7

Dual front air bags are effective in side collisions.

Question 8

Injuries to the head and wrist are the most common injuries sustained by in-line skating.

Question 9

More than 90 percent of motor vehicle occupants wear seat belts.

Question 10

Burns are the leading cause of death in fires.

Question 11

To prevent back injuries, heavy objects should be carried as far away from the body as possible.

Question 12

Speeding is the hallmark of aggressive drivers.

Question 13

For every 120 cm that a ladder extends up a wall, the ladder base should be placed 30 cm away from the wall.

Question 14

For motorcycle riders, helmets provide the best protection against head injury.

Question 15

In a car crash, your chances of being killed are 25 times greater if you are thrown from your vehicle than if your seat belt holds you in the car.

Question 16

A recent study found hay fever sufferers who had taken antihistamines and drove were as impaired as if they were legally drunk.

Question 17

Mopeds are easier to handle in an emergency than motorcycles because they have less power and travel more slowly.

Question 18

The most common type of poisoning by gas is carbon monoxide poisoning.

Question 19

"Years of potential life lost" refers to the difference between one's life expectancy and one's age at death.

Question 20

Children can safely sit in the front seat when they are over 4 years of age and have outgrown child safety seats.

Question 21

The primary cause of death in motorcycle crashes is(are)

A) head injuries.
B) chest injuries.
C) spinal injuries.
D) blood loss.

Question 22

Advanced air bag systems are being introduced that

A) protect both front-and back-seat passengers.
B) have sensors that respond to crash severity.
C) are voice-activated.
D) detect alcohol and activate immediately.

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of seat belt use?

A) distribution of the stopping force over the entire body
B) prevention of the "second collision"
C) prevention of being thrown from the car
D) an increase in the confidence of the driver

Question 24

What accounts for more years of potential life lost than any other cause of death?

A) cancer
B) unintentional injuries
C) heart disease
D) stroke

Question 25

Which of the following is a common cause of motor vehicle injuries?

A) fatigue
B) cell phones
C) speeding
D) cell phones, speeding or fatigue

Question 26

Which of the following criteria is NOT a consideration in setting speed limits?

A) ideal driving conditions
B) road conditions
C) safest maximum speed
D) vehicle type

Question 27

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding air bags?

A) Air bags deflate 5 to 6 minutes after a collision.
B) They can injure a short adult who is sitting too close to the dashboard.
C) Second generation airbags are somewhat safe for children.
D) They are not mandatory to be installed in Canadian vehicles.

Question 28

A factor in most fatal motorcycle crashes is

A) the time of day.
B) poor road conditions.
C) multiple collisions.
D) operator error.

Question 29

Which of the following is FALSE regarding reducing the risk of injury?

A) Public education campaigns about risky behaviours can help prevent injuries.
B) Engineering strategies such as seat belts can help lower injury rates.
C) Ultimately it is up to everyone to take responsibility for avoiding injuries.
D) Risk-taking behaviours generally decrease the risk of injury.

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of aggressive driving?

A) tailgating
B) speeding
C) frequent and erratic lane changes
D) using signals to indicate a lane change

Question 31

Which of the following is the only type of automobile crash in which front air bags provide substantial protection?

A) a side collision
B) a rollover crash
C) a collision in which your car is struck from the rear
D) a head-on collision

Question 32

Wearing a seat belt would have prevented fatal injuries for at least ________ of people killed in automobile crashes who were not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash.

A) 10-20%
B) 20-30%
C) 45-55%
D) 60-70%

Question 33

The recommended minimum age for front-seat passengers in vehicles with air bags is

A) 7 months.
B) 13 months.
C) 7 years.
D) 13 years.

Question 34

Which of the following types of over-the-counter drugs has been found to impair driving skills as significantly as alcohol intoxication?

A) aspirin
B) antihistamines
C) antifungal medicine
D) decongestants

Question 35

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding motor-vehicle-related crashes?

A) Most motor vehicle crashes occur 50 km or more from home.
B) Most motor vehicle crashes occur on roadways with speed limits over 80 km per hour.
C) Most motor vehicle crashes occur on one-way streets.
D) Bad driving, especially speeding, is the most common cause of motor vehicle crashes.

Question 36

The group most affected by motor vehicle crashes is people ages

A) 10 to 14.
B) 15 to 29.
C) 30 to 39.
D) 55 to 65.

Question 37

Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death in Canada for people

A) 1-39.
B) 40-49
C) 50-59.
D) 60+.

Question 38

All the following are strategies for preventing motor vehicle injuries, EXCEPT

A) obeying the speed limit.
B) keeping your car in good working order.
C) always wearing a seat belt.
D) taking less travelled roads instead of interstate highways.

Question 39

Which one of the following statements is FALSE regarding injuries?

A) Intentional injuries are the leading cause of death in Canada.
B) Unintentional injuries include motor vehicle crashes, drowning, and falls.
C) Injuries are labelled intentional or unintentional depending on whether harm is intended.
D) Events leading to injuries are no longer called "accidents" because the term suggests events beyond human control.

Question 40

Air bags are more likely to cause injury if any of the following occurs, EXCEPT if

A) a person is improperly restrained.
B) a person is sitting too close to the dashboard.
C) deployment occurs because of a side-impact collision.
D) the steering wheel or seat is inappropriately adjusted.

Question 41

All the following are common factors in many types of leisure injuries, EXCEPT

A) use of alcohol.
B) weather.
C) lack of skill.
D) misuse of equipment.

Question 42

All the following are dangerous pedestrian behaviours, EXCEPT

A) facing traffic while walking along a road.
B) wearing dark clothing.
C) crossing between intersections.
D) hitchhiking.

Question 43

All the following are common fatal home injuries, EXCEPT

A) fires.
B) intentional shootings.
C) falls.
D) poisonings.

Question 44

All the following are safe cycling strategies, EXCEPT

A) using lights and reflectors, especially at night or in dark areas.
B) riding against the flow of traffic to increase visibility.
C) wearing a helmet that sits straight on the head.
D) stopping at all stop signs.

Question 45

Which of the following is FALSE regarding preventing poisoning by gases?

A) You should never operate a vehicle in an enclosed space.
B) You should have your furnace inspected yearly.
C) You should always keep a window open in the house.
D) You can safely operate a vehicle in an enclosed space.

Question 46

The first step to take if poisoning occurs is to

A) call for help.
B) remove the victim from contact with the poison.
C) cover the victim with blankets.
D) elevate the victim's feet.

Question 47

The most common type of poisoning by gases is _______________ poisoning.

A) butane
B) propane
C) carbon monoxide
D) chlorine

Question 48

The leading cause of fire deaths is

A) careless smoking.
B) cooking.
C) burning leaves.
D) unattended candles.

Question 49

All the following are recommended strategies for preventing fire injuries, EXCEPT

A) if your clothes catch fire, run to put the flames out.
B) crawl along the floor to help avoid smoke inhalation.
C) check the temperature of a door by feeling it before opening it.
D) take short, shallow breaths, preferably through a wet cloth.

Question 50

All the following are recommended strategies for avoiding falls, EXCEPT

A) setting the base of a straight ladder 1 foot out for every 4 feet of ladder height.
B) installing nonslip applications in the shower or bathtub.
C) standing no higher than the second step from the top of a stepladder.
D) avoiding alcohol or another drug intoxication.

Question 51

Identify the answer that best reflects the highest rate of workplace injuries?

A) construction
B) manufacturing
C) transport
D) transport, manufacturing, or fishing

Question 52

Approximately how many hospitalizations are attributable to poisonings each year in Canada?

A) 1000
B) 3000
C) 5000
D) 10000

Question 53

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding smoke detectors?

A) They should be cleaned monthly.
B) They should be tested yearly.
C) They should be placed on each level of a home.
D) Batteries should be replaced yearly.

Question 54

The Heimlich manoeuvre helps

A) maintain heartbeat.
B) control shock.
C) reduce the impact of trauma.
D) clear an airway.

Question 55

The primary killer in home fires is(are)

A) flames.
B) heat.
C) smoke.
D) poisonous gas.

Question 56

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding carbon monoxide gas?

A) It has a slight rotten-egg smell.
B) It is colourless.
C) It can be easily detected.
D) It rarely causes problems in family homes.

Question 57

Helmets should be worn during all the following activities, EXCEPT

A) snowboarding
B) mountain biking
C) riding a lightweight scooter
D) playing soccer

Question 58

Approximately how many deaths are attributable to carbon monoxide poisoning each year in Canada?

A) 300
B) 800
C) 1500
D) 4000

Question 59

Which one of the following statements is FALSE regarding pedestrians and injury?

A) Wearing stereo headphones while jogging increases the likelihood of being injured.
B) Nearly one third of all pedestrian deaths occur between intersections.
C) Traffic considerations are bigger contributors to pedestrian injuries than is poor decision making.
D) Most pedestrian injuries involve the very young or elderly.

Question 60

What is the cause of about two-thirds of all bicycle-related deaths?

A) shock
B) excessive bleeding
C) head injury
D) ruptured spleen

Question 61

Research suggests that the hormone ________ may be linked to male aggression.

A) estrogen
B) adrenaline
C) testosterone
D) progesterone

Question 62

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding school violence?

A) Most violence occurs in suburban schools.
B) Murder and suicide make up half of all cases reported.
C) Characteristics of violent students may include depression.
D) Children and adolescents have a higher risk of violence at school than at home.

Question 63

Women tend to stay in violent relationships because of

A) high self-esteem.
B) financial independence.
C) belief that their children do not need a father.
D) financial dependence or low self-esteem.

Question 64

All the following are recommendations for safe lifting, EXCEPT

A) lift with your arms straight.
B) bend at the waist.
C) keep the lifted object close to the body.
D) set the object down gently.

Question 65

Which of the following workers is most likely to suffer a work-related injury?

A) technician
B) labourer
C) manager
D) office administrator

Question 66

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding violence?

A) In Canada, crime severity is highest in the North and West.
B) Neighbourhoods that are disadvantaged in status and power are typically the ones with the most violence.
C) Violence is committed by men in most cases.
D) Women are more likely to be perpetrators in violent crimes in small communities.

Question 67

How many people were murdered in Canada in 2017?

A) 245
B) 660
C) 769
D) 1238

Question 68

Which of the following is NOT an example of a type of violence?

A) sexual assault
B) suicide
C) child abuse
D) motor vehicle accident

Question 69

Violent criminals are most often:

A) male.
B) young.
C) poor.
D) young males who are poor.

Question 70

Parents who abuse their children tend to

A) abuse each child equally.
B) believe in physical forms of punishment.
C) have high self-esteem.
D) have strong marriages.

Question 71

All the following behaviours would be considered abuse, EXCEPT

A) physically harming someone
B) arousing fear in someone
C) preventing a person from doing what she wants
D) talking to someone calmly about a disagreement

Question 72

The most common motivating bias in hate crimes is

A) sexual orientation.
B) religious affiliation.
C) ethnicity.
D) national origin.

Question 73

The use of electronic communications to stalk another person is known as

A) cyberwatching.
B) cyberspamming.
C) cyberstalking.
D) cybergenics.

Question 74

Injuries caused by repeated strain on a part of the body are known as

A) arthritis.
B) cumulative trauma disorder.
C) repetitive strain injuries.
D) aggravated joint syndrome.

Question 75

Males who hold traditional beliefs about gender roles tend to

A) have a higher risk for violent behaviour toward their partners.
B) have inflated levels of self-esteem.
C) have fewer problems with alcohol abuse.
D) seldom have the need to demonstrate dominance over their partners.

Question 76

The most common form of elder abuse is

A) physical abuse.
B) emotional abuse.
C) financial exploitation.
D) neglect.

Question 77

What percentage of students report being bullied each week?

A) 3
B) 5
C) 8
D) 10

Question 78

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding gangs?

A) Gang activities are primarily limited to large urban areas.
B) Gangs often serve as a means for companionship and self-esteem.
C) Gang members are more likely than non-gang members to possess weapons.
D) Gangs are common in areas where there is a high proportion of poor people.

Question 79

The most extreme form of sexual coercion is

A) seduction.
B) harassment.
C) solicitation.
D) rape.

Question 80

To avoid being stalked on the Internet, all the following are suggested, EXCEPT

A) never use your real name in a chat room.
B) respond immediately to any harassing e-mail or chat.
C) do not share personal information in a chat room.
D) learn how to filter unwanted e-mail.