Deck 11: Teaching Sun Safety

Question 1

This environmental factor affecting ultraviolet exposure indicates that that amount of ultraviolet radiation increases where the atmosphere is thinner because it is less able to absorb ultraviolet B.

A)Time of day
B)Geographical location
C)Season
D)Altitude

Answer 1

Altitude

Question 2

Ultraviolet radiation can be reflected off all of the following EXCEPT

A)grass.
B)the Empire State Building.
C)air molecules.
D)Lake Ontario.

Answer 2

Lake Ontario.

Question 3

This environmental factor affecting ultraviolet exposure indicates that most radiation occurs between 9 AM and 3 PM.

A)Time of day
B)Geographical location
C)Season
D)Altitude

Answer 3

Time of day

Question 4

Intrinsic factors affecting ultraviolet exposure include

A)melanin.
B)age.
C)attitude.
D)gender.

Question 5

This environmental factor affecting ultraviolet exposure indicates that an increase or decrease of ultraviolet radiation occurs at different times throughout the year due to the angle of the sun.

A)Time of day
B)Geographical location
C)Season
D)Altitude

Question 6

The greatest amount of ultraviolet radiation occurs between ________.

A)8 AM to 10 AM
B)11 AM to 1 PM
C)1 PM to 3 PM
D)3 PM to 5 PM

Question 7

To avoid harmful ultraviolet radiation,the best time of day for a child to play outside is from ________.

A)8 AM to 9 AM
B)10 AM to 11 AM
C)12 PM to 1 PM
D)2 PM to 3 PM

Question 8

Ultraviolet ________ radiation does not cause sunburn,but can indirectly damage DNA.

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D

Question 9

All of the following are factors affecting ultraviolet exposure EXCEPT

A)environmental factors.
B)intrinsic factors.
C)the ultraviolet index.
D)age.

Question 10

The ultraviolet index rates intensity levels on a scale of ________ for every ZIP code in the United States.

A)0 to 10+
B)0 to 11+
C)1 to 10+
D)1 to 11+

Question 11

This environmental factor affecting ultraviolet exposure indicates that solar radiation decreases as one moves farther from the equator.

A)Time of day
B)Geographical location
C)Season
D)Altitude

Question 12

According to the Ultraviolet Index of Risk for Skin Damage and Sun Protection Behaviors,an ultraviolet index of 12 is considered

A)moderate.
B)high.
C)very high.
D)extreme.

Question 13

Much of ultraviolet ________ radiation is absorbed in the ozone layer of the Earth's atmosphere,but its high-energy rays are destructive to DNA and can cause skin cancer.

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D

Question 14

The spectrum of ________ is divided into three bands: A,B,and C.

A)infrared rays
B)ultraviolet radiation
C)melanin
D)altitude

Question 15

This environmental factor affecting ultraviolet exposure indicates that higher levels of ultraviolet radiation occur on sunny days.

A)Season
B)Altitude
C)Weather conditions
D)Ozone in the atmosphere

Question 16

According to the Ultraviolet Index of Risk for Skin Damage and Sun Protection Behaviors,an ultraviolet index of 9 is considered

A)low.
B)moderate.
C)high.
D)very high.

Question 17

The sun's rays include

A)only visible light.
B)only light that cannot be seen.
C)visible light and one type of light that cannot be seen.
D)visible light and two types of light that cannot be seen.

Question 18

The ultraviolet index

A)reports previous ultraviolet radiation levels throughout the United States.
B)predicts the next day's ultraviolet radiation levels throughout the United States.
C)indicates how much sunscreen to wear.
D)estimates the amount of melanin produced by skin cells.

Question 19

Ultraviolet ________ radiation is the highest energy type of UV light and potentially the most damaging.

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D

Question 20

According to the Ultraviolet Index of Risk for Skin Damage and Sun Protection Behaviors,an ultraviolet index of 4 is considered

A)low.
B)moderate.
C)high.
D)very high.

Question 21

A sunscreen with an SPF of 30 protects the skin from ________ of ultraviolet B radiation.

A)85%
B)90%
C)93%
D)97%

Question 22

Which of the following sun-safety behaviors for students will help prevent eye problems and premature wrinkles?

A)Wear protective clothing
B)Wear sunglasses
C)Play in the shade
D)Limit time in the sun at midday

Question 23

A sunscreen with an SPF of 15 protects the skin from ________ of ultraviolet B radiation.

A)85%
B)90%
C)93%
D)97%

Question 24

To stress an immediate risk of exposure to ultraviolet radiation to students,a teacher should focus on

A)sunburn.
B)basal cell carcinoma.
C)malignant melanoma.
D)macular degeneration.

Question 25

This risk of exposure to ultraviolet radiation is damage to areas in the lens of the eye,which causes cloudiness of vision.

A)Sunburn
B)Heat stress
C)Skin cancer
D)Cataracts

Question 26

Sunscreen ________ the sun's rays while sunblock ________ the sun's rays.

A)obstructs; attracts
B)attracts; obstructs
C)absorbs; reflects
D)reflects; absorbs

Question 27

According to the news clip on the health benefits of vitamin D,it is recommended that children

A)always wear SPF 15 sunscreen outdoors.
B)always wear SPF 30 sunscreen outdoors.
C)get 5 to 15 minutes of sun without sunscreen and then apply SPF 15 sunscreen outdoors.
D)get 20 to 30 minutes of sun without sunscreen and then apply SPF 30 sunscreen outdoors.

Question 28

Benefits of exposure to ultraviolet radiation include

A)seasonal affective disorder and vitamin D.
B)seasonal affective disorder and rickets.
C)treatment for certain skin disorders and vitamin C.
D)treatment for certain skin disorders and vitamin D.

Question 29

To stress a long-term consequence of exposure to ultraviolet radiation to students,a teacher should focus on

A)sunburn.
B)heat stress.
C)skin cancer.
D)memory loss.

Question 30

This risk of exposure to ultraviolet radiation includes heavy sweating,weakness,dizziness,headache,and nausea.

A)Sunburn
B)Heat stress
C)Skin cancer
D)Cataracts

Question 31

The number of minutes of sunlight per day needed for vitamin D synthesis is determined by all of the following EXCEPT

A)whether or not the person lives in the east or west hemisphere.
B)whether the person is fair skinned or dark skinned.
C)whether it is the morning,afternoon or evening.
D)whether it is summer,fall,winter or spring.

Question 32

This risk of exposure to ultraviolet radiation can usually be treated by excision.

A)Sunburn
B)Heat stress
C)Skin cancer
D)Cataracts

Question 33

School-wide initiatives for implementing a sun-safety program include all of the following EXCEPT

A)student understanding of when,where,and how to apply sunscreen or sunblock and lip balm.
B)recess times scheduled between 10 AM and 3 PM.
C)students wearing protective hats,clothing,and sunglasses.
D)adequate areas of shade on the playground.

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a risk of exposure to ultraviolet radiation?

A)Sunburn
B)Heat stress
C)Memory loss
D)Skin cancer

Question 35

Which of the following sun-safety behaviors for students will help them understand how often and where to apply sun protection?

A)Understanding the ultraviolet index
B)Use sunscreen properly
C)Wear protective clothing
D)Wear sunglasses

Question 36

Which of the following sun-safety behaviors for students will help them interpret the rating scale and determine when to play in indoor areas?

A)Understanding the ultraviolet index
B)Use sunscreen properly
C)Wear protective clothing
D)Wear sunglasses

Question 37

This risk of exposure to ultraviolet radiation is the most common immediate risk and is characterized by redness and heat over a small percentage of the body.

A)Sunburn
B)Heat stress
C)Skin cancer
D)Cataracts

Question 38

Which of the following sun-safety behaviors for students may offer protection similar to SPF 30 sunscreen?

A)Understanding the ultraviolet index
B)Use sunscreen properly
C)Wear protective clothing
D)Wear sunglasses

Question 39

Sunblocks contain ingredients such as ________ and ________ that reflect the sun's rays.

A)titanium oxide; zinc oxide
B)alkyl benzoate; isopropylparaben
C)glycerin; isopropylparaben
D)cetyl alcohol; zinc oxide

Question 40

Sunscreen SPF stands for

A)sun prediction factor.
B)sun protection factor.
C)sun prediction filament.
D)sun protection filament.

Question 41

Skin color is an environmental factor affecting UV exposure.

Question 42

About 20 percent of all Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime.

Question 43

According to the News Clip on the health benefits of Vitamin D,100% of our Vitamin D requirement comes from the sun.

Question 44

Infrared rays are shorter than visible light and have more energy.

Question 45

Squamous cell carcinoma is the most serious form of skin cancer.

Question 46

The UV index predicts the next day's UV radiation levels.

Question 47

Forty-eight percent of Caucasian women,ages 15-49 throughout the United States were Vitamin D deficient.

Question 48

A benefit of exposure to UV radiation is Vitamin D.

Question 49

The greatest amount of UV radiation occurs between 9AM and 5PM.

Question 50

Which of the following sun-safety behaviors for students can be emphasized by using the Shadow Index?

A)Wear protective clothing
B)Wear sunglasses
C)Play in the shade
D)Limit time in the sun at midday

Question 51

Among Vitamin D's role in the maintenance of bone health,it also improves muscle function,regulates blood pressure and contributes to immunity.

Question 52

Sunburn,heat stress,and hot flashes are all risks of UV exposure.

Question 53

The spectrum of ultraviolet radiation is split into four bands.

Question 54

The SunWise sun-safety program was developed by

A)the Sun Safety Alliance.
B)the National Safety Council.
C)Sun Safety for Kids.
D)the U.S.Environmental Protection Agency.

Question 55

The SunWise sun-safety program for teachers includes all of the following components EXCEPT

A)free sunscreen and derma scans.
B)a program guide describing available teaching materials and action steps for sun protection.
C)lesson plans,instructional materials,and evaluation instruments.
D)PowerPoint presentations with basic sun safety facts.

Question 56

Skin color and genetics are intrinsic factors that affect UV radiation.

Question 57

According to the Shadow Index

A)a tall shadow indicates high ultraviolet radiation.
B)a tall shadow indicates low ultraviolet radiation.
C)a tall shadow indicates morning sunlight.
D)a tall shadow indicates afternoon sunlight.

Question 58

Which of the following sun-safety behaviors for students can be achieved by giving them a tour of the outdoor play area and pointing out specific sun-safe areas?

A)Wear protective clothing
B)Wear sunglasses
C)Play in the shade
D)Limit time in the sun at midday

Question 59

According to the News Clip on health benefits of Vitamin D,it takes 15-30 minutes of sunlight exposure to synthesize Vitamin D in the skin.

Question 60

Ultraviolet rays are shorter than visible light and have more energy.

Question 61

When applying sunscreen,it is important to reapply every 2 hours.

Question 62

A sunscreen with an SPF of 15 protects the skin from 93% of UVB radiation.

Question 63

A black hat,black shorts,and gray shirt comprises appropriate protective clothing.

Question 64

The best time for children to play is midday.

Question 65

One schoolwide sun-safety initiative involves teaching students when,where,and how to apply sunscreen.

Question 66

Sunscreens absorb the suns rays while sunblock reflects it.

Question 67

When the SPF of sunscreen is doubled,the percent of protection is doubled.

Question 68

It is important for students to understand the UV index.

Question 69

One schoolwide sun-safety initiative includes shaded playgrounds.

Question 70

It is suggested that children NEVER have any unblocked time in the sun.

Question 71

It is important to include parents and community members in schoolwide sun-safety initiatives.

Question 72

On average,the majority of sun damage that occurs to a person's skin occurs during the school-age years.

Question 73

Heat stress is a long-term risk of UV exposure.

Question 74

The Environmental Protection Agency developed a sun-safety program called SunWise.

Question 75

SPF stands for sun protection factor.