Injury Prevention and Safety Quiz

What is the best way to stay safe while using the Internet?

• Share your passwords with close friends

• Keep personal information private

• Accept friend requests from strangers

• Click on any link that looks interesting

Which of the following is an important safety habit when riding in a vehicle?

• Sitting in the front seat at all times

• Wearing a seatbelt correctly

• Leaning out of the window for fresh air

• Turning up the volume on your music

Why is it important to avoid risk-taking behaviors?

• It helps prevent injuries

• It makes you seem more popular

• It encourages peer pressure

• It shows you like to take risks

Which of the following is NOT a way to prevent injuries while playing sports?

• Warming up before activity

• Wearing proper protective gear

• Ignoring pain and pushing through

• Following the rules of the game

What should you do to avoid injury in a public area?

• Stay aware of your surroundings

• Walk alone at night in a poorly lit area

• Ignore safety signs and warnings

• Text while walking in a crowded place

What is the best way to treat a minor cut?

• Rinse with water, apply pressure, and cover with a bandage

• Leave it open to air out

• Rub dirt on it to stop the bleeding

• Squeeze it to see how deep it is

When should you seek medical assistance for a burn?

• If the burn is small and does not blister

• If it covers a large area or is very deep

• If it looks slightly red

• If it does not hurt

What is the first step when treating an insect sting?

• Squeeze the stinger to remove it

• Wash the area with soap and water

• Scratch the sting site to relieve itching

• Ignore it and continue activities

What should you do if someone has a nosebleed?

• Have them lean their head back

• Pinch their nose and have them lean slightly forward

• Lay them flat on their back

• Blow their nose to clear the blood

When should you call 911 for an injury?

• If it is life-threatening or the person cannot move

• If someone scrapes their knee

• If a person has a small bruise

• If a paper cut is bleeding