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WorksheetsPoison Prevention Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
(a) accounts for nearly 85% of poisonings.
Poisonous items or substances that children might come in contact with include:
Household cleaning products
Carbon monoxide
Pesticides
Toxic Plants
All of the above
Some signs and symptoms that can indicate a poison emergency include:
Drowsiness
Sluggishness
Dizziness
Vomiting
All of the above
In the case of a suspected poisoning, acting (a) and efficiently can save a child's life.
What is the number for the National Poison Control Center?
800-222-1222
911
311
281-330-8004
1800-101-6789
The (a) solution you use to sanitize toys and surfaces is also a hazard to children, and should be kept out of their reach at all times.
Children under what age make up the highest number of poisoning casualties?
18 years old
12 years old
5 years old
1 year old
What substance can be absorbed into skin or eyes through mucus membranes and into the bloodstream?
Pesticides
Plants
Hand sanitizer
All of the above
(a) is breathing fumes into the lungs and bloodstream.
What is the single most common emergency in children?
Car accidents
Poisoning
Fires
Electrocution
You should keep this away from children at all times.
Ammonia
Vitamins
Adhesives and Glues
Nail Polish
All of the above
True or False. Some symptoms of poisoning can cause obvious pain, while others are painless or symptom free.
True
False
Child care providers must be knowledgeable of all aspects of poison prevention and incorporate a regular prevention (a) into their daily routines.
True or False. Bites can cause allergic reactions , or may contain components that can be toxic or even deadly.
True
False
True or False. If a child has excessive drooling, he/she has definitely been poisoned.
True
False
