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Health and Safety Basics

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 14mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Aria is about to eat lunch at school. What is one of the first lines of defense to help prevent the spread of germs?

a)

Handwashing

b)

Wearing sunglasses

c)

Eating candy

d)

Running fast

2.

Maya wants to maintain good dental health. Her dentist recommends a preventive dental health plan that includes ________, brushing, and regular dental visits.

a)

flossing

b)

rinsing

c)

chewing gum

d)

eating sweets

3.

When you choose to reduce your risk of being injured, you are being a good steward of the body God gave you.

a)

True

b)

False

4.

Oliver is organizing his kitchen and makes sure to store cleaning products and medicines safely out of reach. Can proper organization and storage prevent most accidental poisonings?

a)

True

b)

False

5.

What is the immediate assistance given to someone with any sort of illness or injury called?

a)

First aid

b)

Emergency surgery

c)

Medical insurance

d)

Hospitalization

6.

Nora is at a park when she sees someone suddenly collapse and become unresponsive. She checks and finds that the person's heart has stopped beating. What is the procedure Nora should perform in this emergency situation?

a)

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

b)

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

c)

Angioplasty

d)

Pacemaker implantation

7.

Define: universal precautions

a)

Universal precautions are steps taken to prevent the spread of disease by treating all human blood and certain body fluids as if they were known to be infectious.

b)

Universal precautions are steps taken to ensure all medical equipment is sterilized before use.

c)

Universal precautions are guidelines for disposing of medical waste only.

d)

Universal precautions are procedures for handling non-infectious materials in hospitals.

8.

Define: personal protective equipment

a)

Personal protective equipment is specialized clothing or equipment worn for protection against health and safety hazards.

b)

Personal protective equipment is a type of machinery used in construction.

c)

Personal protective equipment refers to office supplies used for administrative tasks.

d)

Personal protective equipment is a form of entertainment device used in leisure activities.

9.

Define: blood-borne pathogen

a)

A blood-borne pathogen is a microorganism in human blood that can cause disease in humans.

b)

A blood-borne pathogen is a type of cell that helps in blood clotting.

c)

A blood-borne pathogen is a protein found in blood plasma that transports oxygen.

d)

A blood-borne pathogen is a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.

10.

Charlotte is at a restaurant and suddenly develops difficulty breathing, swelling of her face, and a rapid heartbeat after eating a dish containing peanuts. What is Charlotte most likely experiencing?

a)

Anaphylaxis is a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction.

b)

Anaphylaxis is a mild skin irritation caused by pollen.

c)

Anaphylaxis is a chronic respiratory disease.

d)

Anaphylaxis is a type of bacterial infection.

11.

Define: hypothermia

a)

Hypothermia is a condition in which body temperature drops below the normal range, causing the body to lose heat faster than it can produce it.

b)

Hypothermia is a condition in which the body temperature rises above the normal range due to excessive heat.

c)

Hypothermia is a disease caused by bacteria affecting the respiratory system.

d)

Hypothermia is a condition where the body produces more heat than it loses, leading to fever.

12.

Define: frostbite

a)

Frostbite is an injury caused by freezing of the skin and underlying tissues.

b)

Frostbite is a type of sunburn caused by exposure to high temperatures.

c)

Frostbite is a skin condition caused by excessive sweating.

d)

Frostbite is an allergic reaction to pollen.

13.

After running a marathon on a hot day, Ethan starts feeling dizzy and weak. He has been sweating a lot and hasn't had much water or salt. What condition is Ethan most likely experiencing?

a)

Heat exhaustion is a condition caused by excessive loss of water and salt through sweating, usually due to hot weather or physical exertion.

b)

Heat exhaustion is a condition caused by eating contaminated food.

c)

Heat exhaustion is a condition caused by lack of sleep.

d)

Heat exhaustion is a condition caused by exposure to cold weather.

14.

Define: heatstroke

a)

Heatstroke is a severe heat illness caused by the body overheating, usually as a result of prolonged exposure to or physical exertion in high temperatures.

b)

Heatstroke is a mild skin irritation caused by exposure to cold weather.

c)

Heatstroke is a respiratory illness caused by inhaling polluted air.

d)

Heatstroke is a digestive disorder caused by consuming contaminated food.

15.

You find someone who is not breathing on their own. You ask the if they are ok and get no response. What is the 1st thing you should do next?

a)

place the patient in recovery position

b)

begin chest compressions

c)

call 911

d)

begin assisted breathing

16.
True or False: If you are in a building that is on fire, you should grab your belongings before leaving the building.
a)
True
b)
False
17.

If your clothing catches on fire you should...

a)

run around to put the fire out.

b)

stop, drop, and roll to put the fire out.

18.

What should you do if someone is bleeding heavily?

a)

Apply a tourniquet immediately

b)

Apply direct pressure to the wound

c)

Give them water to drink

d)

Move them to a sitting position

19.

What is the most appropriate first aid treatment for a minor burn?

a)

Apply ice directly to the burn.

b)

Cover the burn with butter or oil.

c)

Rinse the burn under cool water and cover it with a sterile bandage.

d)

Expose the burn to sunlight to decrease healing time.

20.

What is the recommended action if someone is choking and cannot breathe?

a)

Give them water to drink

b)

Perform the Heimlich manoeuvre

c)

Lay them down flat

d)

Call for an ambulance immediately

21.

2.       Why is ice used in the RICE method?

a)

A)     To increase blood flow

b)

B)     To decrease swelling and pain

c)

C)     To improve flexibility

d)

D)     To heal the bone

22.

1.       What is a sprain?

a)

A)     A tear in a muscle

b)

B)     When a ligament is stretched too far or tears.

c)

C)     A tear in a bone

d)

D)     A tear in skin tissue

23.

4.       Why is it important to elevate an injured area?

a)

A)     To increase pain

b)

B)     To reduce swelling and promote blood flow

c)

C)     To immobilize the area

d)

D)     To make it easier to move

24.

What is the number for the National Poison Control Center?

a)

800-222-1222

b)

911

c)

311

d)

281-330-8004

e)

1800-101-6789

25.

_____________ provide reasonable protection against lawsuits and encourage people to help others during an emergency.

a)

Good Samaritan Laws

b)

EMS

c)

Lawyers

d)

Police