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WorksheetsLifeSmarts Quest: Health & Safety
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
Your sister has pneumonia. What organ within the body is infected?
Lungs
Heart
Liver
Kidney
What is the danger?
Suffocation
Drowning
Burns
Electrocution
What is the more common term for hypertension?
High blood pressure
Low blood sugar
Asthma
Arthritis
In the U.S., during which season of the year are the UV rays from the sun most intense?
Summer
Winter
Spring
Autumn
Because of its tendency to spread, this is the most serious form of skin cancer:
Melanoma
Basal cell carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma
Actinic keratosis
Aluminum hydroxide is an active ingredient found in what type of OTC medicine that relieves heartburn?
Antacid
Cough suppressant
Antihistamine
Decongestant
What does the acronym AED stand for?
Automated External Defibrillator
Advanced Emergency Device
Automatic Energy Distributor
Acute Emergency Detector
What does the acronym CHIP stand for?
Children’s Health Insurance Program
Community Health Improvement Project
Comprehensive Health Insurance Plan
Childhood Immunization Program
According to the CDC, name two of the five leading causes of death in the U.S. for people between the ages of 10 and 24:
Unintentional injury (accidents, car accidents, drowning); homicide; suicide; cancer; heart disease
Diabetes; stroke; pneumonia; kidney disease; influenza
Alzheimer's disease; chronic lower respiratory diseases; septicemia; liver disease; hypertension
Tuberculosis; malaria; HIV/AIDS; measles; polio
You consider nutrition when ordering fish at a restaurant. Name two reasons you would choose to have the fish broiled rather than fried:
Avoids extra saturated fat; less salt; has fewer calories
Broiled fish is always cheaper than fried fish; it tastes sweeter
Broiled fish contains more sugar and artificial flavors
Broiled fish is always served with butter and cream sauces
You are babysitting, and the child cries when their parents leave the house. What is one constructive action you can take to help calm the child?
Be patient; try to redirect (read a book, engage in an activity); put the child in a safe place (like a crib) for a few minutes
Ignore the child until they stop crying on their own
Tell the child their parents are never coming back
Scold the child for crying
As more of us use digital health technologies, like wearable fitness trackers and telemedicine, describe a positive impact these technologies have for consumers:
Improves access to health care; personalizes care; provides more information; encourages healthy lifestyles
Increases healthcare costs for consumers; limits access to information; discourages healthy behaviors
Reduces the accuracy of health data; makes healthcare less personal; restricts access to care
Decreases communication between patients and providers; promotes unhealthy lifestyles; limits health information
If teens follow strict vegetarian diets, they may not meet their need for what important nutrient?
Iron
Vitamin C
Calcium
Vitamin A
Which of these is a good source of Vitamin B12?
eggs
carrots
grapes
Name the information panel found on OTC medicines to provide you with information:
Drug Facts label
Nutrition Facts label
Supplement Facts label
Warning Label
When you begin driving, you have this type of licensure that only allows you to drive when supervised by a fully licensed driver:
Permit; learner’s permit
Full license
Commercial license
Provisional license
Your body produces about 200 billion of this type of blood cell daily:
Red; red blood cells
White blood cells
Platelets
Plasma cells
A chronic breathing problem common in teens and often associated with allergies is called:
Asthma
Bronchitis
Pneumonia
Emphysema
CPR
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Cerebral Pulmonary Reaction
Cardiac Pulse Recovery
Central Pressure Regulation
RDA
Recommended Dietary Allowance
Required Daily Allowance
Regular Diet Assessment
Reference Diet Amount
Name two micronutrients that are required to be listed on the “Nutrition Facts” food label:
Calcium; iron; vitamin D; potassium
Vitamin C; zinc; magnesium; sodium
Phosphorus; copper; selenium; fluoride
Chloride; biotin; iodine; manganese
Name two of the symptoms a person who is sensitive to monosodium glutamate (MSG) may complain about after eating a large amount of the flavor enhancer:
Flushing; sensations of warmth; headache; sweating; abdominal pain; hives
Increased appetite; dry mouth; blurred vision; sneezing; itchy eyes
Drowsiness; muscle cramps; runny nose; sore throat; coughing
Nausea; dizziness; rapid heartbeat; chills; constipation
Name one benefit to an unborn baby when their mother takes folic acid:
Prevents neural tube defects; prevents spina bifida; helps brain and spinal cord development
Increases risk of allergies; causes hair loss
Leads to low birth weight; causes vision problems
Causes delayed speech; increases risk of asthma
Provide two safety tips when burning candles at home:
Never leave unattended; keep from children; keep from flammable items; extinguish if burning too hot; do not move when lit
Always leave candles burning overnight; place near curtains; let children play with candles; move candles while lit
Burn candles next to paper and fabric; ignore if burning too hot; leave unattended; allow pets near candles
Use candles as a nightlight; store matches nearby; never extinguish; place on unstable surfaces
What is the main reason to separate raw meats from other foods?
Avoid cross contamination
To keep food colorful
To save space in the fridge
To make food taste better
The percentage of costs of a covered health care service that the insured pays, after reaching the deductible, is called:
Coinsurance
Premium
Copayment
Out-of-pocket maximum
Name the vitamin that strengthens bones and helps the body absorb calcium:
Vitamin D
Vitamin C
Vitamin A
Vitamin K
Running stop signs, following other cars too closely, and threatening other drivers describes this type of driving:
Road rage; aggressive driving; bad driving
Defensive driving; safe driving; cautious driving
Eco-friendly driving; fuel-efficient driving; green driving
Distracted driving; inattentive driving; careless driving
Name the only way to ensure that food is cooked to the proper internal temperature:
Use a meat thermometer
Check if the food looks brown
Touch the food to feel if it's hot
Rely on cooking time alone
Group health insurance plans usually share costs between these two entities:
Employer and employee
Government and patient
Insurance company and hospital
Doctor and patient
PFD
Personal Flotation Device
Personal Fire Detector
Portable Fuel Drum
Primary Flight Display
EKG
Electrocardiogram
Electroencephalogram
Echocardiogram
Electromyogram
Name two sections of information you can find on the Drug Facts label:
Active ingredients; purpose; uses; warnings; directions; other information; inactive ingredients
Expiration date; barcode; manufacturer logo; recycling instructions
Serving size; calories; protein; carbohydrates
Recommended daily value; cooking instructions; storage temperature
Personality forms during childhood by these two things:
Heredity and the environment
Education and hobbies
Diet and exercise
Friends and technology
You should not use two OTC medicines with the same active ingredient. Why?
May overdose; may accidentally overdose; may get too much of that active ingredient
It will make the medicine taste bad
It will make the medicine less effective
It will make the medicine expire faster
When you take in more calories than you burn, what happens?
You gain weight
You lose weight
You stay the same weight
You become dehydrated
Name the special type of healthy fat found in fish:
Omega-3 fatty acid
Trans fat
Saturated fat
Cholesterol
What insect carries malaria?
Mosquitoes
Beetles
Butterflies
Ants
Red meat, fish, poultry, tofu, and peanut butter are all good sources of the same nutrient. Name the nutrient:
Protein
Vitamin C
Calcium
Carbohydrate
Radon is a leading cause of this type of cancer:
Lung cancer
Skin cancer
Breast cancer
Colon cancer
These are volatile substances that produce chemical vapors that can be inhaled to create a mind-altering affect:
Inhalants
Stimulants
Hallucinogens
Narcotics
Before removing paint in an older home, precautions must be taken to test for what potentially harmful substance?
Lead
Mercury
Asbestos
Radon
HMO
Health Maintenance Organization
Home Medical Office
Hospital Management Organization
Health Marketing Office
PPE
Personal Protective Equipment
Public Policy Education
Professional Performance Evaluation
Primary Power Equipment
Every person has different calorie needs based on several factors. Which two of the following are such factors?
Age and activity level
Favorite food and height
Eye color and hair color
Shoe size and blood type
Identify two types of costs you will pay to help finance your employer-sponsored health insurance:
Premiums and deductibles
Premiums and dividends
Deductibles and interest fees
Dividends and interest fees
The benefits of regular aerobic exercise include:
Improved cardiovascular health
Increased risk of heart disease
Decreased lung capacity
Weaker immune system
One of the main ways sodium is used by the body is:
To help maintain fluid balance and nerve function
To provide energy for muscles
To build strong bones
To increase blood sugar levels
To be charged with a DWI, your blood alcohol concentration needs to be over what number?
.08%
.05%
.10%
.15%
To help your body absorb iron, it is wise to eat strawberries, citrus fruits, tomatoes, cabbage and broccoli—all foods high in this vitamin:
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin B12
Vitamin A
GFCIs help prevent what?
Electrocution
Overheating
Water leaks
Short circuits
Using a cell phone while driving is dangerous because:
it distracts the driver and increases the risk of accidents.
it improves the driver's focus on the road.
it makes the car go faster automatically.
it helps the driver avoid traffic jams.
Keep space heaters at least this many feet from anything combustible:
3 feet
1 foot
5 feet
10 feet
What is the simplest cure for shin splints?
Rest
Running more
Ignoring the pain
Applying heat
What does the acronym OCD stand for?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Optical Communication Device
Oxygen Concentration Detector
Organizational Control Division
What does the acronym RWI stand for?
Recreational Water Illness
Rapid Weather Index
Regional Wildlife Initiative
Remote Work Interface
More than half of the world’s caloric intake from grains is supplied by just three. Two of these grains are:
Rice and wheat
Barley and oats
Corn and rye
Millet and sorghum
Two health risks for teens who use nicotine are:
Addiction and impaired brain development
Improved concentration and better sleep
Increased muscle strength and faster growth
Enhanced memory and reduced anxiety
Limiting the risk of falls in the home can be accomplished by:
Removing tripping hazards and ensuring good lighting
Placing rugs on slippery floors
Leaving clutter on stairs
Ignoring loose handrails
Which of the following are ways a young person can reduce their risk of osteoporosis?
Engage in regular weight-bearing exercise and consume enough calcium and vitamin D
Avoid all physical activity and limit calcium intake
Eat only processed foods and avoid sunlight
Smoke cigarettes and drink excessive alcohol
How often should smoke detectors be tested?
Once a month
Once a year
Once a week
Every six months
What injury is caused by a blow to the head and can lead to temporary cognitive symptoms?
Concussion
Sprain
Fracture
Dislocation
Your neighbor was rear-ended while driving, and his neck snapped forward and backward quickly. This often results in what injury?
Whiplash
Concussion
Sprained ankle
Broken arm
Studies have shown that young children who regularly view media violence may exhibit what kind of behavior?
Aggressive; violent; antisocial; less sensitive to violence; more fearful
Improved academic performance and increased empathy
Greater interest in outdoor activities and sports
Enhanced problem-solving and teamwork skills
You are traveling abroad for vacation. Where should you pack your medications?
In your carry-on; with you
In your checked luggage only
In a separate bag to be shipped later
Leave them at home and buy new ones abroad
What does the “R” in the MMR vaccine stand for?
Rubella
Rubeola
Rotavirus
Respiratory syncytial virus
BMI
Body Mass Index
Blood Mass Index
Body Muscle Indicator
Bone Mass Index
DNR
Do Not Resuscitate
Do Not Respond
Do Not React
Do Not Report
Name two common signs or symptoms of anxiety:
Nervous; restless; tense; sense of impending danger; increased heart rate; rapid breathing; sweating; weak or tired; trouble sleeping
Sudden weight gain; excessive happiness; improved concentration; increased appetite
Improved memory; enhanced creativity; strong desire to exercise; increased social interaction
Loss of hair color; improved digestion; increased sense of taste; stronger nails
You use the ABCDE rule when checking for skin cancer. List what two of the letters represent:
A = Asymmetry; B = Borders; C = Color; D = Diameter; E = Evolving
A = Alignment; B = Balance; C = Clarity; D = Density; E = Elevation
A = Area; B = Base; C = Condition; D = Depth; E = Extension
A = Angle; B = Bend; C = Curve; D = Dimension; E = Expansion
What causes hypothermia?
Body losing heat faster than it can produce it; prolonged exposure to cold temperatures; inadequate clothing; wet conditions
Excessive sun exposure; dehydration; lack of sleep
Overeating; lack of exercise; high blood pressure
Inhaling polluted air; exposure to loud noises; lack of vitamins
Provide several tips to help manage conflict between friends:
Prioritize open communication; actively listen; identify the root cause of the conflict; find a solution that benefits everyone
Ignore the problem and hope it goes away; avoid talking about it; blame each other
Always agree with your friend even if you disagree; never express your feelings; avoid discussing issues
Let the conflict escalate; involve as many people as possible; refuse to compromise
The complex group of organs and cells that defends the body against infection or disease is known as the: _________
Immune system
Digestive system
Respiratory system
Nervous system
It is dangerous to stand under a tree during a lightning storm because:
the tree can attract lightning and cause injury
the tree provides no shelter from rain
the tree can fall due to strong winds
the tree can block your view of the sky
This ingredient, commonly found in toothpaste, helps prevent tooth decay: _________.
Fluoride
Baking Soda
Sugar
Salt
What safety feature is found on many medicine bottles to help prevent accidental poisoning?
Safety caps
Colorful labels
Measuring spoons
Easy-open lids
More kids end up in the hospital emergency room due to this activity than any other: _________.
Biking
Swimming
Skateboarding
Playing video games
This is the most popular fresh fruit in America, and it provides potassium, vitamin B6, and fiber:
Bananas
Apples
Oranges
Grapes
SPF stands for: _________.
Sun Protection Factor
Special Protection Formula
Skin Protection Formula
Sunlight Prevention Factor
GRAS stands for: _________.
Generally Recognized As Safe
Greatly Reduced Acidic Substances
Genetically Regulated Additive Substances
Globally Recognized As Standard
Two ways to protect your skin from being damaged by the sun are:
Wearing sunscreen and protective clothing
Drinking more water and eating spicy food
Exercising outdoors at noon and using tanning oil
Sleeping during the day and avoiding showers
Identify two of the six behaviors that longitudinal studies identify as contributing to well-being:
Exercising regularly and maintaining strong social relationships
Smoking and excessive drinking
Procrastination and avoiding social contact
Ignoring health and neglecting friendships
Taking brief, periodic breaks while working on a computer is important because:
It helps reduce eye strain and fatigue.
It increases the risk of repetitive strain injuries.
It decreases productivity and focus.
It causes more distractions and interruptions.
Doctors and pharmacists want us to use the dosing cups that come with our medicine because:
they ensure the correct dose is given.
they are easier to clean than spoons.
they look more professional.
they are cheaper to produce than spoons.
The FDA does not recommend using sunscreen on children younger than this age: _________.
Six months
One year
Three months
Nine months
Airbags have been mandated in vehicles since 1998. Which airbags are required by law?
Front airbags
Side airbags
Curtain airbags
Knee airbags
Get it checked out, because a growth, mole, soreness, or discoloration of the skin could be a sign of:
Skin cancer
Psoriasis
Eczema
Rosacea
Many manufacturers voluntarily put dates on food products. Are these dates for food safety or food quality?
Quality
Safety
Expiration
Freshness
It’s storming, the electricity has gone out, and your freezer isn’t running. In most cases, food will remain safe in the unopened freezer for: _________.
One to two days
Three to four hours
Five to six days
Twelve hours
The process by which your body turns food into energy is: _________.
Metabolism
Photosynthesis
Evaporation
Fermentation
What does the acronym ABS stand for? _________?
Antilock Braking System
Automatic Braking Sensor
Air Bag System
Advanced Brake Support
What does the acronym ACA stand for? _________?
Affordable Care Act
American College Association
Automobile Club of America
Association of Chartered Accountants
NSAIDs are commonly used to treat which two of the following conditions?
Arthritis and headaches
Diabetes and asthma
Hypertension and anemia
Glaucoma and hypothyroidism
Select two of the five food components that are part of the MyPlate nutrition diagram:
Fruits and Grains
Candy and Soda
Chips and Cookies
Ice Cream and Cake
Anaphylaxis is caused by a problem with the immune system. What happens?
The immune system overreacts and releases chemicals that cause severe allergic symptoms.
The immune system becomes weaker and cannot fight infections.
The immune system attacks only bacteria and viruses.
The immune system stops working completely.
Community immunity, or herd immunity, works by:
protecting the whole community when a large portion is immune to a disease
making everyone sick at the same time to build resistance
ensuring only children are vaccinated
allowing diseases to spread freely until they disappear
According to My Plate, you should fill this much of your plate with fruits and vegetables at each meal: _________.
One half
One quarter
One third
Three quarters
Name one reason that some food is irradiated: _________.
Prevent foodborne illness; preserve the food; control insects
Enhance flavor only
Increase sugar content
Make food glow in the dark
Beta-carotene, lycopene, and vitamin C are examples of: _________.
Antioxidants
Enzymes
Carbohydrates
Hormones
The process of determining the priority of treatment for accident victims, based on the severity of their condition, is known as: _________.
Triage
Resuscitation
Diagnosis
Rehabilitation
