Study Set 1 - Personal Safety

Using good judgement, thinking for ourselves, following rules and signs, and thinking before we act.

A brain injury caused by any force to the head or body which interferes with the normal function of the brain.

UV exposure, anaphylaxis, asthma, etc.

<p>a headache, balance problems, dizziness, nausea, feeling “foggy”, visual problems, hearing problems, irritability and/or emotional changes. Physical symptoms include: loss of and/or impaired consciousness poor conduction or balance convulsions gait unsteadiness slow to answer questions, follow directions, easily distracted, emotional disturbance, slurred speech, vomiting, vacant stare</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce the risk of injury and ensure protection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>screen time activities (e.g., watching television, using a computer or tablet, video gaming, texting, using a phone), reading or doing homework, listening to music on headphones, physical activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>cover up with light-coloured, long-sleeved shirts, pants, and a wide-brimmed hat, wear sunglasses that provide protection against UVA and UVB rays, limit time in the sun, use sunscreen with SPF of at least 30</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>skin reactions such as hives, flushed skin, or paleness, suddenly feeling too warm, runny nose and sneezing, swollen tongue or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing, tingling hands, feet, mouth, or scalp</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To stay cool and hydrated and avoid heat illness; dehydration is dangerous and thirst is not a good indicator of dehydration</p> Signup and view all the answers