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Close to 1 million premature deaths are caused by air pollution each year around the world.
Close to 1 million premature deaths are caused by air pollution each year around the world.
False (B)
Heredity is considered a controllable risk factor.
Heredity is considered a controllable risk factor.
False (B)
Making good lifestyle choices will prevent all diseases.
Making good lifestyle choices will prevent all diseases.
False (B)
According to the direct instruction, which of the following is a leading cause of death among young people in the United States?
According to the direct instruction, which of the following is a leading cause of death among young people in the United States?
If someone is predisposed to a disease, they are more likely to contract the disease due to __________.
If someone is predisposed to a disease, they are more likely to contract the disease due to __________.
Mindy is speaking at a community event to help people understand the importance of healthy eating. Which statement BEST describes Mindy's behavior?
Mindy is speaking at a community event to help people understand the importance of healthy eating. Which statement BEST describes Mindy's behavior?
Personal behavior is the only factor that determines if a person becomes ill.
Personal behavior is the only factor that determines if a person becomes ill.
Which of the following is NOT a reason why communicable diseases, such as pneumonia, kill fewer people today than they did in the past?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why communicable diseases, such as pneumonia, kill fewer people today than they did in the past?
Amanda (age 39) lives a hectic life that allows for little sleep. She doesn't eat a healthy diet or exercise. She is worried because her mother developed heart disease at the age of 40. What are the uncontrollable risk factors in Amanda's situation?
Amanda (age 39) lives a hectic life that allows for little sleep. She doesn't eat a healthy diet or exercise. She is worried because her mother developed heart disease at the age of 40. What are the uncontrollable risk factors in Amanda's situation?
Which of the following is a controllable risk factor of infectious diseases?
Which of the following is a controllable risk factor of infectious diseases?
An advocate speaks out in favor of something they believe in.
An advocate speaks out in favor of something they believe in.
A risk factor can be defined as anything that increases the likelihood of injury or disease.
A risk factor can be defined as anything that increases the likelihood of injury or disease.
Deaths due to lifestyle diseases have declined since the early 1900s.
Deaths due to lifestyle diseases have declined since the early 1900s.
Which of the following could be a potential safety hazard of indoor recreation?
Which of the following could be a potential safety hazard of indoor recreation?
Which of the following steps is NOT involved in drownproofing?
Which of the following steps is NOT involved in drownproofing?
Diarrhea is the most common recreational water illness because it is caused by dehydration.
Diarrhea is the most common recreational water illness because it is caused by dehydration.
When planning a water activity, it's best to include a friend or a group of friends rather than going alone, even if it's an easy activity.
When planning a water activity, it's best to include a friend or a group of friends rather than going alone, even if it's an easy activity.
It is not necessary to wear a lifejacket on a boat as long as there is one available.
It is not necessary to wear a lifejacket on a boat as long as there is one available.
Which of the following is of the least importance for safety when planning a recreational outing?
Which of the following is of the least importance for safety when planning a recreational outing?
What was the greatest cause of weather-related fatalities in the United States in 2008?
What was the greatest cause of weather-related fatalities in the United States in 2008?
It is unimportant to take the weather into account when you are planning water activities.
It is unimportant to take the weather into account when you are planning water activities.
Wilma is 4'8" tall and needs to get a glass from a top shelf of a cabinet. Which of the following is the safest choice for Wilma?
Wilma is 4'8" tall and needs to get a glass from a top shelf of a cabinet. Which of the following is the safest choice for Wilma?
Recreational water illnesses can only be contracted in fresh water sources, not swimming pools.
Recreational water illnesses can only be contracted in fresh water sources, not swimming pools.
When hiking or climbing, it is important to be watchful of areas where erosion has occurred, due to an increased risk of rock slides.
When hiking or climbing, it is important to be watchful of areas where erosion has occurred, due to an increased risk of rock slides.
Strong swimmers do NOT need to restrict themselves to swimming in areas patrolled by lifeguards.
Strong swimmers do NOT need to restrict themselves to swimming in areas patrolled by lifeguards.
All houses are built according to safety standards, so it is not important to consider injury prevention while at home.
All houses are built according to safety standards, so it is not important to consider injury prevention while at home.
Which is the BEST place to store medication?
Which is the BEST place to store medication?
When is it NOT necessary for a person to wear sunscreen during a recreational activity?
When is it NOT necessary for a person to wear sunscreen during a recreational activity?
"Make haste slowly" summarizes the attributes of a rescuer when applying first aid.
"Make haste slowly" summarizes the attributes of a rescuer when applying first aid.
Which of the following is the proper order for treating sprains?
Which of the following is the proper order for treating sprains?
Which type of burn is BEST described in the image below? Max Loss Of Skin, Reduced Feeling, Almost Whitish
Which type of burn is BEST described in the image below? Max Loss Of Skin, Reduced Feeling, Almost Whitish
Which of the following is TRUE for CPR chest compressions?
Which of the following is TRUE for CPR chest compressions?
Personal protective equipment is unnecessary when providing first aid.
Personal protective equipment is unnecessary when providing first aid.
First aid can be administered to minor injuries, but severe injuries should be left for a professional.
First aid can be administered to minor injuries, but severe injuries should be left for a professional.
Consent from the victim is not always needed before providing first aid.
Consent from the victim is not always needed before providing first aid.
Which type of burn is BEST described in the image below? Blisters, Scarring, More Pain
Which type of burn is BEST described in the image below? Blisters, Scarring, More Pain
What does the C in the ABCs of resuscitation stand for?
What does the C in the ABCs of resuscitation stand for?
Which of the following is NOT a type of injury commonly treated by first aid?
Which of the following is NOT a type of injury commonly treated by first aid?
Which of the following statements BEST explains why third-degree burns are less painful than second-degree burns?
Which of the following statements BEST explains why third-degree burns are less painful than second-degree burns?
First aid can be administered to minor injuries, but severe injuries should be left for a professional.
First aid can be administered to minor injuries, but severe injuries should be left for a professional.
If additional bandages are needed for a severely bleeding wound they should be placed on top of the older bandages.
If additional bandages are needed for a severely bleeding wound they should be placed on top of the older bandages.
People with first aid training can provide less assistance to accident victims than people without first aid training.
People with first aid training can provide less assistance to accident victims than people without first aid training.
The Heimlich maneuver, or abdominal thrust, should be used when someone is choking.
The Heimlich maneuver, or abdominal thrust, should be used when someone is choking.
Smoke alarms are only necessary in the workplace.
Smoke alarms are only necessary in the workplace.
The ABCs of first aid stand for __________.
The ABCs of first aid stand for __________.
Which of the following is NOT a necessary first aid procedure for treating cuts?
Which of the following is NOT a necessary first aid procedure for treating cuts?
First aid is important because it __________.
First aid is important because it __________.
Which of the following is NOT a safety precaution that should be practiced at home?
Which of the following is NOT a safety precaution that should be practiced at home?
Pollution does not generally impact the safety of outdoor activities since it's generally restricted to cities.
Pollution does not generally impact the safety of outdoor activities since it's generally restricted to cities.
Which of the following procedures for providing first aid for severe bleeding is NOT correct?
Which of the following procedures for providing first aid for severe bleeding is NOT correct?
Burns are classified into four different groups.
Burns are classified into four different groups.
What are three things you can do to prevent a fire from occurring in your home?
What are three things you can do to prevent a fire from occurring in your home?
Water on the kitchen floor at home is considered a safety hazard.
Water on the kitchen floor at home is considered a safety hazard.
Why is it important to consider wildlife when planning an outdoor activity?
Why is it important to consider wildlife when planning an outdoor activity?
What types of outdoor activities can be impacted by pollution and how can they be affected?
What types of outdoor activities can be impacted by pollution and how can they be affected?
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Study Notes
Health and Wellness Questions and Concepts
- Air pollution results in approximately 1 million premature deaths annually worldwide.
- Heredity is considered an uncontrollable risk factor, not a controllable one.
- Making good lifestyle choices cannot guarantee the prevention of all diseases.
- Accidents are a leading cause of death among young people in the United States.
- A predisposition to a disease is influenced by heredity.
- A health advocate helps to educate others on healthy lifestyle choices.
- Personal behavior is not the sole factor contributing to illness; multiple factors exist.
- Improved living conditions, medical advances, and preventive treatments have reduced deaths from communicable diseases, but slower population growth is not a significant reason.
- Uncontrollable risk factors in health can include heredity, age, and gender.
- Drug abuse is a controllable risk factor for infectious diseases, while heredity is not.
First Aid Fundamentals
- An advocate supports and promotes causes they believe in.
- A risk factor increases the likelihood of injury or disease.
- Deaths from lifestyle diseases have not declined since the early 1900s.
- Indoor recreational hazards can include unclean liquid spills.
- Drownproofing does not involve swimming closer to the shore and then relaxing.
- Diarrhea is not the most common recreational water illness; it is linked to contamination.
- Participating in activities with friends enhances safety.
- Lifejackets are essential whenever on a boat, regardless of availability.
- Knowing local weather conditions is crucial for planning safe outings.
- In emergencies, when severe bleeding is present, additional bandages should be placed over old ones.
Safety Guidelines and Precautions
- Medication should be stored in a childproof container on a high shelf.
- Sunscreen should be applied, even when not sunny, to protect against UV rays.
- Proper first aid for sprains involves applying ice, wrapping, elevating, and resting the injured area.
- CPR chest compressions must be performed at a rate of 100 per minute.
- Personal protective equipment is crucial when administering first aid.
- Consent is not always needed to provide immediate first aid.
- The ABCs of resuscitation refer to Airway, Breathing, and Circulation.
- Common injuries treated by first aid include burns, cuts, and sprains, but not hernias.
- Third-degree burns can be less painful due to nerve damage, although they are more severe.
- Fire prevention strategies include keeping flammable materials away from heat sources and unplugging non-used appliances.
Environmental and Activity Safety
- Pollution can negatively impact outdoor activities beyond urban areas.
- First aid procedures for severe bleeding must avoid having the victim sit upright.
- Water on floors represents a safety hazard in homes.
- Awareness of wildlife risks and poisonous plants is important when planning outdoor activities to ensure safety against potential hazards.
- The impact of air pollution includes respiratory issues, especially for vulnerable populations like the elderly and children.
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