Preventing Common Causes of Death by Age Group
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What is the most common cause of death for young adults?

  • Fires and burns
  • Suicide
  • Motor vehicle accidents (correct)
  • Drowning
  • What safety measure should be reinforced for middle-aged adults?

  • Fire hazard repairs (correct)
  • Evaluating workplace injuries
  • Avoiding excessive sun radiation
  • Water safety
  • What is a major concern for older adults in terms of accident prevention?

  • Home hazard appraisal
  • Maintaining physical activity
  • Regular vision and hearing tests
  • Driving hazards (correct)
  • Which safety measure is NOT recommended for young adults?

    <p>Evaluating potential workplace injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a specific safety measure recommended for middle-aged adults to prevent accidents at home?

    <p>Testing smoke detectors and fire alarms regularly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a specific hazard for older adults mentioned in the text?

    <p>Driving hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Accidents and Age Groups

    • The most common cause of death for young adults is motor vehicle accidents.
    • For middle-aged adults, fall prevention is a key safety measure to be reinforced.
    • Older adults are at a higher risk of accidents due to medication misuse, which is a major concern for accident prevention.
    • Wearing helmets while playing sports is NOT a recommended safety measure specifically for young adults.
    • A specific safety measure recommended for middle-aged adults to prevent accidents at home is installing grab bars and handrails in key areas.
    • Tripping over wheelchair ramps is a specific hazard mentioned for older adults.

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    This quiz discusses the common causes of death among young adults and middle-aged adults, such as motor vehicle accidents, drowning, fires, burns, and firearms. It also covers safety measures and steps to prevent these incidents. Test your knowledge on preventing common causes of death based on different age groups.

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