Question 1

Which one of the following statements is FALSE regarding injuries?

Accepted Answer

A) Intentional injuries are the leading cause of death in the United States. 
B) Unintentional injuries account for more years of potential life lost than any other cause. 
C) Injuries are labeled intentional or unintentional depending on whether harm is intended. 
D) Events leading to injuries are no longer called "accidents" because the term suggests events beyond human control. 
A) Intentional injuries are the leading cause of death in the United States. 
B) Unintentional injuries account for more years of potential life lost than any other cause. 
C) Injuries are labeled intentional or unintentional depending on whether harm is intended. 
D) Events leading to injuries are no longer called "accidents" because the term suggests events beyond human control.

Question 2

A common human factor that leads to injuries is risk-taking behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A person who tracks his or her partner's time and restricts his or her partner's access to money is exhibiting behaviors associated with battery.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Higher highway speed limits reduce the number of motor vehicle fatalities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Bicycles are considered vehicles and must obey all traffic laws that apply to automobile drivers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The mass media expose audiences of all ages to violence as an acceptable means of solving problems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Describe (a)two strategies for preventing fires, (b)two strategies for preparing for fire-related situations,and (c)three strategies for preventing injuries should a fire occur.For part (c),include what you should do if your clothes catch fire.

Accepted Answer

(a) Two strategies for preventing fires

Question 8

Wearing a safety belt would have prevented fatal injuries for at least ________ of people killed in automobile crashes who were not wearing a safety belt at the time of the crash.

Accepted Answer

A) 10 percent 
B) 25 percent 
C) 45 percent 
D) 60 percent 
A) 10 percent 
B) 25 percent 
C) 45 percent 
D) 60 percent

Question 9

Which of the following is a common cause of motor vehicle injuries?

Accepted Answer

A) fatigue 
B) cell phones 
C) speeding 
D) fatigue and speeding 
E) All of these choices are correct. 
A) fatigue 
B) cell phones 
C) speeding 
D) fatigue and speeding 
E) All of these choices are correct.

Question 10

In cases of child abuse,one child in a family may be perceived by the abuser to be different in some way and singled out for violent treatment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

List at least ten strategies for reducing the risk of motor vehicle injuries.

Accepted Answer

1. Always wear a seatbelt while driving

Question 12

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding homicide?

Accepted Answer

A) Young black males are at the highest risk of death from homicide. 
B) Poverty is a significant factor in homicide. 
C) Most homicides are committed against strangers. 
D) Most homicides are committed with a firearm. 
A) Young black males are at the highest risk of death from homicide. 
B) Poverty is a significant factor in homicide. 
C) Most homicides are committed against strangers. 
D) Most homicides are committed with a firearm.

Question 13

Children can safely sit in the front seat when they are over 4 years of age and have outgrown child safety seats.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Burns are the leading cause of death in fires.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Sexual harassment may take the form of verbal abuse without physical contact.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

For maximum safety,bicycle riders should ride against the flow of traffic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following criteria is NOT a consideration in setting speed limits?

Accepted Answer

A) ideal driving conditions 
B) road conditions 
C) safest maximum speed 
D) auto type 
A) ideal driving conditions 
B) road conditions 
C) safest maximum speed 
D) auto type

Question 18

The most common type of poisoning by gas is carbon monoxide poisoning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

To prevent back injuries,heavy objects should be carried as far away from the body as possible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following is TRUE regarding preventing poisoning by gases?

Accepted Answer

A) You should never operate a vehicle in an enclosed space. 
B) You should have your furnace inspected yearly. 
C) You should keep a window open in the house at all times. 
D) You should never operate a vehicle in an enclosed space,and you should have your furnace inspected yearly. 
A) You should never operate a vehicle in an enclosed space. 
B) You should have your furnace inspected yearly. 
C) You should keep a window open in the house at all times. 
D) You should never operate a vehicle in an enclosed space,and you should have your furnace inspected yearly.

Exam 21: Personal Safety

Which one of the following statements is FALSE regarding injuries?

A common human factor that leads to injuries is risk-taking behavior.

A person who tracks his or her partner's time and restricts his or her partner's access to money is exhibiting behaviors associated with battery.

Higher highway speed limits reduce the number of motor vehicle fatalities.

Bicycles are considered vehicles and must obey all traffic laws that apply to automobile drivers.

The mass media expose audiences of all ages to violence as an acceptable means of solving problems.

Describe (a)two strategies for preventing fires, (b)two strategies for preparing for fire-related situations,and (c)three strategies for preventing injuries should a fire occur.For part (c),include what you should do if your clothes catch fire.

Wearing a safety belt would have prevented fatal injuries for at least ________ of people killed in automobile crashes who were not wearing a safety belt at the time of the crash.

Which of the following is a common cause of motor vehicle injuries?

In cases of child abuse,one child in a family may be perceived by the abuser to be different in some way and singled out for violent treatment.

List at least ten strategies for reducing the risk of motor vehicle injuries.

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding homicide?

Children can safely sit in the front seat when they are over 4 years of age and have outgrown child safety seats.

Burns are the leading cause of death in fires.

Sexual harassment may take the form of verbal abuse without physical contact.

For maximum safety,bicycle riders should ride against the flow of traffic.

Which of the following criteria is NOT a consideration in setting speed limits?

The most common type of poisoning by gas is carbon monoxide poisoning.

To prevent back injuries,heavy objects should be carried as far away from the body as possible.

Which of the following is TRUE regarding preventing poisoning by gases?

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