Deck 21: Personal Safety

Question 1

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding motor-vehicle-related crashes?

A)Most motor vehicle crashes occur 50 miles or more from home.
B)Most motor vehicle crashes occur on roadways with speed limits over 40 miles per hour.
C)Most motor vehicle crashes occur on one-way streets.
D)Bad driving,especially speeding,is the most common cause of motor vehicle crashes.

Answer 1

Bad driving,especially speeding,is the most common cause of motor vehicle crashes.

Question 2

All of the following are strategies for preventing motor vehicle injuries,EXCEPT

A)obeying the speed limit.
B)keeping your car in good working order.
C)always wearing a safety belt.
D)taking less traveled roads instead of interstate highways.

Answer 2

taking less traveled roads instead of interstate highways.

Question 3

Driver distractions such as cell phones contribute to as many as ________ of all motor vehicle crashes.

A)5 percent
B)30 percent
C)50 percent
D)70 percent

Answer 3

50 percent

Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE regarding reducing the risk of injury?

A)Public education campaigns about risky behaviors can help prevent injuries.
B)Engineering strategies such a safety belts can help lower injury rates.
C)Ultimately it is up to each individual to take responsibility for avoiding injuries.
D)Engineering strategies such a safety belts can help lower injury rates;ultimately it is up to each individual to take responsibility for avoiding injuries.
E)All of these statements are true.

Question 5

Advanced air bag systems are being introduced that

A)protect both front- and back-seat passengers.
B)have sensors that respond to crash severity.
C)are voice-activated.
D)detect alcohol and activate immediately.

Question 6

Which of the following is the only type of automobile crash in which front air bags provide substantial protection?

A)a side collision
B)a rollover crash
C)a collision in which your car is struck from the rear
D)a head-on collision

Question 7

The recommended minimum age for front-seat passengers in vehicles with air bags is

A)7 months.
B)13 months.
C)7 years.
D)13 years.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of safety belt use?

A)distribution of the stopping force over the entire body
B)prevention of the "second collision"
C)prevention of being thrown from the car
D)an increase in the confidence of the driver

Question 9

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

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

Question 10

Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death in the United States for people

A)who are retired.
B)under age 45.
C)85 and older.
D)ages 50 to 55.

Question 11

Which one of the following statements is FALSE regarding injuries?

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 12

The primary cause of death in motorcycle crashes is(are)

A)head injuries.
B)chest injuries.
C)spinal injuries.
D)blood loss.

Question 13

Air bags are more likely to cause injury if any of the following occurs,EXCEPT if

A)a person is improperly restrained.
B)a person is sitting too close to the dashboard.
C)deployment occurs as a result of a side-impact collision.
D)the steering wheel or seat is inappropriately adjusted.

Question 14

Which of the following is a characteristic of aggressive driving?

A)tailgating
B)speeding
C)frequent and erratic lane changes
D)tailgating and frequent and erratic lane changes
E)All of these choices are correct.

Question 15

Which of the following types of over-the-counter drugs has been found to impair driving skills as significantly as alcohol intoxication?

A)aspirin
B)antihistamines
C)antifungal medicine
D)decongestants

Question 16

What accounts for more years of potential life lost than any other cause of death?

A)cancer
B)unintentional injuries
C)heart disease
D)stroke

Question 17

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

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

Question 18

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding air bags?

A)Air bags deflate 5 to 6 minutes after a collision.
B)They can injure a short adult who is sitting too close to the dashboard.
C)Second generation airbags are somewhat safe for children.
D)They deflate 5 to 6 minutes after a collision and can injure a short adult who is sitting too close to the dashboard.

Question 19

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.

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

Question 20

The group most affected by motor vehicle crashes is people ages

A)10 to 14.
B)15 to 24.
C)25 to 34.
D)55 to 65.

Question 21

The leading cause of fire deaths is

A)careless smoking.
B)cooking.
C)burning leaves.
D)unattended candles.

Question 22

The first step to take if poisoning occurs is to

A)call for help.
B)remove the victim from contact with the poison.
C)cover the victim with blankets.
D)elevate the victim's feet.

Question 23

All of the following are common fatal home injuries,EXCEPT

A)fires.
B)intentional shootings.
C)falls.
D)poisonings.

Question 24

All of the following are dangerous pedestrian behaviors,EXCEPT

A)facing traffic while walking along a road.
B)wearing dark clothing.
C)crossing between intersections.
D)hitchhiking.

Question 25

Helmets should be worn during which of the following activities?

A)snowboarding
B)mountain biking
C)riding a lightweight scooter
D)snowboarding and mountain biking
E)All of these choices are correct.

Question 26

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding carbon monoxide gas?

A)It has a slight rotten-egg smell.
B)It is colorless.
C)It cannot be detected.
D)It rarely causes problems in family homes.

Question 27

The Heimlich maneuver helps

A)maintain heartbeat.
B)control shock.
C)reduce the impact of trauma.
D)clear an airway.

Question 28

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

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.

Question 29

Probably the best advice for anyone who picks up a gun is to

A)hold it with two hands.
B)determine the type of ammunition it requires.
C)blow down its barrel to clear it of debris.
D)assume it is loaded.

Question 30

All of the following are recommended strategies for avoiding falls,EXCEPT

A)setting the base of a straight ladder 1 foot out for every 4 feet of ladder height.
B)installing nonslip applications in the shower or bathtub.
C)standing no higher than the second step from the top of a stepladder.
D)avoiding alcohol or other drug intoxication.

Question 31

The most common type of poisoning by gases is _______________ poisoning.

A)butane
B)propane
C)carbon monoxide
D)chlorine

Question 32

What is the cause of about two-thirds of all bicycle-related deaths?

A)shock
B)excessive bleeding
C)head injury
D)ruptured spleen

Question 33

Which one of the following statements is FALSE regarding pedestrians and injury?

A)Wearing stereo headphones while jogging increases the likelihood of being injured.
B)Nearly one third of all pedestrian deaths occur between intersections.
C)Traffic considerations are bigger contributors to pedestrian injuries than is poor decision making.
D)Most pedestrian injuries involve the very young or elderly.

Question 34

All of the following are recommended strategies for preventing fire injuries,EXCEPT

A)if your clothes catch fire,run to put the flames out.
B)crawl along the floor to help avoid smoke inhalation.
C)check the temperature of a door by feeling it before opening it.
D)take short,shallow breaths,preferably through a wet cloth.

Question 35

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding smoke detectors?

A)They should be cleaned monthly.
B)They should be tested yearly.
C)They should be placed on each level of a home.
D)Batteries should be replaced yearly.

Question 36

The primary killer in home fires is(are)

A)flames.
B)heat.
C)smoke.
D)poisonous gas.

Question 37

Which of the following workers is most likely to suffer a work-related injury?

A)technician
B)laborer
C)manager
D)office administrator

Question 38

A factor in most fatal motorcycle crashes is

A)the time of day.
B)poor road conditions.
C)multiple collisions.
D)operator error.

Question 39

All of the following are safe cycling strategies,EXCEPT

A)using lights and reflectors,especially at night or in dark areas.
B)riding against the flow of traffic to increase visibility.
C)wearing a helmet that sits straight on the head.
D)stopping at all stop signs.

Question 40

All of the following are common factors in many types of leisure injuries,EXCEPT

A)use of alcohol.
B)weather.
C)lack of skill.
D)misuse of equipment.

Question 41

Which of the following behaviors would be considered abuse?

A)physically harming someone
B)arousing fear in someone
C)preventing a person from doing what she wants
D)compelling a person to behave in ways she doesn't want to behave
E)All of these choices would be considered abuse.

Question 42

What percentage of schools report no incidents of serious violence?

A)5 percent
B)30 percent
C)60 percent
D)90 percent

Question 43

Most of the perpetrators of workplace violence are

A)Hispanic males.
B)African American males.
C)white females.
D)white males.

Question 44

Which of the following is an example of a type of violence?

A)sexual assault
B)suicide
C)child abuse
D)sexual assault and child abuse
E)All of these choices are types of violence.

Question 45

Among women,the leading cause of workplace injury deaths is

A)severe lacerations.
B)homicide.
C)electrocution.
D)crushing injuries.

Question 46

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding gangs?

A)Gang activities are primarily limited to large urban areas.
B)Gangs often serve as a means for companionship and self-esteem.
C)Gang members are more likely than non-gang members to possess weapons.
D)The average age for joining a gang is 14.

Question 47

About what percentage of sexual assaults of women are committed by someone the woman knows?

A)20 percent
B)40 percent
C)60 percent
D)80 percent

Question 48

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding homicide?

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 49

What is the most frequent type of occupational illness?

A)respiratory illness
B)skin disorder
C)infectious disease
D)ingesting poison

Question 50

Research suggests that the hormone ________ may be linked to male aggression.

A)estrogen
B)adrenaline
C)testosterone
D)progesterone

Question 51

The most common motivating bias in hate crimes is

A)sexual orientation.
B)religious affiliation.
C)ethnicity.
D)national origin.

Question 52

Injuries caused by repeated strain on a particular part of the body are known as

A)arthritis.
B)cumulative trauma disorder.
C)repetitive strain injuries.
D)aggravated joint syndrome.

Question 53

Firearms are used in __________ percent of workplace homicides.

A)less than 10
B)more than 20
C)less than 50
D)more than 80

Question 54

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding school violence?

A)Most violence occurs in suburban schools.
B)Murder and suicide make up half of all cases reported.
C)Characteristics of violent students may include depression and uncontrolled anger.
D)Children and adolescents have a higher risk of violence at school than at home.

Question 55

All of the following are recommendations for safe lifting,EXCEPT

A)lift with your arms straight.
B)bend at the waist.
C)keep the lifted object close to the body.
D)set the object down gently.

Question 56

Males who hold traditional beliefs about gender roles tend to

A)have a higher risk for violent behavior toward their partners.
B)have inflated levels of self-esteem.
C)have fewer problems with alcohol abuse.
D)seldom have the need to demonstrate dominance over their partners.

Question 57

Women tend to stay in violent relationships because of

A)low self-esteem.
B)financial dependence.
C)belief that their children need a father.
D)low self-esteem and financial dependence.
E)All of these choices are correct.

Question 58

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding violence?

A)In the United States,violence is highest in the South.
B)Neighborhoods that are disadvantaged in status and power are typically the ones with the most violence.
C)People under the age of 25 account for nearly half of the arrests for violent crimes.
D)Neighborhoods that are disadvantaged in status and power are typically the ones with the most violence,and people under the age of 25 account for nearly half of the arrests for violent crimes.

Question 59

Which country has a homicide death rate that is four to ten times greater than that of similar countries?

A)United States
B)Italy
C)Ireland
D)Germany

Question 60

The use of electronic communications to stalk another person is known as

A)cyberwatching.
B)cyberspamming.
C)cyberstalking.
D)cybergenics.

Question 61

Parents who abuse their children tend to

A)abuse each child equally.
B)believe in physical forms of punishment.
C)have high self-esteem.
D)have strong marriages.

Question 62

Which of the following is the FIRST step in providing emergency care?

A)Call for help using 9-1-1 or a local emergency number.
B)Care for the victim if you know appropriate first aid.
C)Check to see if the situation is safe for you and the injured person.
D)Check the injured person to assess her or his condition.

Question 63

The LEAST frequently occurring form of incest is

A)father-daughter.
B)brother-sister.
C)uncle-niece.
D)mother-son.

Question 64

To avoid being stalked on the Internet,all of the following are suggested,EXCEPT

A)avoid using your real name on the Internet.
B)respond immediately to any harassing e-mail or chat.
C)do not share personal information in public spaces anywhere online.
D)learn how to filter unwanted e-mail.

Question 65

Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding child sexual abusers?

A)Most sexual offenders are heterosexual men.
B)Women more frequently sexually abuse children than do men.
C)Sexual offenders are approximately equally divided between men and women.
D)Sex offenders are rarely known by their victims except in the case of incest.

Question 66

Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding sexual abuse of children?

A)Most sexually abused children are between the ages of 8 and 12 when the abuse first occurs.
B)More boys are abused than girls.
C)Sexual abuse of children is rare in our society.
D)The degree of trauma that sexually abused children experience is consistent among most victims.

Question 67

Which of the following is FALSE regarding sexual harassment?

A)It can occur between people of the same or opposite sex.
B)In many instances,the victims report it to the appropriate authorities.
C)The Human Rights Commission suggests that the victim initially try to ignore the behavior before taking assertive measures.
D)In many instances,the victims report it to the appropriate authorities,and the Human Rights Commission suggests that the victim initially try to ignore the behavior before taking assertive measures.

Question 68

Nearly 90 percent of all motor vehicle crashes are caused by bad driving.

Question 69

Only _______ percent of rapists ever spend a day in jail for their offense.

A)1
B)6
C)25
D)50

Question 70

Which of the following statements is an example of sexual harassment?

A)A boss tells an employee that she'll get a promotion if she has sex with him.
B)A floor supervisor has several calendars of sexually suggestive photos posted in plain view of employees who enter his office for daily status meetings.
C)An employee repeatedly makes unwelcome sexually vulgar remarks to another employee about that person's appearance but never makes physical contact.
D)A boss tells an employee that she'll get a promotion if she has sex with him,and an employee repeatedly makes unwelcome sexually vulgar remarks to another employee about that person's appearance but never makes physical contact.
E)All of these statements are examples of sexual harassment.

Question 71

The most common form of elder abuse is

A)physical abuse.
B)emotional abuse.
C)financial exploitation.
D)neglect.

Question 72

Motor vehicle injuries cost Americans $256 billion in 2008.

Question 73

The most extreme form of sexual coercion is

A)seduction.
B)harassment.
C)solicitation.
D)rape.

Question 74

Conduct of a sexual nature is harassment if it

A)affects employment decisions.
B)interferes with work performance.
C)creates a hostile environment.
D)affects employment decisions and interferes with work performance.
E)All of these choices are correct.

Question 75

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

Question 76

"Years of potential life lost" refers to the difference between one's life expectancy and one's age at death.

Question 77

Strategies to help women avoid consuming a beverage containing a date-rape drug include all of the following,EXCEPT

A)obtaining a fresh drink after leaving one's drink unattended for any period of time.
B)not accepting an opened beverage of any type from a stranger.
C)limiting your drinking to one drink per hour.
D)going to a party or club with several friends.

Question 78

Which one of the following statements is NOT a factor contributing to date rape?

A)There are double standards about appropriate sexual behavior.
B)Some males and females perceive romantic behavior differently.
C)Some males have a hostile attitude toward women.
D)Some men have an androgynous view of sexuality.

Question 79

Motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of severe brain injury in the United States.

Question 80

Which of the following is NOT an example of an emergency rescue technique?

A)the Heimlich maneuver
B)artificial respiration
C)cardiopulmonary resuscitation
D)conflict resolution