Signs
What is the color of a "caution" sign?
Yellow
True or False? Bikers have the right of way in NYC.
False.
What are three ways to cool down when the temperature is hot outside?
Cool showers, drinking water, AC, fans, light colored clothing
What season are falls most common?
Winter
What is the meaning of this sign?
Trip hazard
What signs are utilized to indicate whether a pedestrian can or cannot cross the street?
A red hand when they cannot walk and a pedestrian walk symbol when it is safe to cross.
True or False? A fast pulse can indicate hypothermia.
False
True or False: Medications can impact a person's falls risk.
True
What is the meaning of this sign?
Elevator
Name 2 ways to improve your safety when riding the subway.
Taking the elevator, sitting in the conductor's car, sitting down, waiting for people to leave the station, do not wear headphones.
What is windchill?
When the wind gets rid of body heat. It is what the cold temperature feels like
What is a risk factor of falls?
Being fearful of falling, pre-existing conditions, balance issues, cluttered space, vision issues, etc.
What does the sign for poison/toxicity have on it?
Skull & crossbones
If sidewalks are not available, what side of the street should be walked on?
The left (facing oncoming traffic)
What are 2 signs of hypothermia?
shivers (sometimes), slurred speech, feeling confused, slowed pulse, etc.
Name 3 home modifications to prevent falls.
Decluttering, removing rugs, moving items to different shelves, bright lighting, grab bars, shower chairs, etc.
What does this sign indicate?
High Voltage warning
How can you identify the conductor's car on the subway?
Zebra line
What is a dangerous wind chill?
starting at -20 degrees Fahrenheit (National Weather Service)
When the wind gets rid of body heat. It is what the cold temperature feels like
What is postural hypotension?