Safety and Violence Prevention
True or False: You should call 911 if a person is not breathing or does not have a pulse when they go into sudden cardiac arrest.
True
True or False: Juuling is not as bad as cigarettes and vapes.
False
True or False: You should eat more protein than vegetables.
False
True or False: Depression is long term sadness.
True
What does CPR stand for?
What type of abuse contains physical contact that can hurt the victim's body (answer letter)?
A: Verbal
B: Physical
C: Sexual
D: All of the Above
B
Which of these is an effect of vaping (answer letter)?
A: Lung cancer
B: Heart disease
C: Heart beats faster
D: All of the Above
D
Which of the following can prevent catching a disease (answer letter)?
A: Petting your cat
B: Socializing
C: Washing your hands
D: None of the Above
C
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of depression (answer letter)?
A: Distant from friends and family
B: Thinks about hurting themselves
C: Brain shuts down
D: Does not continue hobbies
C
What are "popcorn lungs"?
It is when your airways that are connected to your lungs swell because high amounts of nicotine is inhaled.
Ronin is walking along the road and sees a couple of big high schoolers that are crowded around a smaller person who seems to be hurt. He realizes the person in the middle is his best friend, Rohan! What should he do?
Since Ronin is smaller than the high schoolers, he should find a trusted adult and tell them about the situation. It is unwise to step in because he should avoid becoming a victim himself.
Sasha is invited to hang out with the cool kids. She is really excited and finds them in an alley. They have fun but Brekhna soon takes out a Juul and pressures Sasha to try one. Sasha wants to act cool but she is hesitant. What should she do?
She should say "No, it is not good to vape. I'm leaving." And she should walk away quickly out of the area. Then, she should tell a trusted adult.
Ethan wants to start eating healthy so he can do better at cross-country practice. But, he does not know where to start. What should he include in his diet?
He should include sufficient protein, vegetables, whole grains, dairy/calcium, and fruit.
Daatri has recently broke up with her boyfriend and she feels depressed. She is always in her house watching TV to feel better, but she doesn't. What should she do?
She should first talk to a parent or a therapist. She should listen to their advice. She can start a hobby or get out with her friends. She needs fresh air for a fresh start. She should know that there is someone waiting out there in the world for her.
What is the bystander effect?
Raymond is walking in the hallways and he sees Daatri running at him. She asks, "Do you want to go out today?" Raymond does not know what to say since he does not like her that much. He says "um," since he does not want Daatri to feel bad. Daatri cuts him off and says "OK"! What should Raymond say instead? (not based on real life)
He should say "No" before Daatri can walk away. Raymond did not give consent so he does not have to go with her. Also, if he does not like her, then he should say that so he does not have to worry about her confronting him again.
Taishi was in his house alone when he saw a can of nicotine. He does not know what it is, and he wants to try it. What would you say to stop him from using it?
"Taishi, nicotine is one of the most dangerous things in the world. It can practically ruin your life. you lungs will burn and hurt, and you will be considered an outcast in the community."
Abhi was sick and found out that he had COVID-19. What are the proper procedures so that no one will get COVID-19 from him?
Isolate himself in a room. Avoid socializing and wear a mask. Wash your hands frequently and talk to a doctor using indirect conversation (Parents speak to doctor, online).
Angeli is anxious and worried about the geography test tomorrow and she is not doing well in the class. What should she do to calm down?
First, she should talk to her parents and study a lot until she is confident that she will do good. She should get reassurance from her parents that it is fine to fail it so she can calm down.
What is cancer?
It is a non-communicable disease that will continue to grow in an uncontrollable way.
Ethan was cutting apples for him and his dad but he accidentally cuts his finger. It is not major, but what should he do?
He should first wash it with warm water and then cover the cut with a clean cloth. He should then tell his dad and raise the cut above his heart. When it stops bleeding, wash again and apply a bandage so the cut can heal.
Dylan is walking in the hallways of MVMS and sees a shady 8th grader smoking on a vape. He spots you and warns you, "Don't tell anyone or else I'll beat you up." What should he do?
Dylan should first go directly to the front office and report it. He should make sure that the 8th grader does not know where Dylan is going. Tell the Principal to not mention his name to anyone.
Ria is very healthy and is on a strict diet. Her friend, however, is very unhealthy. One day, after her friend leaves her house, she sees that her friend left a box of chicken nuggets. Ria wants to try it, but knows she will get addicted if she tries it. What will you say to her to stop her from eating it?
"DON'T EAT THAT. It is unhealthy and you will be addicted. What about your diet? Your dedication? Are you just going to throw your life away? Think of how the dopamine will affect you. You will lose your hard work."
Joon's best friend has been distant recently. He is sure that is friend is going through depression. What should he do?
He should tell his parents and should try to get him out. He should talk to him and remind him that he is not alone. Maybe he can get him something that means a lot to his friend.
What does SPF stand for?
Sun Protection Factor