Fatal Injury
What is the leading cause of unintentional injury resulting in death for all children between the ages of 0-19?
Motor Vehicle Accidents
What is the leading cause of non-fatal injury in children between the ages of 0-15?
Falls
You teach a family about the importance of CPR, having a fence around a pool and wearing a life jacket. Which unintentional injury are you providing education about?
Drowning
Which gender has the highest risk of experiencing fatal and non-fatal unintentional injury?
Male
What is the leading cause of unintentional injury resulting in death for children less than 1 year old?
Suffocation
After falls, what is the next leading cause of non-fatal injury in children aged 0-14?
Struck by or Against an Object
You teach a family about the importance of maintaining home smoke detectors, having a fire escape plan, and supervising children when they are cooking. What unintentional injury are your providing education about?
Burns
At what age can children sit in the front seat?
13
What is the leading cause of unintentional injury resulting in death for children aged 1-4 years?
Drowning
What is the leading causes of non-fatal injury in children aged 15-19?
Struck By or Against an Object
You discuss the importance of checking a playground for safety, making sure that windows have guards, making sure that the child is using appropriate protective sports gear, and ensuring that children are supervised when playing. Which unintentional injury are you providing education about?
Falls
Where is the safest place, in the vehicle, for a child to sit
Middle back seat
What is the leading cause of unintentional injury resulting in death for children aged 5-19?
Motor Vehicle Accidents
How can parents/adults help to lessen the risk of injury from falls?
Supervision
You teach a family about the importance of using the right protective gear and making sure that it is in good condition and fits. Which unintentional injury are you providing education about?
Sports Safety
If parents are wondering if their child has outgrown their car seat they should check what?
Owners manual or labels on the car seat for weight and height limits
What is one of the best ways for nurses to help to prevent unintentional childhood injury?
Parent/Child Education
What is the most common cause of a burn injury for a younger child?
Scald Burns Caused by Hot Liquids or Steam
You teach a family about the importance of keeping medication and toxic products locked in a secure place and in their original packaging. Which unintentional injury are you providing information about?
Poisoning
What are the most common type of playground unintentional injuries? Hint: There are two answers.
Fractures and Head Injuries