what are the 2 most common seasons for injuries
summer and winter
inexperience with environment and motor skills of ____ leave them vulnerable to falls and suffocation
infants
how long should a child remain in a rear-facing car seat?
2 years old
what is important to teach children about riding their bikes and scooters
helmets
who is more at risk for injuries boys or girls
boys
leading cause of fatal injury in children younger than 1
suffocation/asphyxiation
how can we prevent accidental poisoning
child proof home
what are some leading causes of bodily harm to adolescents?
firearms, MVA, drug overdoses
what does pcc stand for?
poison control center
Which of the following is a practice to reduce the risk of SIDS and suffocation in infants? A.back sleeping B.bare crib C.appropriate clothing D.snug fitting mattresses
All the above
Which of the following is NOT a way to prevent toddlers from burns? A. turning pot handles out of reach while cooking B. making sure bath temperature is not too hot C. leaving a curling iron unattended
C. leaving a curling iron unattended
Which of the following toys should be kept out of the reach of children under the age of 8: A.fireworks B.wooden blocks C.marbles D.all of the above E. A & C only
A & C only
what is the third leading cause of accidental death in children 1-4
drowning
what does SAFE PAD stand for?
Suffocation, Asphyxia(choking), Falls Electrical burns
Poisoning, Automobile accidents, Drowning
____ are at increased risk of injury from water related accidents, poisoning, and burns as they acquire new skills
toddlers and preschoolers
school aged children become more competitive in their activities and sometimes suffer injuries from
bike accidents, falls, MVA