Safety Awareness
Q: Why should you sit at the edge of the bed for a moment before standing?
A: To prevent dizziness or falls.
Q: If your roommate is sleeping and your TV is loud, what is a good solution?
A: Lower the volume or use headphones.
Q: What was your favorite kind of music growing up?
A: Personal response.
Q: Why is it important to wear shoes that fit properly?
A: To prevent falls and improve comfort.
Q: What has hands but cannot clap?
A: A clock
Q: What is one danger of walking while holding too many items?
A: Loss of balance / increased fall risk.
Q: What would you do if your walker would not fit through a crowded area?
A: Move obstacles or ask for help.
Q: What was something families often did together after dinner years ago?
A: Watched TV, played cards, talked, etc.
Q: What should you check before taking medication?
A: That it is the correct medication / follow nurse instructions.
Q: What gets wetter the more it dries?
A: A towel
Q: If you notice a spill in the hallway, what should you do?
A: Report it or ask someone to clean it up.
Q: If you have an appointment at 2:00 and lunch arrives at the same time, what could you do?
A: Tell staff or ask to save the meal.
Q: Name something children used for entertainment before cell phones.
A: Bikes, board games, radio, outdoor games, etc.
Q: If your food tray arrives with the wrong meal, what should you do?
A: Tell staff.
Q: What has to be broken before you can use it?
A: An egg
Q: Why is proper lighting important at night?
A: Helps prevent falls and improves visibility.
Q: Why is it important to keep important phone numbers nearby?
A: In case of emergency or needing assistance.
Q: What was a common household item delivered to homes years ago?
A: Milk, ice, etc.
Q: Why is drinking enough water important?
A: Prevents dehydration and helps the body function properly.
Q: Which weighs more: a pound of feathers or a pound of bricks?
A: They weigh the same.
Q: What could happen if wheelchair brakes are not locked before standing?
A: The wheelchair could move and cause a fall.
Q: If you start feeling weak halfway to the bathroom, what is the safest choice?
A: Sit down or call for help.
Q: What was one chore many children had to do at home?
A: Dishes, laundry, feeding animals, sweeping, etc.
Q: What could happen if you rush while walking with a walker?
A: Increased chance of falling.
Q: What can travel around the world while staying in one spot?
A: A stamp