Chapter 26
a portable device for putting out small fires
fire extinguisher
pinching the nostrils closed will stop almost all ______
nosebleeds
Complete information about our immunizations and health problems to date
medical history
a device that produces a loud warning noise in the presence of smoke
smoke alarm
a temporary loss of consciousness that occurs when not enough blood is flowing to the brain
fainting
medical doctor who provides physical check ups and general care
primary care physician
The federal agency responsible for promoting safe and healthful conditions in the workplace
OSHA
you treat minor strains and sprains with the procedure _____
P.R.I.C.E.
sale of worthless products or services that claim to improve health or appearance
health fraud
an injury resulting from an unexpected event
unintentional injury
some household cleaners, snakebites, insect stings, and plants can cause
poisoning
medical doctor who focuses on particular kinds of patients or medical conditions
specialists
a sequence of events that leads to an unintentional injury
accident chain
this position protects the airway for an unconscious person
recovery
all efforts to monitor, protect, and promote the health of the population as a whole
public health