VON History
This was the year that VON was founded
What is 1897?
This area of the Atlantic Ocean is believed to have mysteriously claimed many ships and aircraft
Where is the Bermuda Triangle?
This type of worker is more likely to be involved in a workplace injury
What is a new / young worker?
What percentage of falls among adults 65 and older will result in a serious injury like broken bone or head injury? A) 10% B) 20% C) 30% D: 40%
B: 20% About 1 in 5 falls among older adults 65+ result in a fracture or head trauma
What two things can a person do to reduce there risk of a heart attack by 80%?
The WHO reports that an estimated 80% of cardiovascular disease can be prevented through a healthy diet and regular exercise.
This governor general's wife was involved with the creation of the VON
Who is Lady Aberdeen?
This 2023 movie character proclaimed, "My job is just beach"
Who is Ken?
This is the colour of the emergency code associated with a fire
What is red?
How many older adults (65+) will have a fall each year? One in ____? A) 5 B)7 C) 3 D) 10
Every year, it is estimated that 1 in 3 older adults (65+) are likely to fall at least once.
What is the ideal blood pressure reading?
The ideal blood pressure reading is 120/80 mm Hg (systolic / diastolic) - Systolic - pressure when your heart beats, Diastolic - pressure when your heart rests between beats.
An epidemic of this disease in the Klondike was one of the first high profile projects for the VON
What is typhoid?
Located off the coast of Queensland, this is the world's largest coral system.
Where is the Great Barrier Reef?
This is the most prevalent type of injury at the VON
What is musculoskeletal (or strain/sprain)?
If you are over 65 falling once ______your chance of falling again.
For people over 65 falling once doubles your chance of falling again
What is the ideal heart beat range for an adult?
The ideal heart rate range is between 60 -100 beats per minute. Generally lower rates indicate better cardiovascular fitness and more efficient heart function.
This prime minister hosted an inauguration to create the VON
Who is Sir Wilfred Laurier?
A "smack" is the collective term for a large group of these stinging, tentacled sea creatures
What are jellyfish?
This is the guideline for maximum weight limit for client handling tasks
What is 35 pounds?
Where do most falls for older adults occur?
In their own homes.
What is the biggest risk factor for heart disease and other chronic diseases? A) Smoking B) Drinking C) Marijuana use D) Sedentary Lifestyle
D) Sedentary Lifestyle - This includes higher risk of heart failure, cardiovascular death and other cardiovascular diseases for those that don't meet the recommended exercise levels.
The VON was instrumental in helping Canadians through this historical event in 1917
What is the Halifax Explosion?
This Canadian site is home to the world's largest tides
Where is the Bay of Fundy?
What are the signs of a stroke?
What does the acronym FAST stand for?
FAST
Facial Droop
Arm Drift
Slurred Speech
Time - need to get medical help ASAP
What is the best way to prevent falls or the impact of a fall if you were to have one?
Exercise
How many gallons of blood does an average heart pump? A) 20 B) 200 C) 2000 D) 20 000
The 2000 gallons of blood your heart pumps every day travels about 12, 000 miles through your body each day.