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1. _____ are the leading cause of death among adolescents.
     A. Sports accidents B. Heart attacks C. Drug overdoses D. Motor vehicle accidents
2. True or false? Taking your eyes off the road for only five seconds is a safe driving practice.
     A. True B. False
3. Many states have implemented _____, allowing teen drivers to gain more experience before becoming fully licensed.
   
4. Which of the following is not a safe act for a pedestrian?
     A. When walking on a road, face traffic and walk as far to the side as possible. B. Make eye contact with drivers. C. Do not carry a flashlight when walking at night; this will distract drivers. D. Walk on the sidewalk whenever possible.
5. True or false? It is safest to ride your bike on the side of the road, facing traffic.
     A. True B. False
6. To signal a right-hand turn when riding your bicycle you should _____.
     A. Yell out, “turning right!” B. Stick your left arm out, bent up at the forearm. C. Stick your right arm out to the side. D. Point to the sky using your left arm.
7. True or false? When used improperly, cleaning products may be hazardous to your health.
     A. True B. False
8. If you have questions about a potentially poisonous substance, call the Poison Control Center at _____.
   
9. True or false? The installation and maintenance of smoke detectors can reduce your risk of injury or death from fire.
     A. True B. False
10. Which of the following is not a way to prevent fires in the home?
      A. Clean the filter on clothes dryers once a month. B. Always clean grease buildup off stovetops. C. Unplug electrical appliances when not in use. D. Never leave candles unattended.
11. Chemicals known as _____ can cause cancer if handled improperly.
    
12. _____ is a toxic, odorless, invisible gas that can cause coma and death.
    
13. What are three precautions you can take to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?
    
14. What is the OSH Act?
    
15. True or false? Workers have the right to refuse to do work that can cause them injury or illness.
      A. True B. False
16. _____ is the study of how objects should be designed and arranged to avoid injury and create a safe, comfortable environment.
    
17. Which of the following precautions should you take to reduce your risk of injury in public places?
      A. Bring a charged cell phone. B. Travel in well-lit areas. C. Tell your parents where you are going. D. All of the above.
18. What are three precautions to always take when communicating online?
    
19. True or false? A 911 dispatcher will coach you through emergency first aid.
      A. True B. False
20. What are standard precautions?
    
21. What are the two steps involved in Hands-Only CPR?
    
22. The _____ involves a series of back blows and abdominal thrusts to aid a person who is choking.
      A. AED method B. Hands-Only CPR method C. “five-and-five” method D. Heimlich maneuver
23. True or false? When someone has a severe, bleeding wound, they may need to be treated for shock.
      A. True B. False
24. What is the difference between Hands-Only CPR and full CPR?
    
25. _____ is a serious bacterial infection associated with cuts and puncture wounds.
    
26. There are _____ levels of burn classification.
      A. two B. seven C. three D. four
27. How should poison ivy exposure be treated?
    
28. Signs of anaphylaxis include _____.
      A. swelling of the throat, tongue, and lips B. confusion C. hives D. All of the above
29. True or false? Peanuts may cause anaphylaxis.
      A. True B. False
30. True or false? A greenstick fracture is a complete fracture.
      A. True B. False
31. What is the difference between a stress fracture and a comminuted fracture?
    
32. A(n) _____ is a condition in which bones move out of their normal position.
    
33. The RICE method can be used to treat _____.
      A. heatstroke B. fracture C. sprains D. infection
34. Signs of frostbite include _____.
      A. white, gray, or yellow skin B. numbness, burning, or itching C. cold and waxy skin D. All of the above
35. _____ is a medical emergency characterized by dangerously low body temperature.
    
36. Heat cramps, heatstroke, and _____ are all types of hot weather emergencies.
    
37. True or false? The homeless are often at risk for hypothermia.
      A. True B. False
38. True or false? Covering a victim of heatstroke with bags of ice will help lower his or her body temperature.
      A. True B. False

39. Do you think Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) is a necessary policy for young drivers? Explain your answer.
    
40. Why is it important for a bicyclist to know and obey all traffic rules?
    
41. Why do labor laws restrict children and teenagers from holding particular jobs?
    
42. Sidney and her brother Jake are playing barefoot in their grandparent’s backyard when Sidney steps on a rusty nail. The nail punctures her foot. What medical treatment should Sidney receive?
    
43. While walking through the woods, Maggie discovers a cat hiding underneath some bushes. Startled by a loud noise, the cat jumps out and bites Maggie, breaking the skin. What should Maggie do?
    

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