CH 16 Flashcards
unintentional injury
an injury that is not purposefully inflicted
the word that public health experts prefer to use in place of the word accident to describe injuries that can be avoided
unintentional injury
What percent of motor vehicle crashes are caused by speeding, failing to yield the right of way, and other types of improper driving?
85 percent
What effects does drowsiness lead to?
reduced awareness, slower reaction time, and impaired judgement
What portion of traffic fatalities are associated with aggressive driving behavior?
two-thirds
What tends to be a factor in most motor vehicle crashes that result in death?
Speeding
a source of driver inattention
drowsiness
What actions can bicyclists take to make themselves more visible to other vehicle operators?
wearing brightly colored clothing, using reflective tape, and using headlights or other portable lights
examples of aggressive driving behaviors
tailgating, speeding, and driving while drowsy
approximately how many e-scooter rides resulted in injuries?
20 out of every 100,000
what is the most significant safety concern for bicyclists?
making themselves visible to others on the road
What ethnic group has the highest pedestrian fatality rate?
American Indians and Native Alaskans
More than _______ of the adults in the United States are unable to swim the length of a pool 20 yards long
one-third
What percentage of e-scooter riders wear helmets?
less than 1 percent
Where do most injuries occur?
in the home