Injury Prevention Committee Flashcards
1
Q
Hospitalization for near-drowning peaks at which age group?
A
Toddler age group
2
Q
Are pool alarms effective measures against drowning?
A
No. Pool alarms are not effective and may give parents a false sense of security
3
Q
What are the best strategies to prevent drowning in a young child?
A
Active adult supervision and four-sided pool fencing are the best strategies against drowning in a young child
4
Q
Children less than what age do not have the developmental ability to master water survival skills and swim independently?
A
Less than 4 years of age
5
Q
What are 3 other hazards of swimming lessons in young children aside from drowning?
A
- Water intoxication leading to hyponatremia and seizures
- Hypothermia
- Infectious disease such as AOE
