Quiz 7 (Chapter 4, pp 84-97) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the greatest threat to swimmers in the ocean?
A
rip current
2
Q
Feeling cold, clammy, and nauseated on a hot day may be signs of what condition?
A
heat exhaustion
3
Q
What term describes a below-normal body temperature
A
hypothermia
4
Q
What procedure should you follow if your clothing catches on fire?
A
stop, drop, and roll
5
Q
On what two kinds of fire should you never use water?
A
flammable liquid (or grease); electrical
6
Q
What is the leading cause of accidental death and injury among the elderly?
A
falls
7
Q
What is a serious reduction in your body’s content?
A
dehydration
8
Q
What device greatly reduces your risk of drowning while bloating?
A
personal flotation devise (or PFD)
9
Q
Which drown-proofing technique minimizes heat loss in cold water?
A
HELP position
