Question 1

All of the following are strategies for preventing motor vehicle injuries EXCEPT

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A)  obeying the speed limit.
B)  keeping your car in good working order.
C)  always wearing a safety belt.
D)  taking less-traveled roads instead of interstate highways.E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 2

The group most affected by motor vehicle crashes is people ages

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A)  10 to 14.
B)  15 to 24.
C)  25 to 40.
D)  55 to 65.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

The Heimlich maneuver for a choking adult involves blows to the upper back.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The LEAST frequently occurring form of incest is

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A)  father-daughter.
B)  brother-sister.
C)  uncle-niece.
D)  mother-son.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 5

Women tend to stay in violent relationships because of

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A)  low self-esteem.
B)  financial dependence.
C)  belief that their children need a father.
D)  all of these.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 6

The first step to take if poisoning occurs is to

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A)  call for help.
B)  remove the victim from contact with the poison.
C)  perform a Heimlich maneuver.
D)  elevate the victim's feet.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 7

Which one of the following statements about pedestrians and injury is FALSE?

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A)  Wearing stereo headphones while jogging increases the likelihood of being injured.
B)  Nearly one third of all pedestrian deaths occur between intersections.
C)  Traffic conditions contribute more to pedestrian injuries than poor decision making does.
D)  Most pedestrian injuries involve the very young or elderly.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 8

For maximum safety,bicycle riders should ride against the flow of traffic.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The most common type of poisoning by gases is _______________ poisoning.

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A)  butane
B)  propane
C)  carbon monoxide
D)  chlorineE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 10

Injuries to the head and wrist are the most common injuries sustained by in-line skating.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which one of the following statements is NOT a factor contributing to date rape?

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A)  There are double standards about appropriate sexual behavior.
B)  Some men have an androgynous view of sexuality.
C)  Some males and females perceive romantic behavior differently.
D)  Some males have a hostile attitude toward women.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 12

Eva plans to go to a club near campus on Friday night.List at least eight strategies that can help Eva stay safe.Include strategies for avoiding assault while traveling to and from the club and strategies for avoiding sexual assault,including drug-induced date rape,while at the club.

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Question 13

Which of the following statements about reducing the risk of injury is TRUE?

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A)  Public education campaigns about risky behaviors can help prevent injuries.
B)  Engineering strategies such a safety belts can help lower injury rates.
C)  Ultimately it is up to each individual to take responsibility for avoiding injuries.
D)  All of these statements are true.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 14

The most common form of elder abuse is

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A)  physical abuse.
B)  emotional abuse.
C)  financial exploitation.
D)  neglect.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 15

Conduct of a sexual nature is harassment if it

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A)  affects employment decisions.
B)  interferes with work performance.
C)  creates a hostile environment.
D)  meets any of these conditions.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 16

Which of the following is the only type of automobile crash in which front air bags provide substantial protection?

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A)  a side collision
B)  a rollover crash
C)  a rear-end collision
D)  a head-on collisionE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 17

Which of the following statements about violence is TRUE?

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A)  In the United States,violence is highest in the South.
B)  Neighborhoods that are disadvantaged in status and power typically have the most violence.
C)  People under the age of 25 account for 40% of the arrests for violent crimes.
D)  All of these statements are true.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 18

Strategies to help women avoid consuming a beverage containing a date-rape drug include all of the following EXCEPT

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A)  obtaining a fresh drink after leaving one's drink unattended for any period of time.
B)  not accepting an opened beverage of any type from a stranger.
C)  limiting your drinking to one drink per hour.
D)  going to a party or club with several friends.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 19

Choose one of the following categories of violence described in your text and describe it;include key risk factors and prevention strategies in your answer:
●assault and homicide
●gang-related violence
●hate crimes
●school violence
●workplace violence

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Question 20

Which of the following statements about gangs is FALSE?

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A)  Gang activities are limited to large urban areas.
B)  Gangs often serve as a means for companionship and self-esteem.
C)  Gang members are more likely than non-gang members to possess weapons.
D)  The average age for joining a gang is 14.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Exam 21: Personal Safety

The most common form of elder abuse is

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The first step to take if poisoning occurs is to

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The LEAST frequently occurring form of incest is

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Which one of the following statements is NOT a factor contributing to date rape?

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The most common type of poisoning by gases is _______________ poisoning.

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For maximum safety,bicycle riders should ride against the flow of traffic.

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All of the following are strategies for preventing motor vehicle injuries EXCEPT

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The group most affected by motor vehicle crashes is people ages

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Eva plans to go to a club near campus on Friday night.List at least eight strategies that can help Eva stay safe.Include strategies for avoiding assault while traveling to and from the club and strategies for avoiding sexual assault,including drug-induced date rape,while at the club.

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Which of the following statements about violence is TRUE?

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The Heimlich maneuver for a choking adult involves blows to the upper back.

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Choose one of the following categories of violence described in your text and describe it;include key risk factors and prevention strategies in your answer: ●assault and homicide ●gang-related violence ●hate crimes ●school violence ●workplace violence

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Women tend to stay in violent relationships because of

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Which of the following statements about reducing the risk of injury is TRUE?

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Strategies to help women avoid consuming a beverage containing a date-rape drug include all of the following EXCEPT

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Injuries to the head and wrist are the most common injuries sustained by in-line skating.

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Conduct of a sexual nature is harassment if it

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Which one of the following statements about pedestrians and injury is FALSE?

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Which of the following statements about gangs is FALSE?

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Which of the following is the only type of automobile crash in which front air bags provide substantial protection?

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