Who is responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of communities? a. Federal government b. Federal Emergency Management Agency c. Local government d. State government ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: C The local government is responsible for the safety and welfare of its citizens. Emergencies and disaster incidents are handled at the lowest possible organizational and […]
Eight patients were burned in a factory fire. Shortly thereafter, four firefighters were seen with possible smoke inhalation problems. Which of the following best describes how these patients are different from the first patients to arrive? a. Burn patients probably have skin damage, whereas the firefighters have lung damage. b. Burn patients will need extensive […]
Which of the following best explains why experts are now distinguishing between use and misuse? a. It is easier to discuss use than to accuse persons of being drug addicts. b. Expansion of drug treatment programs has prevented some people from becoming totally addicted. c. Persons using prescription drugs are “users,” not “misusers.” d. Some […]
Which of the following legislation marked the first entry of the federal government into school health? a. The Drug-Free Schools and Community Act b. The Education for the Handicapped Act c. The National School Lunch Program d. The Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities Act ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: C The federal government did […]
Which of the following is the most commonly used illegal drug among children and adolescents in the United States? a. Inhalants b. Marijuana c. Methamphetamine d. Cocaine e. Steroids ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: B The most commonly used illicit drug among youth in the United States is marijuana. The use of other illegal drugs in […]
Which of the following best explains what experts believe is the causative factor in the decline in total alcohol consumption? a. Americans prefer less dangerous mood-altering substances. b. Increased “sin” taxes on alcohol and tobacco nationwide c. Less social tolerance and no-drinking-while-driving campaigns d. So many movies about teenaged drinking make alcohol look adolescent. […]
Which of the following agencies should develop a community disaster plan, have emergency drills to test the plan, and determine the proper response? a. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) b. Office of Emergency Management c. State Disaster Office d. The National Disaster Relief Agency ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: B The local Office of Emergency Management […]
A woman was seen in the emergency department with a greenstick broken arm and chest bruises. She explained she fell up a staircase at home while carrying laundry to the bedrooms. A woman was seen in the emergency department with a greenstick broken arm and chest bruises. She explained she fell up a staircase at […]
In addition to their homes, where are children most likely to be injured? a. At entertainment sites (theaters, amusement parks) b. At school, especially on playgrounds c. At their part-time job settings d. Transportation (automobiles, school buses) ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: B Safety on the schoolyard and playground is also important for this age group, […]
Which of the following best describes why the numbers of children seen by the school health nurse is increasing? a. Higher expectations for performance by parents and school administrators b. Increasing school enrollments c. Lack of another source of regular health care d. Overcrowding within the community ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: C Increasing numbers of […]
