Quiz


1.	Most burns are caused by:
	A. Scalds
	B. Building fires
	C. Flammable liquids and gases
	D. All of the above

2.	Burns are classified by severity. A first-degree burn affects:
	A. Only the outer layer of skin
	B. Only the head
	C. Only the hands
	D. Only the top two layers of skin

3.	A first-degree burn can often be treated at home. What should you do?
	A. Soak the burn in ice water
	B. Soak the burn in cool water
	C. Carefully cover the burn with soften butter or margarine
	D. None of the above

4.	For a more severe burn, what is a danger during recovery?
	A. Acne
	B. Asthma
	C. Infection
	D. All of the above

5.	How long does it take a first-degree burn to heal?
	A. 1 to 2 days
	B. 3 to 6 days
	C. 10 days
	D. 21 days

6.	Young children are at highest risk for burn injury. Why?
	A. Their skin is more sensitive to heat than an adult's skin
	B. They are curious about their world
	C. They don't understand the dangers inherent in household items
	D. All of the above

7.	Which of these measures can help save your life during a house fire?
	A. Working smoke detectors
	B. Family escape plan
	C. Crawling low on the floor to avoid smoke
	D. All of the above

8.	How can you keep yourself safe from fire at the workplace?
	A. Know the location of building exits
	B. Check that emergency exits are unlocked and clear of debris
	C. Respond to fire drills as though they were real fires
	D. All of the above