SUMMER QUIZ

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Summer Safety Quiz

Test your knowledge about staying safe during the summer heat! This quiz covers essential topics such as heat stress, sunscreen use, and how to handle pesky insects. Whether you're heading outside for fun or relaxation, understanding these safety tips is crucial.

Stay informed about heat-related risks.
Learn effective ways to protect yourself and your pets.
Find out how to treat common summer skin issues.

11 Questions3 MinutesCreated by WalkingWave247

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People over the age of ____ are at the highest risk of heat stress.

How soon before you leave the house should you apply sunscreen?

Right before leaving

15 minutes

30 minutes

I don’t need sunscreen; it’s a cloudy day today

Before you head outside, you should always wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least:

Which one of the following is an effective way to treat a poison ivy rash?

Calamine lotion*

Soap and water

Eating ice cream

Moisturizing lotion

What can you do to avoid being bitten by mosquitos?

Cover up by wearing long-sleeved clothing and long pants in mosquito-infested areas.

Stay out of swamps and wooded areas at dawn and dusk

Apply an insect repellant containing DEET to exposed skin

All of the above

High humidity has no effect on your body’s ability to cool you down.

True

False

Pets can tolerate much higher levels of heat than their humans.

True

False

What does the human body need to avoid heat stroke?

Water

Shade

A chance to cool off

All of the above

What is the risk of drinking too much water, even during a heat wave?

Too much water causes cells to implode

The body’s sodium level can drop dangerously low because of dilution

The stomach can swell and lose the ability to digest food

The water’s polarity causes blood flow to reverse directions

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of heat exhaustion?

Heavy sweating

Elevated heart rate

Increased appetite

Nausea and vomiting

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