Safety in Early Childhood Education Quiz

What is the leading cause of death and disability for children ages 1 to 14 in the U.S.?

• Falls

• Poisoning

• Unintentional childhood injury

• Drowning

What is the main reason infants and toddlers are at the highest risk for sustaining life-threatening injuries and medical emergencies?

• Lack of supervision

• Immature motor skills

• Limited understanding of cause & effect

• Inexperience

What is the main factor contributing to falls and collisions in young children?

• Inexperience

• Immature motor skills

• Quality supervision

• Endurance

What is the main cause of burns in children?

• Heat

• Electricity

• Chemicals

• Sunlight

What is the main risk factor for drowning in young children?

• Curiosity

• Lack of awareness of danger

• Limited swimming ability

• Exploration tendencies

What is the main reason for the economic impact of injuries on children?

• Lifelong disabilities

• Costly emergency department bills

• Limited future job opportunities

• Missed school days

What is the main factor that impairs young children's ability to anticipate and respond to hazardous situations?

• Inexperience

• Endurance

• Immature motor skills

• Limited understanding of cause & effect

What is the main cause of suffocation due to plastic bags or entrapment in chests or appliances?

• Positional asphyxia

• Lack of air in a small space

• Strangulation

• Choking

What is the main symptom of 2nd-degree burns?

• Blistering

• Swelling

• Redness

• Pain

What is the main reason for the high risk of unintentional injury in infants and toddlers?

• Immature motor skills

• Exploration tendencies

• Limited supervision

• Developmental abilities