Kitchen Assessment

Where should hazardous products be kept to ensure safety?

• In the refrigerator

• In their original containers

• In a plastic bag

• On the kitchen counter

What should you use instead of dish towels to prevent burns?

• Wet potholders

• Dry potholders

• Paper towels

• Cloth napkins

In which direction should you turn pan handles to prevent accidents?

• Outward

• Upward

• Inward

• Downward

How should you open pan lids to prevent steam burns?

• Towards you

• Away from you

• To the side

• Upwards

Why is it important to use dry potholders instead of dish towels?

• Dish towels are too small

• Dish towels can catch fire

• Dish towels are too expensive

• Dish towels are not absorbent

What should you avoid walking on to prevent falls?

• Carpet

• Wet floor

• Grass

• Sand

Where should you never stand to prevent falls?

• On the ground

• On chairs

• On a ladder

• On a step stool

Why should you not use lightweight extension cords with small appliances?

• They are too expensive

• They can cause overheating

• They are difficult to find

• They are too heavy

What should you do after administering epinephrine?

• Go to sleep

• Seek further medical attention

• Eat a meal

• Go for a walk

What is a characteristic of a 1st degree burn?

• Deep redness and pain

• Mild sunburn

• Severe damage to nerve endings

• Blisters and swelling