Understanding Lightning Strikes

What is the likelihood of being struck by lightning in any given year?

• 1 in 100

• 1 in 1,000

• 1 in 300,000 to 1 in 1,000,000

• 1 in 10,000,000

What is the primary cause of burns when struck by lightning?

• Friction

• Chemical reaction

• Radiation

• High voltage and temperature

What is a common visible sign on the body after a lightning strike?

• Yellow blisters

• Green patches

• Thin red lines

• Blue bruises

What should be done if a person struck by lightning is found without a pulse?

• Wait for medical professionals

• Give them water

• Perform CPR immediately

• Move them to a safe location

Which organ is most at risk during a lightning strike?

• Stomach

• Kidneys

• Liver

• Heart

What is a potential long-term effect on the nervous system after a lightning strike?

• Permanent numbness

• Involuntary twitching

• Enhanced reflexes

• Improved memory

What psychological condition is commonly reported after a lightning strike?

• Obsessive-compulsive disorder

• Schizophrenia

• Post-traumatic stress disorder

• Bipolar disorder

How has the global understanding of lightning safety changed?

• It has decreased

• It remains the same

• It is irrelevant

• It has improved

What is a common emotional response after surviving a lightning strike?

• Indifference

• Increased confidence

• Euphoria

• Heightened fears and anxieties

What is the trend in lightning-related injuries globally?

• Increasing

• Decreasing

• Stable

• Fluctuating