Toddler Burn Prevention

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Which of the following is NOT a common cause of burns in toddlers?

  1. Hot liquids

  2. Electrical outlets

  3. Open flames

  4. Poisonous plants


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Poisonous plants are not a common cause of burns in toddlers. Hot liquids, electrical outlets, and open flames are more common causes.

What is the most important thing to do if a toddler gets burned?

  1. Apply ice to the burn

  2. Run the burn under cold water

  3. Apply a bandage to the burn

  4. Give the toddler pain medication


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The most important thing to do if a toddler gets burned is to run the burn under cold water for at least 20 minutes. This will help to cool the burn and reduce pain.

What should you NOT do if a toddler gets burned?

  1. Apply ice to the burn

  2. Apply a bandage to the burn

  3. Give the toddler pain medication

  4. Break blisters


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

You should not break blisters if a toddler gets burned. Breaking blisters can increase the risk of infection.

When should you seek medical attention for a toddler's burn?

  1. If the burn is larger than 2 inches in diameter

  2. If the burn is on the face, hands, or feet

  3. If the burn is deep or charred

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

You should seek medical attention for a toddler's burn if the burn is larger than 2 inches in diameter, if the burn is on the face, hands, or feet, or if the burn is deep or charred.

What is the best way to prevent burns in toddlers?

  1. Keep hot liquids and appliances out of reach

  2. Install outlet covers and doorknob covers

  3. Teach toddlers about fire safety

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The best way to prevent burns in toddlers is to keep hot liquids and appliances out of reach, install outlet covers and doorknob covers, and teach toddlers about fire safety.

What is the recommended temperature for a toddler's bath water?

  1. 100°F (38°C)

  2. 110°F (43°C)

  3. 120°F (49°C)

  4. 130°F (54°C)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The recommended temperature for a toddler's bath water is 100°F (38°C). Water that is too hot can cause burns.

What should you do if a toddler pulls a pot of hot liquid off the stove?

  1. Turn off the stove and let the pot cool down

  2. Run cold water over the toddler's burns

  3. Call 911

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

If a toddler pulls a pot of hot liquid off the stove, you should turn off the stove and let the pot cool down, run cold water over the toddler's burns, and call 911.

What should you do if a toddler touches a hot stove?

  1. Run cold water over the toddler's burns

  2. Apply a cold compress to the toddler's burns

  3. Give the toddler pain medication

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

If a toddler touches a hot stove, you should run cold water over the toddler's burns, apply a cold compress to the toddler's burns, and give the toddler pain medication.

What should you do if a toddler gets a sunburn?

  1. Apply aloe vera gel to the toddler's sunburn

  2. Give the toddler a cool bath

  3. Keep the toddler out of the sun

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

If a toddler gets a sunburn, you should apply aloe vera gel to the toddler's sunburn, give the toddler a cool bath, and keep the toddler out of the sun.

What is the best way to teach toddlers about fire safety?

  1. Talk to toddlers about fire safety

  2. Show toddlers fire safety videos

  3. Practice fire drills with toddlers

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The best way to teach toddlers about fire safety is to talk to toddlers about fire safety, show toddlers fire safety videos, and practice fire drills with toddlers.

What should you do if a toddler starts a fire?

  1. Call 911

  2. Try to put out the fire yourself

  3. Get the toddler out of the house

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

If a toddler starts a fire, you should call 911, try to put out the fire yourself, and get the toddler out of the house.

What is the most common type of burn in toddlers?

  1. Scalds

  2. Electrical burns

  3. Flame burns

  4. Chemical burns


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Scalds are the most common type of burn in toddlers. Scalds are caused by hot liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea.

What is the second most common type of burn in toddlers?

  1. Electrical burns

  2. Flame burns

  3. Chemical burns

  4. Sunburns


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Electrical burns are the second most common type of burn in toddlers. Electrical burns are caused by contact with electrical outlets, appliances, or wires.

What is the third most common type of burn in toddlers?

  1. Flame burns

  2. Chemical burns

  3. Sunburns

  4. Friction burns


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Flame burns are the third most common type of burn in toddlers. Flame burns are caused by contact with open flames, such as candles, lighters, or campfires.

What is the fourth most common type of burn in toddlers?

  1. Chemical burns

  2. Sunburns

  3. Friction burns

  4. Radiation burns


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chemical burns are the fourth most common type of burn in toddlers. Chemical burns are caused by contact with harsh chemicals, such as bleach, ammonia, or lye.

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