A School Nurse Is Conducting a Class on Safety for a Group

question 22

Multiple Choice

A school nurse is conducting a class on safety for a group of school-age children.Which statement indicates that the children may need further teaching?

• A) "My sister and I know two different ways to get out of the house."
• B) "I can dial 911 if there is a fire or a burglar in the house."
• C) "If we have a fire, we have to meet at the neighbor's house."
• D) "If there is a fire I will go back for my cat Fluffy because she will be scared."

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Definitions:

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Stress Hormone

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Epinephrine

A hormone and medication also known as adrenaline, involved in the body's fight-or-flight response.

Thyroxin

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