Question

List three types of unintentional injuries and DESCRIBE how they can be prevented.

Answer 1

common types of unintentional injuries include:

1.Motorvehicle Accidents.

2. poisoning,

3. Fall and sports and recreation.

Actions to prevent Unintentional Injuries:

1.Supervise all children's activities, especially those around water, such as bathing or swimming.

2. Install safety devices in your home, such as smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, handrails, and fire extinguishers.

3. Maintain heating equipment, and unplug extra heaters when sleeping. It is recommended to switch off all electrical devices at night.

4. Wear safety equipment whenever driving a motor vehicle. Do not exceed the speed limit.

5. Safety standards should be met while construction of buildings. This helps to prevent future hazards and safe escape routes if any occurs.

6. Critically ill individuals should always wear a band or other identification tags for quick actions.