1.Choose one answer:
Question 1. The MOST serious type of heat stress is __________, which can be fatal if not managed properly.
heat stroke
heat exhaustion
heat syncope
heat cramps
Question 2. Which of the following is the most common type of work-related health problem?
Cardiovascular diseases
Musculoskeletal disorders
Hearing disorders
Infectious diseases
Question 3. Gun fire or a major explosion would most likely cause what type of effect?
Occupational deafness
Temporary threshold shift
Permanent threshold shift
Acoustic trauma
Question 4. Progressive loss of consciousness begins at which of the following core temperatures?
30 degrees Celsius
32 degrees Celsius
34 degrees Celsius
37 degrees Celsius
Question 5. Your textbook points out that some exposures to energy are beneficial to humans. Which of the following is an explanation for this phenomenon?
The human body resonates at a certain frequency and is able to heal itself.
The majority of the types of radiation are not harmful.
Natural radiation emanating from the earth is protective to humans.
A dose of a carcinogen below a certain threshold will reduce its cancer incidence rate.
2. Response should be at least 200 words in length each:
Question 6. Describe how noise and vibration hazards can affect the human body. What are some methods for mitigating these hazards?
Question 7. Discuss the effects that extreme temperatures can have on the human body. How can an individual protect himself/herself from these effects?