Classic Classic Quiz How much do you know about carbon monoxide? by Ethanj Ethanj 2 played - 10 yrs ago Carbon Monoxide is also known as silent killer because it has no taste, odor and smell. Carbonmonoxidekills.com helps you to recover from carbon monoxide poisoning. QUIZ 10 QUESTIONS medium 1 Carbon Monoxide is A common occupational hazardA poison gas that is colorless, odorless, and tastelessDangerous when inhaled because it displaces oxygen in the blood, depriving vital organs of oxygenAll of the above 2 Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include all of the following EXCEPT : HeadachesDrowsinessTalkativenessNausea 3 What can produce carbon monoxide? Gasoline, propane and oilNatural gasWood and coalAll of the above 4 How much carbon monoxide is needed to cause health complications? Very littleA moderate amountA significant amountVery high amount 5 A common source of carbon monoxide is : Battery-operated toolsEquipment that uses combustion to operateElectronicsSolar-powered machinery 6 How does carbon monoxide impact your health? It destroys the lining of your vesselsIt replaces the oxygen in your blood.Both of the aboveFirst two are incorrect 7 To reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, employers can : Install an effective ventilation systemUse carbon monoxide detectorsAvoid the use of fuel-burning equipment in enclosed or partially-enclosed spacesAvoid the use of fuel-burning equipment in enclosed or partially-enclosed spaces 8 Some occupations that may be at increased risk of carbon monoxide poisoning include : Welders, garage mechanics, and forklift operatorsHealthcare workers, nutritionists, and psychiatristsForesters, wetlands biologists, and park rangersTeachers, librarians, and students 9 If crews are working in confined spaces where the presence of CO is suspected, employers can help to protect employees by : Smelling the air to detect CO before allowing workers to enterMaking sure employees test for sufficient oxygen before enteringProviding sprays to freshen the airEquipping workers with adequate lighting so they can see if the air is tainted with CO 10 When you suspect a worker has CO poisoning, you should : Refrain from moving the victimMove the worker to fresh air immediately, call 9-1-1, and administer 100% oxygen if the victim is breathing or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if the victim is not breathingTry to get the victim to drink a hot, caffeinated beverageUse an automated electronic defibrillator (AED) on the victim A mistake in this Quiz ? Contact the author Commentaires
