Review Questions for Chapter 5: Boating Emergencies—What To Do

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In a typical boating fatality, life jackets are but are not .

Name three boating stressors that make you tire more rapidly when on the water.

To prevent dehydration while on the water, you should drink some water at least .

One- of the amount of alcohol that makes a person legally intoxicated on land can be enough to make someone equally intoxicated when on the water.

is a major contributor to boating accidents and fatalities.

An easy way to remember priorities for rescuing someone who has fallen into the water is , , , and !

If you capsize, immediately swim to shore to ensure your safety.

True

False

What are four things you should do if a fire erupts on your boat while underway?

The condition called occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it.

10.

The primary danger that occurs immediately upon being immersed in cold water is .

11.

The position you should assume if trapped in cold water, HELP, stands for:

H -

E -

L -

P -

12.

Name four symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning.

13.

Bleeding usually can be controlled by applying to the wound.

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