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

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 during the first 3-5 minutes of 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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