An important consideration for the school nurse who is planning a class on bicycle safety is:
a. Most bicycle injuries involve collision with an automobile.
b. Head injuries are the major causes of bicycle-related fatalities.
c. Children should wear bicycle helmets if they ride on paved streets.
d. Children should not ride double unless the bicycle has an extra-large seat.
ANS: B
The most important aspect of bicycle safety is to encourage the rider to use a protective helmet. Head injuries are the major cause of bicycle-related fatalities. Although motor vehicle collisions do cause injuries to bicyclists, most injuries result from falls. The child should always wear a properly fitted helmet approved by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Children should not ride double.
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