Question

Directions: Complete the concept map on preventing injury, using
terms and phrases from your student text.
Causes of injury
Accidental injuries are the
_______________________________ fifth
leading cause of death in the United States
across _____________________ age groups.
Prevent injury
The first step in staying safe is being
______________ ____________________
and to develop safe
__________________________________ .
Break the Accident Chain
1. Change the _______________ by thinking
about what you can do to ________________
injury.
2. Change the ______________ __________
that lead to injury.
3. Change the Unsafe ____________________.
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Answer 1

Accidental injuries are the leading cause of death for people ages 1–44 and the fifth leading cause of death in the United States across all age groups.

Prevent injury
The first step in staying safe is being aware of your surroundings and developing safe habits.

Break the Accident Chain
1. Change the situation by thinking about what you can do to prevent injury.
2. Change the risky behaviors that lead to injury.
3. Change the unsafe conditions.