Results: Dangerous Situations 21

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Yes, I have more dangerous situations for you. Hopefully you never have these happen.
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1.
Clogged Bathroom Exhaust Vents-- Solution: Clean vent covers semi-annually to avoid overheating. First Aid / Medical Treatment: Dust allergy flare-up — saline rinse, antihistamines. Do you have exhaust vents in your bathroom(s)?
Yes
61%
574 votes
No
24%
226 votes
Not Applicable
16%
148 votes
2.
2.
Overloaded Power Strips Solution: Calculate total wattage; never Daisy-chain power strips together. It could cause a fire. First Aid / Medical Treatment: Thermal smoke burn treatment — fresh air, oxygen administration at hospital. Do you use any power strips?
Yes
72%
685 votes
No
12%
111 votes
Not Applicable
16%
152 votes
3.
3.
Exposed Fiberglass Insulation Dust-- Solution: Seal exposed insulation with drywall or thick plastic sheeting. First Aid / Medical Treatment: Glass fiber irritation — wash skin with cold water and soap; flush eyes with saline; use inhaler for airways. Do you use an inhaler? I do.
Yes
18%
171 votes
No
65%
617 votes
Not Applicable
17%
160 votes
4.
4.
Unsecured Fertilizer Bags (Chemical Burn/Inhalation)-- Solution: Store sealed fertilizer bags away from moisture and heat. First Aid / Medical Treatment: You might get chemical exposure — flush skin/eyes with water, contact Poison Control. Do you ever store or use fertilizer in your garden or on potted plants?
Yes
27%
256 votes
No
46%
433 votes
Not Applicable
27%
259 votes
5.
5.
Rusted Nails in Exterior Fences Solution: Pull protruding nails; replace with galvanized deck screws.-- First Aid / Medical Treatment: Puncture wound — clean thoroughly, obtain tetanus booster within 48 hours. Do you have a fence around your home anywhere?
Yes
40%
376 votes
No
40%
379 votes
Not Applicable
20%
193 votes
6.
6.
Knee Joint Damage from Prolonged Kneeling in Garden-- Solution: Use thick foam kneeling pads or ergonomic rolling garden stools. First Aid / Medical Treatment: Prepatellar bursitis — RICE protocol, anti-inflammatory medications. Do you have a garden?
Yes
39%
366 votes
No
44%
414 votes
Not Applicable
18%
168 votes

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