How to avoid motion sickness in airplanes and cars
  • 1. What is the primary cause of motion sickness?
A) Loud noises
B) Sensory mismatch
C) Low blood sugar
D) Dehydration
  • 2. Which seat is generally best in a car to minimize motion sickness?
A) Front passenger seat
B) Back seat (side)
C) Driver's seat
D) Back seat (middle)
  • 3. In an airplane, which section usually experiences the least motion?
A) Over the wings
B) Rear of the plane
C) Near the lavatories
D) Front of the plane
  • 4. What is a common over-the-counter medication for motion sickness?
A) Ibuprofen
B) Vitamin C
C) Acetaminophen
D) Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)
  • 5. What type of food is best to avoid before and during travel?
A) High-fiber foods
B) Foods high in potassium
C) Greasy foods
D) Protein-rich foods
  • 6. What can you do to help your brain reconcile conflicting sensory information?
A) Read a book
B) Focus on the horizon
C) Listen to loud music
D) Close your eyes tightly
  • 7. Ginger is a natural remedy for motion sickness. How is it typically consumed?
A) Applied topically
B) Injected
C) As a capsule, candy, or tea
D) As an eye drop
  • 8. What is the scientific name for motion sickness?
A) Syncope
B) Kinetosis
C) Vertigo
D) Asthenia
  • 9. Which sense is MOST crucial to recalibrating motion sickness?
A) Smell
B) Sight
C) Hearing
D) Taste
  • 10. What type of clothing is generally recommended?
A) Tight clothing
B) Loose-fitting clothing
C) Leather clothing
D) Wool clothing
  • 11. Which of these activities should be avoided while traveling to help avoid motion sickness?
A) Sleeping
B) Listening to music
C) Reading
D) Talking
  • 12. What should you do if you start feeling nauseous?
A) Take slow, deep breaths
B) Spin in a circle
C) Hyperventilate
D) Hold your breath
  • 13. Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of motion sickness?
A) Nausea
B) Increased appetite
C) Dizziness
D) Cold sweats
  • 14. What can you do to improve air circulation in a car?
A) Use recirculated air
B) Open a window
C) Cover the vents
D) Turn off the air conditioning
  • 15. Which passenger is most likely to experience motion sickness?
A) A person who is sleeping
B) The driver
C) A child in the backseat
D) The front passenger
  • 16. How long before travel should you take motion sickness medication?
A) Only when symptoms start
B) Immediately before
C) 30-60 minutes
D) During travel
  • 17. What type of scent can sometimes help reduce nausea?
A) Rose
B) Garlic
C) Peppermint
D) Vanilla
  • 18. Why does lying down sometimes alleviate motion sickness?
A) Reduces visual input
B) Prevents dehydration
C) Increases blood flow to the brain
D) Warms the body
  • 19. What is scopalomine typically administered as?
A) An inhaler
B) An injection
C) A pill
D) A skin patch
  • 20. What should you avoid consuming before flying?
A) Juice
B) Water
C) Tea
D) Alcohol
  • 21. What is the best way to keep your car cool?
A) Open all the windows slightly
B) Use air conditioning
C) Park in direct sunlight
D) Turn off the engine
  • 22. When is motion sickness the worst?
A) When the person is completely still
B) When the car is stopped
C) When visual and inner ear input conflict
D) When the plane is flying at a constant speed
  • 23. What is the main job of the vestibular system?
A) Controlling heart rate
B) Balance and spatial orientation
C) Digesting food
D) Regulating body temperature
  • 24. What should you do if you are driving and start to feel motion sickness?
A) Pull over and rest
B) Continue driving but faster
C) Turn up the music
D) Close your eyes for a short time
  • 25. How does dehydration impact motion sickness?
A) It cures motion sickness
B) It has no effect
C) It can worsen symptoms
D) It can lessen symptoms
  • 26. What type of entertainment is best to avoid?
A) Podcasts
B) Virtual Reality (VR)
C) Classical Music
D) Audio books
  • 27. In a bus, where should you sit to minimize motion sickness?
A) Back
B) Over the rear wheels
C) Front
D) Middle
  • 28. What type of drinks are best to stay away from during a plane or car ride?
A) Herbal tea
B) Water
C) Sports drinks
D) Sugary drinks
  • 29. What kind of acupressure band can alleviate motion sickness?
A) Sea-Band
B) Fitbit
C) Rubber Band
D) Apple Watch
  • 30. What does motion sickness medication typically target?
A) The stomach
B) The heart
C) The eyes
D) The inner ear and brain
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