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