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How to avoid motion sickness in airplanes and cars
Contributed by: Frost
  • 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) Back seat (side)
B) Back seat (middle)
C) Driver's seat
D) Front passenger seat
  • 3. In an airplane, which section usually experiences the least motion?
A) Near the lavatories
B) Rear of the plane
C) Over the wings
D) Front of the plane
  • 4. What is a common over-the-counter medication for motion sickness?
A) Vitamin C
B) Ibuprofen
C) Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)
D) Acetaminophen
  • 5. What type of food is best to avoid before and during travel?
A) Greasy foods
B) High-fiber foods
C) Protein-rich foods
D) Foods high in potassium
  • 6. What can you do to help your brain reconcile conflicting sensory information?
A) Listen to loud music
B) Read a book
C) Close your eyes tightly
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) As a capsule, candy, or tea
C) Injected
D) Applied topically
  • 8. What is the scientific name for motion sickness?
A) Vertigo
B) Kinetosis
C) Asthenia
D) Syncope
  • 9. Which sense is MOST crucial to recalibrating motion sickness?
A) Taste
B) Hearing
C) Sight
D) Smell
  • 10. What type of clothing is generally recommended?
A) Wool clothing
B) Tight clothing
C) Leather clothing
D) Loose-fitting clothing
  • 11. Which of these activities should be avoided while traveling to help avoid motion sickness?
A) Reading
B) Listening to music
C) Talking
D) Sleeping
  • 12. What should you do if you start feeling nauseous?
A) Hyperventilate
B) Spin in a circle
C) Take slow, deep breaths
D) Hold your breath
  • 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) 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) A child in the backseat
C) The driver
D) The front passenger
  • 16. How long before travel should you take motion sickness medication?
A) Only when symptoms start
B) During travel
C) 30-60 minutes
D) Immediately before
  • 17. What type of scent can sometimes help reduce nausea?
A) Garlic
B) Rose
C) Vanilla
D) Peppermint
  • 18. Why does lying down sometimes alleviate motion sickness?
A) Increases blood flow to the brain
B) Warms the body
C) Reduces visual input
D) Prevents dehydration
  • 19. What is scopalomine typically administered as?
A) An injection
B) A pill
C) An inhaler
D) A skin patch
  • 20. What should you avoid consuming before flying?
A) Tea
B) Water
C) Juice
D) Alcohol
  • 21. What is the best way to keep your car cool?
A) Park in direct sunlight
B) Use air conditioning
C) Open all the windows slightly
D) Turn off the engine
  • 22. When is motion sickness the worst?
A) When the person is completely still
B) When the plane is flying at a constant speed
C) When the car is stopped
D) When visual and inner ear input conflict
  • 23. What is the main job of the vestibular system?
A) Balance and spatial orientation
B) Regulating body temperature
C) Digesting food
D) Controlling heart rate
  • 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) Audio books
B) Podcasts
C) Classical Music
D) Virtual Reality (VR)
  • 27. In a bus, where should you sit to minimize motion sickness?
A) Middle
B) Front
C) Back
D) Over the rear wheels
  • 28. What type of drinks are best to stay away from during a plane or car ride?
A) Herbal tea
B) Sports drinks
C) Water
D) Sugary drinks
  • 29. What kind of acupressure band can alleviate motion sickness?
A) Sea-Band
B) Rubber Band
C) Apple Watch
D) Fitbit
  • 30. What does motion sickness medication typically target?
A) The heart
B) The eyes
C) The inner ear and brain
D) The stomach
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