Which factor is listed as a risk factor associated with service injuries?

• A. Service Injury
• B. Coping Skills
• C. Protective factor
• D. Crisis line

Answer: (A)

Understanding risk factors means identifying things that increase the chance of negative outcomes after an event like a service injury. In this context, the material identifies the service injury itself as a factor that can raise the likelihood of complications—such as chronic pain, disability, or mental health challenges—following exposure in service. So the factor listed as a risk factor is the service injury because experiencing an injury during service creates greater risk for adverse consequences later on. Coping skills are protective factors that help manage stress and reduce risk, a protective factor lowers risk rather than increases it. A crisis line is a resource for immediate support, not something that increases risk.