Health: Personal care

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If an adult or adolescent suddenly collapses and is still breathing, you can do

"hands-only" CPR, even if you have not had training. "Hands-only" CPR uses chest compressions to keep blood circulating until emergency help arrives.

You should replace your tooth brush every..

3-4 months

Wash hands and nails with soap and water for -- seconds.

20

How should you dispose of unused medications? Wash them down the sink. Place them in a plastic bag and throw away. Flush them down the toilet. Bring them to a take-back program.

Bring them to a take-back program.

Which oral hygiene recommendation can prevent tooth decay? Brush your teeth after every meal for about one minute. Brush your teeth three times a day for about three minutes. Brush your teeth and floss twice a day. Brush your teeth twice a day for about two minutes.

Brush your teeth twice a day for about two minutes.

Toilet Hygiene recommendations

Clean and disinfect the toilet and toilet brush regularly. Shut the toilet lid prior to flushing the toilet. Use a seat sanitizer to remove germs.

Oral hygiene is an important part of overall good health. It involves keeping the teeth, mouth, and gums healthy to prevent infection and diseases of the mouth. Instructions: Identify five recommendations to maintain proper oral health. Eating healthy meals Rinsing with water after drinking soda Using fluoride toothpaste Flossing on a regular basis Getting an annual dental exam Brushing your teeth on a regular basis Drinking water with fluoride

Eating healthy meals Using fluoride toothpaste Flossing on a regular basis Brushing your teeth on a regular basis Drinking water with fluoride

______ is the leading cause of death among persons aged 1-44.

Injury

Smoke alarms in the home can help save lives and prevent burns from fires. How often should you test the smoke alarms to ensure they are working properly?

Monthly

Facial hygiene includes the ears. The ears are sensitive small organs of hearing and balance in mammals. Instructions: Identify the object that is appropriate to use to clean your ears.

Nothing

Visit the eye doctor at least --- per year.

Once

true or false A child ingesting any more than a taste of hand sanitizer could be at risk for alcohol poisoning.

True

Poison

any substance, including medications, that are harmful to the body if too much is eaten, inhaled, injected, or absorbed through the skin.

Cuts and scrapes should be rinsed with...

cool water

___ are the leading cause of non-fatal injuries for all children ages 0 to 19

falls

When should babies have their first dentist appointment?

within six months of getting their first tooth, or by 12 months of age.


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