Exercise
Which of the exercises can challenge your balance?
1. Soccer
2. Weight lifting
3. Tai Chi
4. Swimming
3. Tai chi
If you are at Tim Hortons, which of the following drinks would be the healthiest to choose from?
1. Double Double
2. Lemonade
3. Green Tea
4. Iced Capp
3. Green tea would be the healthiest drink. It provides the most benefits to our body.
True or false:
Having high blood pressure is the #1 risk factor for stroke.
True based on the Heart & Stroke Foundation
True or False:
Falls are the leading cause of injury for people over 65 years old.
True!
What is the important chemical released when we exercise?
1. Endorphins
2. Melatonin
3. Androgens
4. Estrogen
1. Endorphins
Which of the following is an essential nutrient to build bones?
1. Calcium
2. Vitamin B
3. Vitamin C
4. Potassium
1. Calcium
True or False:
1 in 2 Canadians have at least one risk factor for heart disease and stroke.
False! Based on the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 9 in 10 have at least 1 risk factor for heart disease and stroke.
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of falls?
1. Unsafe home environment
2. Not eating well
3. Poor balance or weak muscles
4. All of the above ARE common causes of falls
True or false:
To prevent falls, I should do exercises that focuses on balance and strength.
False!
Make sure to do exercises that focuses on balance, strength, flexibility AND endurance.
True or False:
Baking is a good cooking method to maintain a healthy diet.
True! This method is better than deep frying.
Other methods include grilling and steaming.
Which of the following you should do while measuring your blood pressure at home?
1. Talk with someone
2. Stay standing
3. Measure your blood pressure level once is sufficient
4. Record all results once measurement is completed
1. Record all results once measurement is completed
Which of the following is safe footwear?
1. Shoes with velcro
2. Heavy shoes
3. Floppy slippers
4. Stretched shoes
Shoes with velcro is safe footwear!
How much exercise you should aim to do each day?
1. At least 25 minutes a day
2. At least 30 minutes a day
3. At least 35 minutes a day
4.At least 40 minutes day
2. Aim to exercise at least 30 minutes a day or as tolerated
Which one of the following items are good to have extra in the kitchen?
1. Canned Soup
2. Frozen vegetables & fruits
3. Canned beans
4. 2 and 3
4. It's good to have canned beans and frozen vegetables & fruits!
What should you NOT do before measuring your blood pressure?
1. Do exercise to relax the mind
2. Not having caffeinated or alcoholic drinks 30 minutes prior
3. Use the bathroom to empty the bladder
4. Sit quietly for more than 5 minutes
You should do all of the above except for option #1,
True or false:
I can only get more fall prevention resources by searching with my computer or smart phone.
False!
In addition to online resources, you can speak 1-1 with our Preventive Specialist for free! No health card needed to book appointment.
If you need to pick up a bin from the floor, what is the safe way to pick it up?
1. Bend with your hips and knees
2. Bend all the way forward
3. Bend all the way to the side
4. Twist while picking it up
1. Bend with your hips and knees.
This way is safe for your spine and avoids bending or twisting your spine.
What is the recommend amount of vegetables and fruits to eat for every meal?
1. 1/4 of the Plate
2. 1/3 of the Plate
3. 1/2 of the Plate
4. 3/4 of the Plate
It is recommended to have 1/2 of the plate.
What is the acronym to remember the signs of Stroke?
1. FAST
2. DASH
3. HEART
4. None of the above
It’s FAST
Face - is it drooping? (yes)
Arms - can you raise both arms? (no)
Speech - is it slurred or jumbled? (yes)
Time - to call 911
True or False:
OHIP covers one eye exam per year for patients starting at 80 years old and over.
False!
OHIP covers one eye exam per year for patients 65+!