Vaccinations
Heart disease
Diabetes
Cancer
Diet
100
Which vaccinations are recommended for 65+ years old? Select: A- Influenza (Flu) B- Pneumococcal C- Zoster (Shingles) D- All of the above
D- All of the above. See the CDC recommendations http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/easy-to-read/adult.html
100
What are the signs of heart attack? Select: A- Pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck or back B- Feeling weak, lightheaded, faint or sweaty C- Pain or discomfort in the arms or shoulders D-Shortness of breath E-All of the above
✔️ Chest pain ✔️ Pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck or back ✔️ Feeling weak, lightheaded, faint or sweaty ✔️ Pain or discomfort in the arms or shoulders ✔️ Shortness of breath
100
Who has diabetes? A- Not me B- People who don't exercise C- People who eat everything D- Over 8% of the US population and 27% people over 65.
D- Over 8% of the US population and 27% people over 65 (CDC 2010). Diabetes can happen to anyone. Diabetes has multiple causes. To prevent diabetes it is important to exercise regularly.
100
When women should get a mammography? A-After 60 years old B-Afer 40 years old C-Every 2 years D-Never
B-Every year starting at 40 years old, after a clinical breast examination by your health provider.
100
Can a healthy diet prevent chronic disease? A-Yes B-No
A- Yes, poor diet is a major contributor to the leading causes of chronic disease and death in the United States, including coronary heart disease, diabetes, hyperlipidemia (high level of fat in blood), and stroke. Get information for healthy diet and recipes: Go to: www.myplate.gov Go to: www.cookingmatters.org
200
Why do adults need vaccination?
✔️ Some adults were never vaccinated as children ✔️ Newer vaccines were not available when some adults were children ✔️ Immunity can begin to fade over time ✔️ As we age, we become more susceptible to serious disease caused by common infections (such as flu and pneumococcus)
200
When should you call 911? within A- 5 minutes B- 15 minutes C- I will wait and see, it may go away D- I will just drive myself to the ER
✔️ Delay in care can be deadly, do not wait more than 5 minutes! ✔️ Go into an ambulance, do not drive yourself ✔️ The emergency room can prepare for your arrival
200
What are the complications of diabetes? A- Foot ulcer B- Blindness C- Renal disease D- All of the above
Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure, nontraumatic lower- limb amputations, and new cases of blindness among adults in the United States. • Diabetes is a major cause of heart disease and stroke. • Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States
200
What kind of cancer is the leading cause of death? A- Prostate B- Breast C- Lung D- Colon
C- Lung cancer is the first cancer killer. Each year about 160,000 people die of lung cancer, mostly due to smoking. If you smoke, get help! Contact Information: 1-800-207-1230; http://www.tobaccofreemaine.org/
200
How to teach kids good food habits? select 2 answers A- Go grocery shopping with them, and let them buy what they want to eat B- Show the example by eating vegetables, fruits, and whole grains C-In the kitchen, prepare colorful, attractive plates with them D-Eat in front of the TV
B and C are correct answers. Going groceries shopping with kids can be an occasion to teach them about where food comes from, making choices and more but parents should decide most of what children eat. Eating together to share quality family time, avoiding TV or other distraction is best. Showing the example is a natural way to teach good habits.
300
Hepatitis B- Which statement is true? A- It can be cured B- I am diabetic, I should avoid Hep B vaccination C- It can cause liver cancer and death D- I have little chance to get Hepatitis B
C- Hepatitis B can lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer and death. Hepatitis B is incurable. A three-shot series will protect you. People with diabetes age 19 through 59 years need Hep B vaccin. Up to 1.4 million Americans have chronic HBV infection. Hepatitis B is 50 to 100 times more infectious than HIV.
300
My parents or my siblings had heart attack. I will have heart attack too. True or False?
False, although there is a genetic part, heart attacks can be prevented.
300
How can we control diabetes? A- Blood sugar test B- Blood pressure C- Blood sugar and BP D- There is nothing I can do
C- Blood sugar and BP In addition to blood sugar and BP, regular control of cholesterol levels, kidneys, eyes and feet, can reduce the complication of diabetes.
300
What are the early signs of colon cancer? A- Blood in the stool B- Change in bowel habits C- A and B D- no A and no B
D- Early stage in colon cancer does not typically have symptoms. Blood in stool and change of bowel habit may be signs of a more advance stage. After 50 years old, men and women should get a colonoscopy every 10 years. Screen me for Life: 1-877-320-6800 or www.colonscreenme.org
300
Which statements are true? A- Meals should consist of mostly vegetable, whole grains and small sized meat. B- Meals should be always accompanied with fruit juice or whole milk C- Children must always finish their plate D- All of the above
A- is the correct answer. For kids of all ages, water and milk are the best choices, so let them flow. Not only is water calorie-free, but drinking it teaches kids to accept a low-flavor, no-sugar beverage as a thirst-quencher. Because a cup of milk has 300 milligrams of calcium, it can be a big contributor to your child's daily needs. Don’t set up your young child to fail. Offer small enough portions so that they can finish it. This gives them a sense of accomplishment and sets the stage for eating healthful foods at mealtimes. If you let your child decide what he or she wants to eat, most will eat only the processed food or carbohydrate options. Teach him or her balance at each meal and snack. Don’t make mealtime a battlefield, but at the same time set up guidelines that must be followed, no dessert (fruit based on most nights) unless the meal was eaten. Remember that you are teaching them healthy habits for life.
400
Which statement is false? A-Whooping cough is also called pertussis B- It is very contagious C- One possible complication is pneumonia D- DTaP and Tdap are two totally different vaccines
D- DTaP is a combined vaccine that includes diphtheria, Tetanus and (acellular) pertussis. It is given to children 7 years old or younger. Tdap is given to older children and adults.
400
What can I do to prevent heart attack? Select: A- Reduce fatty foods B- Walk 30 minutes/day or more C- Give up smoking D- All of the above
D-All of the above The controllable risk factors for heart attack are: - Smoking - Diabetes uncontrolled - High blood pressure and high blood cholesterol - Being overweight or obese - Physical inactivity
400
What are the symptoms of hyperglycemia (too much blood sugar)? A- Feeling tired B- Blurred vison C- Feeling of thirst and frequent urination D- All of the above
D- All of the above If you are experiencing these symptoms, seek medical attention
400
Is there a test for prostate cancer? Yes No
Yes For men 50+ years old, a prostate specific antigen test (PSA) can be done, after talking with their provider about the risks and benefits of the test.
400
What are empty calories? A- Food with no or little calorie value B- Food high in fat and sugar C- It does not exist D- What I need to loose weight E- I cannot have empty calories at all
B-Food that brings little or no nutrient is called empty calories food because you get the calories and extra weight but you do not feed your body properly. Examples include doghnuts, pizzas, hotdogs, cheddar cheese, sodas, etc. However, limited amounts of less than 10 % of total calorie intake are acceptable.
500
Which statement is true about vaccination in general? A- It can causes autism B- It can create side effects C- It is not necessary if you wash your hands and be careful D- A lot of communicable diseases do not exist any longer where I live, there is no point in getting vaccinated. E- Vaccine-preventable childhood illnesses are just an unfortunate fact of life
B- Common side effects of vaccination include fever, reach and pain at or near the injection site. Recent studies have shown no links between autism and vaccination or the preservatives in vaccines. Many infections can spread regardless of how clean we are, but hand hygiene is recommended. In a highly connected world, if we stop vaccination, many diseases will return. Illnesses such as measles, mumps and rubella are serious and can lead to severe complications in both children and adults, including pneumonia, encephalitis, blindness, diarrhoea, ear infections, congenital rubella syndrome (if a woman becomes infected with rubella in early pregnancy), and death.
500
Why is controlling cholesterol important in preventing heart attack? A-Too much LDL in the blood causes plaque to form on artery walls B-Clogged arteries can prevent the heart muscle to receive the oxygen it needs C- Limiting the amount of solid fat or animal fat is effective at reducing cholesterol D-High blood pressure, high levels of cholesterol, fat, and triglycerides in the blood, and smoking are believed to lead to the development of plaque
All statements are true.
500
What are the symptoms of hypoglycemia (not enough blood sugar)? A- Shakiness B- Headache C- Inability to think D- All of the above
D- All of the above If you are diagnosed with diabetes, take your meds as prescribed, do not skip a meal, and have meals at regular times. Always carry a glucose tablet to use if feeling signs of low blood sugar.
500
Can cancer be prevented? A-Yes B- No C- Sometimes
C- The World Cancer Research Fund estimates that 1/4 to 1/3 of new cancer cases can be related to obesity, physical inactivity, and poor nutrition. Other types of cancer related to infection (HPV, HBC, HCV, HIV) can be prevented throughout vaccination, antibiotics or behavioral changes. Smoking and excessive sun exposure are examples of modifiable behaviors to reduce our risk of cancer.
500
What is a healthy weight ? A- Having a body mass index (BMI) under 30 B- Having a BMI under 25 C- Having a BMI under 18 D-Having a BMI under 35
C- Healthy weight may varies according to morphology but a BMI between 18 and 25 should be maintained. Ask the student to calculate your BMI or go online at: http://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/assessing/bmi/index.html
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