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Why do we get sick?
Genetics, high stress levels, and your environment may explain why you get sick so often. Even if you're generally healthy, it's always possible to get sick.
How do the disease-causing germs invade my body?
Microorganisms capable of causing disease—pathogens—usually enter our bodies through the mouth, eyes, nose, or urogenital openings, or through wounds or bites that breach the skin barrier.
What does the immune system do?
The immune system is a complex network of organs, cells and proteins that defends the body against infection, whilst protecting the body's own cells.
What is the difference between bacteria and viruses?
Bacteria are single cells that can survive on their own, inside or outside the body.
Do our intestines contain germs?
Your gut — inside your intestines — is in fact a miniature biome, populated by trillions of microscopic organisms. These microorganisms include over a thousand species of bacteria, as well as viruses, fungi and parasites.
Where are some other places that germs hide? .
Cabinet handle,Countertops,Doorknobs, door handles and faucet handles,Light switches,Handheld electronics.ext
Common Injuries and Prevention
For example, in weight lifting, improper postures or stances can cause injuries. Wearing protective equipment and other gear
Unintentional Injury vs. Accident
An accident is an event that is unpredictable and beyond anyone's control. The more precise term “unintended injury” defines an event in which an injury occurred, but no harmful outcome was planned.
what is Laceration
A tear in skin or flesh.
Abrasion
The process of scraping or wearing away the skin.
Puncture
A small sharp object that penetrates the skin
Incision
Skin being cut by a sharp object
Contusion
A region of injured tissue or skin in which blood capillaries have been ruptured; a bruise
what is a Concussions
Concussions are mild traumatic brain injuries They are caused by a blow to the head or any type of shaking of the head that results in the brain moving within the skull
Concussion Treatment
LIMIT PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
AVOID MENTAL STRAIN AND SCREEN TIME
REST UNTIL SYMPTOMS ARE COMPLETELY RESOLVED
how many Sprain Grades are there
3
Swelling Good or Bad
swelling isn’t good for us all the time. It initially helps by recruiting healing factors that accelerate how quickly cells migrate to the site of injury - but swelling is also bad because it destructs and distends the tissues, and distorts the anatomy.
Treatment for dislocation
See doctor immediately. Don’t try and reset the joint yourself
Then treat injured area with RICE method
Helping a Choking Adult
you can help them by giving them abdominal thrust.....
true or false
Injection is given in the side of the thigh
true
true or false
Takes several seconds before the Epinephrine Pens medicine starts to work
false
what are Burns
Heat burns can be caused by contact with fire, a hot surface, a hot liquid, or steam
what is Bandaging
A bandage is material used to protect or cover an injured body part
does a bandage keep pressure on the wound
trust or false
true
what are the Sprain Grades
Grade 1 sprain: Fibers in the ligament are stretched but not torn.
Grade 2 sprain: The ligament is partially torn.
Grade 3 sprain: A ligament tears completely.