Water Intake
How many cups of water should you drink a day?
8-10 cups
True or False: Stress is linked to worsening neurological symptoms and poor health outcomes.
True
Which vitamin is difficult to get enough of through diet alone, and also happens to be a deficiency that many New Yorkers suffer from?
Vitamin D
How many hours of sleep is recommended that you should get every night?
7-8 hours
What is the number one rule for wheelchair safety?
Lock your brakes!
True or False? Our bodies are made up mostly of water?
True. About 66% of our body is water.
Which of these is not a helpful tip if you are feeling fatigued?
A. Chew slowly to aid digestion
B. Eat 6 small meals instead of 3 big ones
C. Sit to shave and brush your teeth
D. Sit to bend to tie shoelaces
Sit to bend and tie shoelaces.
Do not bend over if already fatigued. If you must put on shoes, use slip ons. Not shoelaces. Adaptive equipment such as a long handled shoe horn would be helpful.
Which drink has more sugar, a 12oz glass of lemonade or a 12oz glass of orange soda?
Orange soda- 13 teaspoons
Lemonade- 6 1/4 teaspoons
When is the best time to take a nap and how long should it be?
Early afternoon, about 45 minutes
When do falls from wheelchairs most commonly occur?
During transferring from chair to bed, toilet, or shower.
What are the benefits of water?
flushing bacteria from your bladder.
aiding digestion.
preventing constipation.
normalizing blood pressure.
stabilizing the heartbeat.
cushioning joints.
protecting organs and tissues.
carrying nutrients and oxygen to your cells.
Which of these is NOT a helpful energy conservation tip for showering/bathing?
A. Sit in a shower chair to bathe and dry yourself
B. Use a shower caddy within hands reach
C. Put soap in a nylon stocking and tie it to your caddy or chair for easy reach
D. Use a large towel or robe to dry instead of a small towel
Use a large towel or robe to dry instead of a small towel.
It is recommended to use a small, not as heavy towel to dry off if you are feeling fatigued or want to conserve energy.
Citrus fruits are a good source of which vitamin?
Vitamin C
What are some common sleep disorders?
Sleep apnea
insomnia
restless leg syndrome
What percent of NYC subway stations are accessible?
15%
20%
29%
34%
29%
What are some signs of dehydration?
Dark urine, dry mouth, dry skin, dry eyes, sickness, mucsle/joint pain, lethargic
Which of these is gas forming food that can make it more difficult to breathe if you are fatigued?
Onions
White Rice
Bananas
Baked carrots
Onions
Which is the best snack to have during the day?
A. rice/pastas
B. biscuits
C. nuts
nuts
Nuts are high in fiber and healthy fats and it will curb your hunger for long.
What is NOT a helpful tip for improving sleep hygiene?
A. Stop using electronics at least 30 minutes before bed
B. Go to bed the same time each night.
C. Keep your room at a cool temperature.
D. Take long naps in the late afternoon.
D. Taking naps in the late afternoon. It is recommended to take short naps in the early afternoon so as not to throw off sleep at night.
How often should you check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home to make sure they are working properly?
Every month
What are some tips for increasing your water intake?
Flavor water with fruit
In sight in mind
Drink water every time you go to the bathroom
Increase fruit and vegetable consumption
What are some examples of ways you can cope with stress?
mindful meditation
breathing exercises
(chair) yoga
journaling
listening to music
What are hydrogenated, unsaturated, polyunsaturated, and monounsaturated?
A. Types of fats
B. Types of fibers
C. Types of sugar
D. Types of carbohydrates
Types of fats
What is the name of the harmful light that phone, tablet, and laptops screens emit that may make it difficult to fall asleep?
Blue light
What is the name of the program from the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission that provides wheelchair accessible yellow and green taxi dispatching services for trips originating anywhere in the five boroughs?
The City Wide Accessible Dispatch Program