VITALS
Where do we place the cuff when taking blood pressure?
upper arm!
Name three things that are high in sugar
CANDY
SWEETS
TREATS
Name one thing that causes cavities
Foods with sugar
Carrots are very rich in a compound called Beta-karotene. This allows for the production of Vitamin A. What part of our body do we know benefits significantly from Beta-karotene and Vitamin A?
OUR EYES
If you are ever in an emergent or unsafe situation, what number do you dial for immediate help?
9-1-1
EXERCISE
Tell me two ways that too much sugar can have a negative effect on our body.
Tooth decay
Irritability
Sleepiness
Increase of cravings
Increased hunger
Impacts brain function
Increased risk of disease
Raises stress levels
Weight gain
Skin, aging
Minimally, how many times should we be brushing our teeth in a day?
TWO
Vitamin D helps to build strong.... what???
Bones and Teeth!
Where do you inject an Epi-pen if someone is having a severe allergic reaction?
Into the outer thigh muscle!
This mucle is referred to as the Vastus lateralis.
How does our body naturally help us to cool down?
WE SWEAT
Signals from our brain are sent out to tell our vessels to dilate, bringng blood to the surface and allowing for the release of heat through vaporization.
There are many ways to cut down on sugar, without significantly having to change your diet.
One example of this, would be by diluting the amount of sugar we have in our drinks (half water, half juice)
Give me another example.
-Half sugar cereal, half sugar cereal
(mixing reese puffs and kix)
-Limiting number of snacks in a day
-Smaller portions sizes when eating foods with higher sugar content
What is the small green vegetable we used as an example in group, when explaining how much toothpaste to use on your toothbrush?
A PEA!
TOOTHPASTE SHOULD A "PEA-SIZED" AMOUNT
Name 2 foods high in Calcium, which boosts bone health, relieves insomnia, and improves dental health
Milk
Yogurt
Cheese
Broccoli
Figs
Oats
Prunes
Asparagus
How do you handle a sever burn?
Run the burn under cool or lukewarm water for 10-30 minutes.
Apply gel or ointment, cover, and seek medical attention.
What two vitals signs are we monitoring when using what is called, a "pulse-oximeter"
Oxygen
Heart rate
What is the name of the disease that you can get over time, when your body consumes too much sugar, and eventually becomes resistent to it?
(Body can no longer keep up with metabolizing it the way it needs to be metabolized)
DIABETES
Tell me three ways to prevent tooth decay and promote dental hygiene
Regular dental check ups
Decreased sugar intake
Brushing twice a day
Flouride toothpaste
Using mouth wash
Flossing your teeth
Name at least 3 out of the 5 electrolytes
CALCIUM
POTATISSIUM
MAGNESIUM
SODIUM
CHLORIDE
When approaching someone who is unresponsive, what are the first steps you should take?
Check the scene for safety
Call for help
THEN care for the person by:
Asking if they are okay
Check for breathing/pulse/airway obstruction
Why do adults have higher blood pressure than children?
Our blood has to be pumped with more force in order to reach our brain, which gets further away from our heart as we grow!
In the brain, there is a specific compound created, that our brain utilizes to make us tired and promote sleep. Caffeine binds to the same receptors as this compound, which is why we feel more energized after consuming it. Can you tell me what this compound is called?
It begins with the letter "A" and ends with "sine"
(I am NOT talking about the hormone, melatonin)
Adenosine!
Name some symptoms of tooth decay?
(start of a cavity)
sensitivity to temperatures
Aching aroudd the area
Unpleasant taste in your mouth
Brown/black spots on the tooth
Bad breath!
Which of the following electrolytes reduces the effect that sodium has on our heart, aiding in regulation of both, heart rate and blood pressure. This electrolyte plays a large role as well in muscle function.
A. CALCIUM
B. POTASSIUM
C. MAGNESIUM
D. SODIUM
E. CHLORIDE
B!
POTASSIUM.
If someone gets injured, what would be the rationale as to why we would apply pressure to it?
To prevent blood loss.
Pressure allow for better clotting to occur.