What is one body part you can feel to assess your pulse?
your wrist (radial), side of neck (carotid), inside elbow crease (brachial), inside ankle (posterior tibial), top of foot (dorsals pedis) , inner hip (femoral)
Name one emotion
happiness, sadness, joy, confusion, disgust, anger, frustration, excitement, anxious, worried, tired, bored, etc.
what is an example of one healthy snack
any fruit, vegetable, or low salt/low sugar snack
If a person is still having trouble sleeping after 20 minutes of laying in bed, what should they do?
Get up and do a low energy activity to wind down the brain and body.
Name one exercise
jogging, jumping jacks, squats, planks, calf raises, etc.
What is the average adult blood pressure
around 120/80
True or false: the Durham County Public Health Department website has information about available services such as, STI testing, family planning services, nutrition, pharmacy services, and immunizations.
True
What food group includes dry beans, eggs, and nuts?
protein
What does REM stand for?
Rapid eye movement
rice fits into what category of the MyPlate chart?
grains
If you think you have a high blood pressure, what should you do first?
make an appointment with your doctor
What is the name of the app used by healthcare professionals to communicate with patients?
MyChart
You should fill half of your plate with what two food groups?
fruits and vegetables
How many hours of sleep does the average adult need each day?
7-9 hours
What is a health risk factor?
A risk factor is a characteristic, condition, or behavior that increases the likelihood of getting a disease or injury
What is the 1 thing you can do to benefit your heart health?
stoping smoking, exercise or eating healthy
Within 1 day.
Whole grains are an important part of our diet because they are high in what nutrient?
fiber
What temperature is best for sleep?
65-68 degrees F
What type of cells carry oxygen to the body (white or red)
red blood cells
What number goes on top of the blood pressure fraction? The systolic or diastolic number
systolic over diastole
Name 1 healthy way you can destress
walking, music, reading, journaling, etc
What nutrient is found in many dairy products and helps keep our bones strong?
Calcium
How many stages of sleep are there in a sleep cycle?
5 stages:
What are some things you should limit in your diet?
Added sugars, saturated fats, and sodium.