Nutrition
Why is proper nutrition and diet important?
It helps us grow, function, and live a good life
What is the first step of recognizing cardiac arrest?
check for responsiveness, if breathing or not and begin pulse check simultaneously in less than 10 seconds
When washing your hands which direction should your fingertips be pointed?
Downward
What is blood pressure?
Force of blood against artery walls when the heart beats
What is the overall health of a person called?
Holistic health
What are carbohydrates?
A macronutrient that provides us with short-term energy.
30:2
What should be used to clean your nails?
Brushes or nail cleaners
What is the average normal systolic blood pressure?
Less than 120 mm Hg
Complementary therapies provide treatment that combines which two other types of therapies?
alternative and biomedical therapies
What are the primary functions of proteins?
build and repair muscles, bones, and make hormones and enzymes.
Before doing CPR what is the important step if you are alone?
Checking the scene as well as activating emergency response by calling for 9-1-1
How long should we wash our hands?
around 20 seconds
What is blood pressure measured in?
Millimeters of mercury or mm Hg
How many total minutes of physical activity should people have each day?
At least 20-30 minutes
What nutrient is good for bone health, cardio health and circulatory health?
Calcium
What is an AED?
automated external defibrillator is used to help those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It's a sophisticated, yet easy-to-use, medical device that can analyze the heart's rhythm and, if necessary, deliver an electrical shock
Why is soap used as a cleansing agent in washing your hands?
It traps the dirt in your hands for easy and effective cleaning
What risk factors cause hypertension?
Diet, exercise, stress, drug abuse and smoking
What are three of the five areas of wellness included in holistic health?
Physical wellness, emotional wellness, social wellness, mental and intellectual wellness, and spiritual wellness
How much water should we drink per day?
8 Cups or 65 ouneces per day
Why do we allow complete recoil of the chest between each compression?
so the blood can re-fill the heart's chambers between compressions
Using a waterless hand cleaner(hand sanitizer) how long should you rub your hands together for?
A medical tool to measure blood pressure
What are two services healthcare systems provided for people to improve their wellness?
Weight control services, fitness centers, relaxation massages