Personal Hygiene
What are 3 benefits of bathing/showering?
1) Prevents body odor
2) Helps with skin health
3) Helps remove oil, dirt, sweat, and bacteria
How much sleep is recommended each night for a middle schooler?
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine has recommended that children aged 6–12 years should regularly sleep 9–12 hours per 24 hours and teenagers aged 13–18 years should sleep 8–10 hours per 24 hours.
How often should you shower or bathe?
Daily
How often are dental check-ups recommended?
Every 6 months
What are three examples of coping skills or strategies to help with stress?
Examples could include: deep breathing, physical activity, talking with a friend, going for a walk, reading, art/writing, spending time with a pet
What does SPF stand for?
Sun protection factor.
You should wear a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, even if it's cloudy or you don't plan on spending a lot of time outdoors. If you sweat a lot or go swimming, reapply sunscreen every 1½ to 2 hours (even if the bottle says the sunscreen is waterproof).
How long before bedtime should you turn off electronics?
The National Sleep Foundation advocates for an electronic device cut off point between 30 minutes and 2 hours from bedtime. A good rule of thumb is to opt for at least an hour.
How long should you wash your hands?
What ingredient do most toothpastes contain for healthy teeth?
a) Kryptonite
b) Samsonite
c) Chloride
d) Fluoride
d, fluoride
It is considered excessive flatulence if you pass gas more than __ times a day.
a) 5
b) 20
c) 40
b) 20
Doctors say the average person farts anywhere from 5 to 15 times per day.
BONUS OPPORTUNITY (for an extra 50 points): What should you do if you have to pass gas and you're around other people?
What are two ways to care for your skin besides washing it/bathing?
Drink plenty of water
Get rest
Which of the following is not true about sleep?
a) It cleans our brains of toxins
b) It strengthens our immune system
c) It decreases our muscle mass
d) It helps regulate our mood
c, it decreases our muscle mass
True or False: Ear wax doesn't serve any useful purpose.
False.
Earwax has several important jobs. First, it protects and moisturizes the skin of ear canal, preventing dry, itchy ears. Second, it contains special chemicals that fight off infections that could hurt the skin inside the ear canal. Finally, it acts as a shield between the outside world and the eardrum. When dust, dirt, and other things enter your ear, the earwax traps them so they can't travel any further.
For how long should you brush your teeth and how many times a day should you brush them?
Two minutes, two times a day
What is your body's largest organ?
a) Heart
b) Large intestine
c) Skin
d) Brain
c, skin
What causes pimples?
A pimple starts when the pores in the skin get clogged with a type of oil called sebum, which normally lubricates the skin and hair. Acne is common during puberty when hormones go into overdrive, causing the skin to make too much sebum.
All of the following are myths about sleeping, except:
a) Napping makes up for lack of sleep at night.
b) Sleeping helps us digest food better.
c) If you can’t sleep, it’s best to stay in bed until you fall back asleep.
d) Sleeping with a light on is harmless.
b) Sleeping helps us digest food better.
Each of the following are examples of body parts people often do not clean enough, except:
a) Face
b) Scalp
c) Tongue
d) Fingernails
a, face
What are the two most important things that you can do to keep your teeth and gums healthy?
Brushing and flossing
The skin does all of these except:
a) Protect our bodies
b) Help keep our bodies at just the right temperature
c) Help the body absorb sugary foods
d) Allow us to have the sense of touch
c, help the body absorb sugary foods
What is the difference between deodorant and an antiperspirant?
Deodorants get rid of the odor of sweat by covering it up, and antiperspirants actually stop or dry up perspiration.
What are three things you can do to help your brain and body get ready for good rest?
Examples could include:
Turning off electronics, engage in physical activity throughout the day, play relaxing music, find a relaxing scent/smell, avoid big meals or caffeine right before bed, limit day time naps, follow a routine
What is an example of a fungal infection that causes itching, flaky skin and sometimes a sore, red rash?
a) Athlete's foot
b) Strep throat
c) Measles
What is halitosis?
Bad breath
Each hair on your body grows out of a tiny tube in the skin called:
a) Follicle
b) Straw
c) Pore
d) Sweat gland
a, follicle