Personal Hygiene
Give 4 examples of personal hygiene
1. showering/washing body
2. washing hair
3. Brushing/flossing teeth
4. Nail care (keep short and clean)
5. Changing clothing and undergarments daily.
6. Washing your face.
7. Washing your hands frequently.
It’s o.k. not to use shampoo or soap when showering. No one will ever know. True or False
False
How often should you get dental check-ups?
a.Once a year
b.Once every 6 years
c.Every 6 months
d.When there is candy stuck in your teeth
c.
What song should you sing when you brush your teeth?
a.Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
b.Happy Birthday twice
c.10 little monkeys
d.We don't talk about Bruno
b
Why is personal hygiene important?
Personal hygiene prevents illnesses, diseases, infections, and bad body odors.
It’s o.k. to wear your underwear and socks for a few days because no one sees them. True or False
False (Clothing that is worn next to the skin needs to be changed daily, i.e. underwear, socks & shirts)
How many times should you wash your face a day and what should you wash your face with?
The best way to prevent or help acne it to keep your face clean by washing your face twice a day with mild soap.
Your toothbrush needs to be changed every year. True or False
False. A toothbrush should be changed every 3 to 4 months and after illness such as the Flu, and Strep throat.
Name 2 of the 4 parts of the hand that are commonly missed when hands are being washed?
1. Fingertips
2. in between fingers
3. thumbs
4. wrists
Name 3 places on your body that can cause body odor
1. Armpits
2. feet
3. hair
Why is it important to air dry your shoes every day?
Sweat and the dampness cause bacteria to grow which can lead to infection and odors.
How should you wash your body?
a. With soap, focusing on armpits, private areas, and feet. Then dry well with a towel
b. No need to use soap, just rinse off in the shower
c. Just spray with perfume and apply deodorant everywhere .
a.
For how long should you brush your teeth?
a.2 minutes
b.Until they hurt
c.Until they feel clean
d.30 seconds
a.
Name 5 times you should wash your hands.
Before, during, and after preparing food
Before and after eating food
After using the toilet
After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing
After touching an animal, animal feed, or animal waste
After handling pet food or pet treats
After touching garbage
Name 2 times you should put deodorant or an antiperspirants on
1. After a shower
2. In the morning
3. After an activity with increased sweating
What clothing needs to be changed daily?
a. Coats and outerwear
b. shoes
c. Hair ties
d. Undergarments (underwear & socks)
d
Sweat glands, dead skin cells and excess oil in your scalp can make unwashed hair smelly. True or False?
True
Where does bacterial plaque stay the longest, and can cause bad breath?
a.Teeth
b.Tongue
c.Gums
d.Hair
b.