Hygiene
Germs such as sweat and dirt can make us sick.
True or False?
False (Bacteria and viruses are germs that makes us sick)
Clothing does not need to be washed unless it is visibly soiled and stained.
True or False?
False (Skin cells and germs are not visible to the eye; they mix with bacteria and cause odors)
It’s okay not to use shampoo or soap when showering.
True or False?
False
What three items do you need to brush your teeth?
Tooth brush, Tooth paste, floss
The number of germs in your hand is comparable to the number of a) Ice cubes in a tray b) Cars in a parking lot c) Trees in a park d) Grains of sand on a beach
D (Grains of sand on a beach)
What causes body odor?
Dirt...oil... and sweat
It is okay to turn your underwear inside out for a second wearing.
True or False?
False. (Clothing that is worn next to the skin needs to be changed daily, i.e. underwear, socks & shirts)
How does your body cool off?
It sweats
How often should you get dental check-ups?
a) When you start seeing plaque on your teeth b) Once every 2 years c) Every 6 months d) Every year
C (every 6 months)
Good personal hygiene ____ harmful germs on your body.
a) Ignores b) attacks c) Helps d) Multiples
B (attacks harmful germs on the body)
Proper hygiene includes having a proper diet?
True or False?
True...Having an un-proper diet can contribute to chronic diseases or obesity.
Name two ways to keep your shoes fresh and dry
Take shoes off when you come home and allow them to air dry; if you have a 2nd pair, alternate days. Change your socks every day, and have a designated pair of gym shoes.
How should you wash your feet & body? a) With soap and a wash cloth, making sure that you get into the nooks and crannies.Then drying 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 d) Just wash with water and a wash cloth
A
Where does bacterial plaque stay the longest, and can cause bad breath?
a)Teeth b) Tongue c) Gums d) Throat
B (Tongue)
Bad breath and body odor are produced by?
a) Bacteria digesting food b) Viruses replicating themselves c) Skin glands secreting oils d) Reaction between body and oxygen secretions
A (bacteria digesting food)
How many times a week should you shower?
At least once a day
What clothing needs to be changed daily?
a) Coats and outerwear b) Socks c) Hair ties d) Underwear
B & D (socks & underwear)
Sweat glands in your scalp, dead skin cells and excess oil in your scalp can make unwashed hair smelly.
True or False?
True
What is a cavity?
A hole in your teeth that can grow bigger and bigger over time! Caused by plaque and access sugar
How can biting your nails be harmful to your health?
a) It makes your teeth more brittle b) It makes your nails short c) It transfers bacteria between your mouth and hands d) It prevents bacteria from digesting in your mouth
C (it transfers bacteria between your mouth and hands)
What is personal hygiene a good prevention of?
a) Tooth decay b) Diseases and sickness c) Looking ugly d) Having a bad diet
b) Diseases and sickness
What causes clothing to smell?
a) Environment (cigarette smoking, cooking smells, etc.) b) When bacteria mixes with skin cells, dirt & oils in the skin and hair c) Food, dirt and stains on clothing d) All of the above
D (all of the above)
When are 2 out of the 4 good times to put on deodorant? a) Before a party and at school during math b) After a shower and in the morning c) After you go to the bathroom and before you eat d) Before an outdoor sporting event and before a shower.
B
How long should you brush your teeth?
For AT LEAST 2 minutes
Poor hygiene has the most direct effect on which body system?
a) Immune system b) circulatory system c) Nervous system d) respiratory system
A (Immune system)