Hygiene
What should you do before eating?
Wash your hands with soap and water
Name one thing that your body needs to stay hydrated
Water/fluids
True or False: Sleep is a part of physical health
True
You have a small papercut. Should you see a doctor?
No, very basic first aid would be enough
You forgot deodorant, who might me able to help?
The clinicians have hygiene products in their offices that are available for student use
True or False: You only need to wash your hands when they look dirty?
False
True or False: Being physically healthy means looking a certain way
False
Name two activities that count as movement
You have had a toothache for several days. Who should you talk to?
Trusted adult
Dentist
Healthcare professional
You see someone being teased because of their body odor. Should you join in?
Nope, support the person or tell an adult
Name two reasons why we brush and floss our teeth
Remove plaque/food
Prevent cavities and gum problems
Name three things that your body needs on a regular basis
food
water
sleep
movement
hygiene
rest
healthcare
Which is more likely to help you sleep: listening to music or watching tv
You start feeling really dizzy and nauseous at school and aren't sure what to do. Who could you ask?
Nurse
Teacher/TA
Clinician
Support
True or False: If someone smells of strong body odor, that means they don't take care of themselves.
False, there could be many reasons
Your friend has food stuck in their teeth. Do you tell them?
BONUS: two words to describe HOW you tell them
Yes, but be sure to do so privately and respectfully
You haven't eaten all day and now feel shaky and tired. What is one thing that you can do?
Eat something
Ask to see the nurse
Tell a trusted adult
You stay up late at night and are too tired to stay awake at school. What might your body be telling you?
It needs sleep/rest
You keep feeling faint when walking up the stairs. You almost fell over while climbing them yesterday. Should you ignore it?
No, tell a trusted adult and seek medical attention
Name two things your friend should consider changing or getting help with
Someone has noticeable body odor even though they shower regularly. Name ONE reason why this might happen that has nothing to do with the person being 'dirty.'
medication
medical condition
hormones/puberty
diet
sweat
clothing
A TikTok says, "this drink will detox your body." What should you do before trying it?
Check the source
Talk to a trusted adult
Ask a healthcare professional
True or False: Exercise only counts if you're sweating
False- movement comes in many forms and intensity levels
You aren't sure whether something happening with your body is normal. What's better: google your symptoms, ask your friends, talk to a trusted adult, ask a healthcare professional?
Talk to a reliable adult
Use trustworthy health information
A TikTok post says " You don't need to go to the gym to lose weight. Just take this supplement and watch the pounds shed off!"
What are three things you can do?
Don't automatically believe the claim
Check the source for reliability
Avoid talking an unknown supplement based solely on social media
Talk to a trusted adult
Ask a medical professional