Nutrition
To prevent dehydration, older adults should drink this many oz (ounces) of water every day?
What is 6-8 glasses of water a day
-Thirst decreases with age so drinking enough water can benefit energy levels kidney function and brain.
What simple test is commonly used to check a persons blood pressure?
What is a blood pressure cuff/ monitor.
What is one simple activity that can help keep your body active?
Walking
Installing these in hallways and bathrooms can make it easier to see at night and help prevent falls
What is night lights
What was Micheal Jackson's signature dance move?
What is the Moon walk
In older adults, this fraction of the plate should be filled specifically with fruits and vegetables.
What is half the plate!
Fruits and vegetables are nutrient dense and have plenty of essential vitamins and nutrients while also being low in calories.
How often should adults generally have their blood pressure checked?
At least once a year or more often if recommended by their healthcare provider
How often should older adults try to be physically active during the week?
Most days of the week, if not everyday
This should be installed on every level of your home and tested regularly to warn you of a fire.
What is a Smoke Detector?
What are the colors of the Olympic Rings?
What is Blue, yellow, black, green, and red
To protect heart health and manage high blood pressure, it is recommended that this mineral should be limited to 1,500 mgs.
What is salt/sodium?
To much salt can trap excess fluid which can make your heart work harder and increase BP.
What screening test is used to check for colon cancer by looking for hidden blood in stool?
A fecal occult blood test (FOBT/FIT)
What type of exercise can help improve your balance and reduce the risk of falls?
Balance exercises, such as standing on one foot or Tai Chi.
Before standing up from a bed or chair doing this for a few moments can help prevent dizziness and falls
What is sitting up slowly/changing positions slowly
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Oh, yeah, I'll tell you somethin' I think you'll understand When I say that somethin' I want to.......
What is Hold your hand by the Beatles
If you are lacking Vitamin D or calcium your body will pull minerals from your skeleton, putting you at a much higher risk for this bone disease that causes your bones to become brittle.
What is osteoporosis
Osteoporosis can increase the risk of fractures, so you can help protect
yourselves against this by walking, getting calcium in, and taking measures to prevent falls.
What screening test uses an X-ray to check the breasts for signs of breast cancer?
A mammogram
True or False: Strength exercises can help older adults maintain strong muscles and bones.
True
This room in the home s one of the most common places for falls especially because of wet slippery surfaces
Bathroom
What is the 50th state of the USA?
What is Hawaii
Eating foods high in this, such as oatmeal and beans, helps to keep your digestive tract moving and naturally lowers cholesterol.
What is Fiber?
Fiber helps to clean out your digestive tract and removes cholesterol from the body before it gets the chance to get absorbed into the blood.
A doctor asks an older adult to repeat three words and draw a clock. What is this screening mainly checking for?
Memory/cognitive impairment
Name two benefits of regular exercise for older adults.
Improved strength, better balance, stronger bones, Improved heart health, increased energy, or improved mood.
If you suddenly notice one side of your face drooping, weakness in one arm or slurred speech you should do this IMMEDIATELY!
What is call 911!!!!!
Who is the Greek goddess of spring/nature ?
What is Persephone or Kore