Germs
what are the two most common germs that get you sick?
Virus and Bacteria
What are three times you should wash your hands
After going to the bathroom
After Playing with your Pet
Before Eating
When They look dirty
After playing outside
What is the purpose of the Immune System?
To fight off germs
What are at least four of the body defense mechanisms that you have?
Skin, ear wax, mucus, cilia, stomach acid, and the immune system.
What is one way you can prevent getting a virus?
Stay away from sick people
Wear a mask
Wash your hands
Get all your shots (vaccines)
Which is smaller bacteria or a virus?
Virus are much smaller
How long should you wash your hands?
At least 20 seconds (the time is takes to sing the ABC song or happy birthday twice).
Getting these when you’re young helps your immune system fight off diseases
Shots (vaccines)
How does skin protect you from getting sick?
If covers almost your whole body and prevents germs from getting in.
Mouth, Nose, Ears, cuts, and in your stomach.
What are three things you can do to prevent spreading germs if you are sick?
Wear a mask
Wash your hands
Cover your coughs/sneezes
Stay home if you are sick
How many servings of fruits and vegetables should you have a day?
2-3 servings of each every day.
What type of cells are part of the immune system?
White Blood Cells
How does cilia prevent you from getting sick?
The tiny hairs called cilia wave and push germs out.
What should you do if you get a cut in your skin?
Wash it with soap and water and put a bandaid on it.
What are two things you should do to help you feel better when you are sick?
Rest, Plenty of fluids, Stay home.
How much water should you drink every day?
8-10 cups of water every day
What are lymph nodes?
An organ in your body that fills up with white blood cells when you are sick.
How does earwax protect you?
Ear wax traps things like dust, dirt, insects and germs, preventing them from getting in your ear.
What is the scientific name for White Blood Cells?
Lymphocytes.
True or False
If you have a viral infection, the doctor will give you antibiotics.
False, Antibiotics don't work on a virus.
How many hours of sleep should you get every day?
8-10 hours of sleep every night
List the three things that make up the immune system.
Cells, Organs, and tissues.
How does stomach acid prevent you from getting sick?
Stomach acid is really acidic and kills germs.
What is the scientific name for stomach acid?
Hydrochloric acid