What does the cardiovascular system do?
Supplies oxygen to the body
What is the leading cause of death in for men and women
Cardiovascular Diseases
Name 2 examples of cardiovascular exercise
Running
Walking
Jogging
Biking
Dancing
Swimming
Why is Hygiene important
helps prevent infections and diseases
How big is your heart
About the size of your fist
Name 2 symptoms of heart disease
Chest pain, tightness, pressure, discomfort (angina)
Shortness of breath
How many heart rate zones are there?
5
Why is hygiene important for social and emotional health
Positive social interactions
Increased self-confidence
Increased self-image
What are the 3 components of the cardiovascular system?
Heart
Blood
Blood vessels
Why is high blood pressure bad?
because the heart needs to pump harder to get blood throughout the body.
What is max heart rate (definition)
Max number of beats per minute during intense exercise
Name 3 skin care tips
Shower or bathe regularly with soap/water.
Use antiperspirants and deodorant to eliminate body odor.
Wear clean clothing everyday.
Gently wash face with mild face wash and water. NEVER scrub the skin.
Wear sunscreen to prevent sunburn/UV damage.
Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds and pat hands dry.
How many gallons of blood are pumped throughout the body per day?
2000
Name 4 risk factors for heart disease
Smoking
Alcohol
Drug use
Poor diet
Obesity
Sedentary lifestyle
Chronic stress
Diabetes
High blood pressure
How do you calculate max heart rate?
220-age
Name 3 hair and teeth hygiene tips
Wash hair regularly with shampoo and conditioner.
Comb/brush hair daily.
Use specialized shampoos to treat dandruff or oily scalp.
Brush and floss teeth at least twice a day.
Go to dentist 2x a year for a cleaning to remove plaque
Eat foods rich in calcium to promote strong teeth.
Avoid sugary foods that cause tooth decay.
What are the 4 chambers of the heart
Right Atrium, Left Atrium, Right Ventricle and Left Ventricle
What is systolic pressure
pressure in the arteries when the heart beats
What do you use to check your own pulse and where are 2 spots you can feel it?
middle and index finger. check it in your neck or wrist.
Name 2 functions of the skin
Regulates body temperature
Barrier against water and germs
Releases perspiration through glands
Helps to feel textures and alerts to when something is hot/cold