What is the Flu?
True or False: The Flu and a Cold are pretty much the same thing.
False - Flu symptoms are more severe.
High body temperature and feeling of coldness
fever and chills
We should do this when we cough or sneeze
cover our mouth
Name one way to ensure you don't get dehydrated
drink plenty of liquids
What causes the Flu?
an infection of the nose, throat, and lungs caused by influenza viruses.
Can include muscle soreness
body aches
We should do this frequently to reduce the spread of the flu.
wash our hands
True or False: If you have the flu you should go to work or school anyway.
False! If you have the flu, your body needs rest to recover quicker.
How long can the flu virus last on a surface?
2-8 hours
How can you tell if it's the flu or just a cold?
symptoms are more intense with the flu
We should try to do this every year.
get vaccinated with the Flu Shot
What does clear mucus mean?
you're not sick yay
How is the Flu virus spread?
through droplets made when people with the Flu cough, sneeze, or talk
True or False: Nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea is usually a sign of the flu in children?
True
True or False: Antibiotics will help against the Flu
False - Antibiotics are not effective against the flu and are usually only used against bacterial infections.
How does the Flu virus enter the body?
through mucus membranes in the eyes, ears, and nose.
What does F.A.C.T.S stand for?
Fever, Aches, Chills, Tiredness, Sudden
Name two other ideas for keeping your sneeze or cough covered.
sneeze into a tissue OR sneeze into your sneeze
What are some emergency signs of flu sickness in infants?
Fast breathing or trouble breathing, not drinking enough fluids, not waking up or interacting, fever with a rash, unable to eat, fewer wet diapers than normal.