Cooking/Diet
True
Resume.
What are two ways you could travel to a doctors appointment in the community?
Take the bus.
Walk.
What does high/low blood sugar contribute to?
Diabetes
What are 3 appropriate examples of when you would contact 9-1-1?
Fire, medical emergency, car crash, break-in, etc.
What is the best/healthiest way to lose weight?
Eating healthy and exercising regularly.
How would you go about applying for a job in the community?
Job coach (possibly), going into a business and asking for an application, etc.
What are at least 4 expenses you could be responsible for when living in the community?
Phone bill, TV, internet, groceries, clothes, bus fare, hygiene products, water/sewer/garbage, rent, electricity etc.
What is a type of medicine you can request if you are having back pain?
Ibuprofen, Naproxin or Tylenol.
What are manners?
Socially appropriate and kind ways of acting toward other people.
Why is it important to learn how to cook your own, healthy meals?
Independence and a healthier lifestyle.
Name at least two benefits of having, and keeping, a job.
More spending money.
Keeps you busy (and out of trouble).
More responsibility.
Making friends.
Learning social & vocational skills/ building a resume.
What are some things one must do when living independently even if we don't want to?
Cleaning, taking meds, mowing the lawn, going to work, etc.
Give an example of when you would go to the emergency room versus when you would make a doctors appointment.
DOC: sore throat, low-grade fever, ear pain, etc.
What are some things that might make communication difficult between people?
Language barriers, hearing loss, speech pace, etc.
What is a healthy alternative to potato chips when hungry for a snack?
Carrots & ranch.
Nuts/seeds.
Fruit.
Popcorn.
What is the difference between a credit card and a debit card?
A credit card you are borrowing money from the bank and must pay it back; a debit card you are using your own money.
In the community, who should you talk to first if you are having difficulty doing a part of your job?
Your supervisor.
What are some lifestyle habits/behaviors that can lead to health issues?
Not exercising, not drinking enough water, not brushing your teeth, eating too much junk food, etc.
Why is it important to practice your reading/writing skills?
What does "C" , "tbsp" & "tsp" stand for in recipes?
Cup, tablespoon, teaspoon
What are taxes?
Money that is taken out of your paycheck that goes to the government to pay for public expenses.
Why are appropriate coping skills so important when living in a community setting?
Because outbursts and inappropriate actions can jeopardize our eligibility to live more independently in the community.
What are 4 items that you should have on hand for first-aid?
Band-aids, antibiotic ointment, wound cleanser, gauze, tweezers, gloves, etc.
What is the type of communication that people pick up on most?