Hand/Nail Hygiene
How long do we wash our hands?
20 seconds
How often should you replace your toothbrush?
Every 3-4 months or after an illness
How often should we shower?
Most will benefit from a rinse at least every other day.
What is personal hygiene?
the way we care for our bodies to help keep them clean
Name at least 2 times we should wash our hands
Before and after using restroom, before and after eating, when hands become visibly dirty/soiled.
How often should you brush your teeth?
Why do we need to shower/bathe?
to make sure body is clean by getting rid of germs
to make us feel clean and refreshed
to not have bad odor
true or false: putting on perfume or body spray is just as good as taking a shower? Why?
False! it does not clean the body of oils, dirt, and germs
What can you use to clean your hands if soap and water are not available?
Hand sanitizer
How long do we brush our teeth for?
2 minutes
When are more frequent baths necessary?
After sports
After playing outside
When we become dirty and/or sweaty
__ is a sticky film that can lead to tooth decay and gum problems.
Plaque
Why is it important to practice good nail hygiene?
Trim nails regularly and attempt to keep them short to avoid dirt from getting trapped under fingernails
By brushing your teeth, what are you preventing?
Cavities, bad breath, gum disease
What can happen to our skin if dirt or sweat builds up?
We can get skin rashes or infections
Do we have to wash our clothes even if they aren't visibly dirty?
Yes! clothes (especially shirts and underwear) can be dirty even if they don't look it.
How can you keep your hands clean when you sneeze?
Sneeze into a tissue or inside of your elbow
How many times a year should you visit a dentist?
At least twice a year or every 6 months
Name something we use to help eliminate body odor after we shower
deodorant
perfume/body spray
cologne
How often should we apply deodorant?
every day. if you are someone who sweats a a lot, reapplying it throughout the day may be a good idea.