WGU C458 Health, Fitness, Wellness

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Cardiorespiratory Fitness and FlexibilityFitness- whole body exercises moderate/vigorously for ext. period of time Flexibility- movement of joints through full range motions FITT recommendationsChildren/Adolescent- Cardio/Endurance:7 days/wk, 60 min/more, continuous aerobics

Strengthening: 3 days/wk, within 60 min, resistance training

Adults- Cardio/Endurance: throughout wk, moderate 150-300 min, vigorous 75-

150 min personal hygiene recommendations (children)bathe soap/water daily (all body parts), wash hands 20 secs warm soap/water, wash hair with shampoo weekly, eye dr 1x/yr, dental exam every 6 mos personal hygiene recommendations (adolescent) bathe soap/water daily (all body parts), wash hands 20 secs warm soap/water, wash hair with shampoo weekly, eye dr 1x/yr, dental exam every 6 mos, acne treatment, hair care personal hygiene recommendations (adult)avoid tobacco/alcohol, dental exams, wash daily, shampoo hair 1x/wk fire preventionBe alarmed (install/maintain alarms), escape plan in place, cook with care, check water heater temps drowning prevention-Learn to swim (better) -Buddy -Whitewater/moving techniques -Lifeguard -Read H2O (stream crossing) -No alcohol -Wading stick -lifejackets bicycle accident preventionbike helmet/know helmet laws bright fluorescent clothing/flashers fall preventionfall risk assessment on admission and routinely until patient discharge. Yellow colored wristbands mean fall risk. establish elimination schedules, fall pad on floor of bed, gait belt, check rubber tips of assistive aids, non slip shoes, safety bars near toilets, call lights.emergency responseMinor Injury: cuts/scrapes rinse with cool water, compress with gauze, replace gauze if needed, first aid kit

Major Injury: call 911, perform CPR (hands only/conventional) if needed

REM vs non-REM sleepREM: a phase of sleep in which the eyes move rapidly

Non rem: a category of sleep that includes both light sleep and SWS

Non-REM sleep stages1. transition wake/sleep

• asleep
• deep sleep

benefits of sleep to healthprevents sickness, maintain weight, reduces stress, improves mood, lowers risk for serious health problems (heart disease, diabetes)

advice for better sleepset a schedule, exercise 20-30 min/day, avoid caffeine late in day, read/take a bath before bed age group needing most sleepinfants age group needing less sleepadults carbohydratesthe starches and sugars present in foods foods containing carbohydratesBreads Cereals Fruits Vegetables Legumes Milk products Sugar-sweetened Beverages proteinbuild, maintain bone, muscle, cartilage, blood, skin; provide energy foods containing proteinsred meats, poultry, eggs, fish, dairy products fatA large lipid molecule made from an alcohol called glycerol and three fatty acids; a triglyceride. Most fats function as energy-storage molecules.foods containing fatred meat, whole-fat dairy, coconut oil micronutrientsvitamins and minerals needed in small amounts macronutrientscarbohydrates, proteins, and fats needed in large amounts US Dietary Guidelines1. adequate nutrients within energy needs

• weight management
• physical activity
• food groups to consider
• fats
• carbohydrates
• sodium and potassium
• alcohol
• food safety

modified dietsdiets prescribed for people who have certain illnesses, conditions, or food allergies; also called therapeutic or special diets.common food allergiesmilk, dairy, eggs, shellfish, fish, wheat, soy, peanuts, and tree nuts effects of food allergiesitching mouth, hives, watery eyes, GI pains, trouble swallowing, tongue/throat swelling BMI (body mass index)a measure of body weight relative to height

dietary and physical activity recommendations Dietary guidelines Offer a variety of foods, limiting foods high in fat & sugar 60 minutes of vigorous physical activity each day MyPlate developed by the USDA for young children National School Lunch Program (NSLP)Help schools provide balanced, low-cost/free lunches School Breakfast ProgramProvides cash assistance to states to operate nonprofit breakfast programs in schools and residential child care institutions.steps to take to improve mental healthconnecting with others, getting enough sleep, physical activity, develop coping skills what percentage of Americans suffer from mental illness? 1 in every 5 depression vs generalized anxiety disorderdepression causes feelings of sadness, hopelessness, reduced energy for 2+ weeks anxiety causes feelings of worthlessness, worry, dread anorexialack or loss of appetite bulimia nervosaan eating disorder characterized by episodes of overeating, usually of high- calorie foods, followed by vomiting, laxative use, fasting, or excessive exercise binge eating disordersignificant binge-eating episodes, followed by distress, disgust, or guilt, but without the compensatory purging, fasting, or excessive exercise that marks bulimia nervosa obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)an anxiety disorder characterized by unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and/or actions (compulsions) social healthbeing able to interact with others and participate in the community in both an independent and cooperative way.sexthe biological distinction between females and males genderthe socially constructed roles and characteristics by which a culture defines male and female sexual orientationa person's sexual identity in relation to the gender to which they are attracted; the fact of being heterosexual, homosexual, or bisexual.sexual harassmentcomments, gestures, or physical contacts of a sexual nature that are deliberate, repeated, and unwelcome sexual biasdiscrimination of a particular group or individual based upon sexual orientation.sexual assaultany type of sexual contact or behavior that occurs without the explicit consent of the recipient