Healthy Life

Healthy Life-Style

IQ Quiz

Changing everyday habits can improve the quality of your life and reduce the possibility of illness and injury. The following list of statements can help you to identify some important steps toward a healthier and safer life. Mark each box next to the statement that represents your actions. Unmarked boxes identify areas that put you at risk.

Stress

1. I plan my days off to allow time for recreation.

2. I get enough sleep.

3. I express feelings of anger and worry.

4. I make decisions with little or no worry.

5. I set realistic goals for myself.

6. I accept responsibility for my actions.

7. I manage stress so that it does not affect my physical well-being.

8. I discuss problems with friends and relatives.

Physical Health

9. I eat a balanced diet.

10. I have regular medical check-ups.

11. I have regular dental check-ups.

12. I have regular eye examinations.

13. I avoid using illegal substances.

14. I have fewer than five alcoholic beverages per week.

15. I avoid using alcoholic beverages while taking medications.

16. When taking medications, I follow the directions on the label.

Personal Safety

17. I keep my vehicle in good operating condition.

18. I obey traffic laws.

19. I wear safety belts whenever I operate or ride in an automobile.

20. I keep recreational equipment in good working condition.

21. I wear life jackets (personal flotation devices - PFD's) when taking part in water activities, such as boating, fishing, and water-skiing.

22. I swim only when others are present.

Home Safety

23. I post local emergency number(s) near my telephone(s).

24. I have battery-operated smoke detectors where I live.

25. I keep medications safely and securely stored out of reach of children.

26. I keep cleansers and other poisonous materials safely and securely stored.

27. I turn off the oven and other appliances after use.

28. I keep a working fire extinguisher in my home.

29. I have an emergency plan in the event of injury, sudden illness, or natural disaster.

30. I practice emergency plans with my family or roommates.

30 Checkmarks = You are successfully making your family's life healthy,

but you must keep up the good work.

29-1 Checkmark (s) = You are in the process of making your family healthy,

persevere and you will succeed.

0 Checkmarks = You need help in order to create the healthy environment

you desire for your family. Why don't you take a First Aid class or contact your

local Red Cross chapter for more information?

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