JSS 1 Physical and Health Education Flashcards: Determinants of Health and Characteristics of a Healthy Person

Question 1

What is a determinant of health?

Accepted Answer

A factor that influences a person’s health status.

Question 2

How can heredity influence health?

Accepted Answer

Inherited genes can affect traits and susceptibility to some conditions.

Question 3

Which determinant includes smoking, diet and physical activity?

Accepted Answer

behaviour or lifestyle

Question 4

How can the environment affect health?

Accepted Answer

Air, water, housing, sanitation and safety can expose or protect people.

Question 5

Why does inherited risk not always mean a person will develop a disease?

Accepted Answer

Lifestyle, environment and healthcare can also influence whether disease develops.

Question 6

What does mental alertness mean as a sign of health?

Accepted Answer

Being able to pay attention, think clearly and respond appropriately.

Question 7

What is agility?

Accepted Answer

The ability to change direction quickly and under control.

Question 8

What is flexibility?

Accepted Answer

The range of movement available at a joint.

Question 9

What is balance?

Accepted Answer

The ability to maintain body stability while still or moving.

Question 10

What is coordination?

Accepted Answer

The ability to use body parts together smoothly and accurately.

Question 11

Why should the body be bathed regularly?

Accepted Answer

To remove sweat, dirt and microorganisms and reduce odour or skin problems.

Question 12

What is the best routine for oral hygiene?

Accepted Answer

Brush teeth thoroughly with fluoride toothpaste at least twice daily.

Question 13

Why should a toothbrush not be shared?

Accepted Answer

It can transfer saliva, blood and microorganisms.

Question 14

How should fingernails be maintained?

Accepted Answer

Keep them clean and trim them safely.

Question 15

What is menstrual hygiene?

Accepted Answer

Safe, clean management of menstruation using suitable absorbent materials and body care.

Question 16

Why should a menstrual pad be changed regularly?

Accepted Answer

To maintain comfort and reduce odour, leakage and infection risk.

Question 17

How should used sanitary pads be disposed of?

Accepted Answer

Wrap them and place them in an appropriate covered waste bin according to local guidance.

Question 18

Which action does NOT support personal hygiene: washing hands, cleaning teeth, wearing clean clothes or sharing used towels?

Accepted Answer

sharing used towels

Question 19

A learner has persistent bleeding gums. What is the best action?

Accepted Answer

Tell a responsible adult and seek dental assessment.

Question 20

Why is self-confidence listed as a characteristic of health?

Accepted Answer

Healthy development includes a realistic sense of worth and ability to act.

Strong work.