Sharyn Ward Turner M.A., R.N. P.H.N.

Grade 5-6Grade 5-6Day #5Day #5“It’s A Guy Thing” “It’s A Guy Thing” ...”...” “It’s A Girl Thing” “It’s A Girl Thing” ...”...”

TIP Especially

in the creases

Your chances of being Your chances of being smelly!smelly!

Studies show that many bacteria smell bad…

Really bad

Think about that container Think about that container in the back of the fridge...in the back of the fridge...

• You open the container, expecting You open the container, expecting some tasty treat...some tasty treat...

• Then…WOW.…the whole kitchen Then…WOW.…the whole kitchen stinks.stinks.

• What made it stink?What made it stink?

BacteriaBacteria

• In dark places where no one bothers In dark places where no one bothers them, them,

• bacteria grow from single cells to bacteria grow from single cells to colonies, colonies,

• then to a booming metropolis. then to a booming metropolis.

EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT!!ABOUT IT!!

• Entire bacteria population wiped out byEntire bacteria population wiped out by

• SOAPSOAP

• TOOTHPASTETOOTHPASTE

• MOUTHWASHMOUTHWASH

• DEODORANTDEODORANT

• SHAMPOOSHAMPOO

TIP Go ahead use them!

So Why do I suddenly So Why do I suddenly stink?stink?

• As the body matures, a certain kind As the body matures, a certain kind of sweat gland developsof sweat gland develops

• Located in many creases of the Located in many creases of the bodybody

• When Adults sweat, they stink.When Adults sweat, they stink.

• Bummer…but trueBummer…but true

Head to Toe HygieneHead to Toe Hygiene

• A maintenance manual for the A maintenance manual for the adolescent bodyadolescent body

• Time to learn about adult hygiene Time to learn about adult hygiene habitshabits

Good hygiene is just basic. With hair growing under your armpits, and more sweat and oil, it is a good idea to begin using a deodorant with an anti-perspirant. It is also important to wear clean clothes and shower or bathe every day to eliminate body odors.

The HairThe Hair

• More oil, wash hair dailyMore oil, wash hair daily

• Comb your hair every Comb your hair every morning, and before I see youmorning, and before I see you

• Don’t share combs or hats…Don’t share combs or hats…etc (Lice)etc (Lice)

Your HairYour Hair

Hair can be styled, cut, colored, and changed in many ways.

Keeping your hair clean and healthy is part of personal grooming.

Hair and Scalp ProblemsHair and Scalp ProblemsSome problems that can occur with the hair and the scalp are as follows:

Dandruff, a flaking of the outer layer of dead skin cells on the scalp. This condition is usually caused by dry hair and can be treated with special shampoos.

Head lice, parasitic insects that live on the hair shaft and cause itching. Use a special shampoo and wash your hair immediately.

Any linens and clothes you have used should be washed in hot-water or dry-cleaned.

The EyeThe Eye

• Don’t touchDon’t touch

• Contact users wash hands Contact users wash hands before insertbefore insert

• Pink eye treated with antibiotic Pink eye treated with antibiotic drops (VERY contagious)drops (VERY contagious)

The EarThe Ear

• No Q-tips (turns wax into a plug)No Q-tips (turns wax into a plug)

• Earwax kills germs and fungus (leave Earwax kills germs and fungus (leave it to do its work)it to do its work)

• Cheap earrings (nickel) cause Cheap earrings (nickel) cause infections in someinfections in some

• 14K gold posts best, surgical steel 14K gold posts best, surgical steel OKOK

The NoseThe Nose

• Fingers introduce bacteria…a Fingers introduce bacteria…a leading cause of sinus infectionleading cause of sinus infection

• Do you understand what I mean?Do you understand what I mean?

• You can pick your friends…..You can pick your friends…..

The LipsThe Lips

• Balms and moisturizers are good. Balms and moisturizers are good. (but don’t share)(but don’t share)

• Mouth sores: Herpes, impetigo, Mouth sores: Herpes, impetigo, vitamin B deficiency (see your MD)vitamin B deficiency (see your MD)

• Don’t share stuff you drinkDon’t share stuff you drink

The TeethThe Teeth

• Brush 2 times a day (at least)Brush 2 times a day (at least)

• In the evening in order to keep your In the evening in order to keep your teethteeth

• In the morning in order to keep your In the morning in order to keep your friendsfriends

• Flossing and tongue brushing reduces Flossing and tongue brushing reduces oral bacteria, (reduces BAD BREATH)oral bacteria, (reduces BAD BREATH)

Healthy Teeth and GumsHealthy Teeth and Gums

Why is it important to take care of your Why is it important to take care of your teeth and gums?teeth and gums?

Your teeth and gums help you:

–Eat

–Smile

–Talk

Healthy Teeth and Gums Healthy Teeth and Gums (cont’d.)(cont’d.)

Tooth and gum problems start Tooth and gum problems start when plaque stays on the teeth when plaque stays on the teeth too long. too long. PlaquePlaque is the main cause of: is the main cause of:

– Tooth decay Tooth decay

– Gum diseaseGum disease

– Bad breathBad breath

Tooth DecayTooth Decay

Tooth decay and gum disease Tooth decay and gum disease usually result from poor dental usually result from poor dental care. care.

Stage 1The bacteria in plaque combine with sugar to form a harmful acid.

This acid eats into the enamel, the hard outer surface of the tooth.

Tooth Decay (cont’d.)Tooth Decay (cont’d.)

Stage 2Repeated acid attacks on the enamel cause a cavity, or hole to form.

Stage 3If the cavity grows and reaches the sensitive inner part of the tooth, it can cause a toothache

Preventing Tooth and Gum Preventing Tooth and Gum ProblemsProblemsThe best way to avoid tooth and The best way to avoid tooth and gum problems is to clean your gum problems is to clean your teeth correctly.teeth correctly.

If plaque is not removed by If plaque is not removed by cleaning, it can turn into tartar.cleaning, it can turn into tartar.

Tartar can only be removed by a Tartar can only be removed by a dentist or dental hygienist using dentist or dental hygienist using special instruments.special instruments.

The Correct Way to Brush The Correct Way to Brush TeethTeeth

To reduce plaque, brush your To reduce plaque, brush your teeth after eating whenever teeth after eating whenever possible. possible.

Use a soft-bristled brush and Use a soft-bristled brush and toothpaste that contains fluoride.toothpaste that contains fluoride.

The Correct Way to Brush The Correct Way to Brush TeethTeeth

1. Brush the outer surfaces first.

2. Tilt the top of your toothbrush where your teeth and gum meet.

The Correct Way to Floss The Correct Way to Floss TeethTeeth

1. Take about 18 inches of dental floss, and wrap the ends around the middle finger of each hand.

The Correct Way to Floss The Correct Way to Floss Teeth (cont’d.)Teeth (cont’d.)

2. Hold the floss tightly between your thumbs and forefingers, and slide it gently between your teeth.

3. Move it up or down to the gum line with a gentle sawing motion.

The Correct Way to Floss The Correct Way to Floss Teeth (cont’d.)Teeth (cont’d.)4.Rub the side of the

tooth, and bring the floss back out gently.

5.Repeat the process between all your teeth.

Tooth Care (cont’d.)Tooth Care (cont’d.)

Wrap about 18 inches of floss around the middle finger of each hand

Grip the floss firmly between thumb and forefinger.

Forming a C with the floss around each tooth, keep sliding the floss back and forth gently as you move it up and down along the side of the tooth.

How to Floss

Slide the floss back and forth between teeth toward the gumline until it touches the gumline.

Preventing Tooth and Gum Preventing Tooth and Gum ProblemsProblems

Keep your teeth strong and healthy by eating right.

Eat foods high in calcium, such as milk and yogurt.

When eating sugary or starchy foods, either eat them at meals or brush your teeth right afterward.

Tooth Care (cont’d.)Tooth Care (cont’d.)

To fight tooth decay, follow To fight tooth decay, follow these guidelines:these guidelines:

– Eat at least five servings of Eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables each day. fruits and vegetables each day. Include foods, that contain Include foods, that contain calcium, such as milk and calcium, such as milk and yogurt.yogurt.

– Limit your intake of sugar.Limit your intake of sugar.

– Visit a dentist at least twice a Visit a dentist at least twice a year for regular cleanings and year for regular cleanings and exams.exams.

Visiting the DentistVisiting the Dentist

To keep your teeth and gums healthy, see To keep your teeth and gums healthy, see your dentist twice a year.your dentist twice a year.

The dentist or dental hygienist will:The dentist or dental hygienist will:

1.1.Clean your teeth to prevent decay and Clean your teeth to prevent decay and disease.disease.

2.2.Look for signs of tooth decay and gum Look for signs of tooth decay and gum disease and provide any necessary disease and provide any necessary treatment before problems worsen.treatment before problems worsen.

More about TeethMore about Teeth

• Get a new toothbrush every 6 monthsGet a new toothbrush every 6 months

• See your Dentist every 6 months for See your Dentist every 6 months for cleaning and a check-upcleaning and a check-up

• When you brush, each tooth should be When you brush, each tooth should be brushed 8 timesbrushed 8 times

• Yellow sweaters on teeth are gross. Yellow sweaters on teeth are gross. Watch!Watch!

The FaceThe Face

• Wash twice a day (morning and Wash twice a day (morning and night)night)

• Rinse and pat dry (helps with acne)Rinse and pat dry (helps with acne)

• Some are allergic to some make up Some are allergic to some make up (so watch for signs)(so watch for signs)

Once puberty starts, hair and skin seem like an oil pit. Washing your hair daily or every other day can help control this problem. But your face requires special attention, because as it gets oilier, more pimples may appear. Pimples come in one-size-fits-all whiteheads and blackheads. Serious and persistent cases of pimples are called acne.

Your SkinYour Skin

The skin is the body’s largest organ. It is composed of three layers:

The epidermis – the outermost layer of skin.

The dermis – the skin’s inner layer, which contains blood vessels, nerve endings, hair follicles, sweat glands, and oil glands.

A layer of fat cells.

                                                                                                                    

These tips can help keep skin clear and healthy. Don't worry too much if it doesn't work all the time. You have no control over these common pimple creators: heredity (if your family has a history of pimples) and hormones. •A clean face. Wash with mild soap and water daily. •Keep hands and hair off your face. That just makes your skin more oily. •No pimple-picking. That can infect them and may result in scarring.

Your SkinYour Skin

The skin is the body’s largest organ. It is composed of three layers:

The epidermis – the outermost layer of skin.

The dermis – the skin’s inner layer, which contains blood vessels, nerve endings, hair follicles, sweat glands, and oil glands.

A layer of fat cells.

The SkinThe Skin

• It is a barrier against germs and sun It is a barrier against germs and sun damagedamage

• Oil gland (protection)Oil gland (protection)

• Sweat glands (temperature control)Sweat glands (temperature control)

• Piercing: a source of infection (Soap)Piercing: a source of infection (Soap)

• Tongue piercing associated w/ heart Tongue piercing associated w/ heart infectionsinfections

Your Skin (cont’d.)Your Skin (cont’d.)Pore

Epidermis(which produces melanin)

Nerve ending

Hair follicleFat cellsBlood vessel

Oil gland

Dermis

Your Skin (cont’d.)Your Skin (cont’d.)

The skin has many important functions:

Waterproofing

Vitamin D formation

Protection

Temperature control

Sensation

AcneAcneAcne is a skin condition that occurs when active oil glands cause hair follicles to become clogged. It often appears during puberty.

Acne may affect the face, neck, back, chest, and shoulders.To deal with acne:

Gently wash the affected area at least twice daily with mild soap and warm water.

Avoid touching the area. Avoid the use of heavy makeup or

creams.

Acne (cont’d.)Acne (cont’d.)

A whitehead results when a pore, or follicle opening, becomes plugged with sebum and dead skin cells.

AA blackhead forms when a whitehead is exposed to the air and darkens.

BIf a clogged follicle ruptures and bacteria invade the skin, an infection occurs. The area becomes red, swollen, and filled with pus, producing a pimple.

C

Skin CareSkin CareTaking care of your skin can help you feel good about yourself.

Keep clean. Eat properly and stay physically

active. Protect yourself from the sun’s

ultraviolet (UV) rays. If you’re going to be in the sun, wear

sunscreen and reapply it every hour. Avoid body decoration such as

tattoos and piercing.

Your skin:Your skin:

– Is your body’s largest organ.Is your body’s largest organ.

– Protects you from germs.Protects you from germs.

– Helps control your body Helps control your body temperature.temperature.

– Allows you to feel textures, Allows you to feel textures, temperatures, pressures, temperatures, pressures, and pain through nerve and pain through nerve endings.endings.

Parts of the SkinParts of the Skin

Caring for Your SkinCaring for Your Skin

The best way to care for The best way to care for your skin is to:your skin is to:

– Keep your skin clean.Keep your skin clean.

– Protect your skin from the Protect your skin from the sun.sun.

Skin ProblemsSkin ProblemsCommon teen skin problems Common teen skin problems

include pimples, whiteheads, and include pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads. These are all forms blackheads. These are all forms of aof acne.cne.

Mild acne can be treated at home. Mild acne can be treated at home. For serious acne, you might need For serious acne, you might need to see a dermatologist. to see a dermatologist.

More about skinMore about skin

• Feet require good scrubbingFeet require good scrubbing

• Your armpits require good scrubbingYour armpits require good scrubbing

• Come to think of it…all of your skinCome to think of it…all of your skin

• REQUIRES A GOOD SCRUBBINGREQUIRES A GOOD SCRUBBING

• once a dayonce a day

• Just remember:Just remember:

• IN CREASES BACTERIA INCREASESIN CREASES BACTERIA INCREASES

• Don’t be afraid to wash in the creasesDon’t be afraid to wash in the creases

• with mild soap and water. Like washing with mild soap and water. Like washing the car….the car….

• Enough said….Enough said….

Message from your school Message from your school nursenurse

The ClothingThe Clothing

• The expiration date on The expiration date on socks and socks and underwearunderwear is… is…

• ONE DAY

• Turning wrong-side-out doesn’t Turning wrong-side-out doesn’t count as changingcount as changing

The HandsThe Hands

• Most effective way to stay wellMost effective way to stay well

• 26 seconds under running water26 seconds under running water

• clean under those nails (bacteria in clean under those nails (bacteria in creases)creases)

Why Should you take care Why Should you take care of yourself?of yourself?

• Appropriate cleaning willAppropriate cleaning will

• keep your tissues healthykeep your tissues healthy

• Keep you wellKeep you well

TIP It helps you feel confident

So Remember…in So Remember…in creases, bacteria creases, bacteria increasesincreases• Clean your body dailyClean your body daily

– especially in the creasesespecially in the creases

• Wear clean clothesWear clean clothes– expiration date on sock and undies = 1 dayexpiration date on sock and undies = 1 day

• Clean teeth last longerClean teeth last longer– brush every part of your mouth (2 times a day)brush every part of your mouth (2 times a day)

• Use soap, deodorant, toothpasteUse soap, deodorant, toothpaste– ……it helps.it helps.

TIP Look in the mirror,

YOU CHECKsee if you are neat and clean.

Rap up..Rap up..

• Take a bath or showerTake a bath or shower

• Brush your teethBrush your teeth

• Wash your faceWash your face

• Comb your hairComb your hair

• Wear clean clothesWear clean clothes

• Don’t you feel great?!Don’t you feel great?!