1. Personal Health Consumer Health Unit Objectives: TSWBAT identify the difference between preventative and self care. TSWBAT determine how their decisions affects their personal health and how to manage it to become an independent adult.

2. Brainstorm…………. What do you think the difference between preventative health care and self health care is?

3. Preventative Care Exercise Diet Vaccinations Self-examinations Recognize signs/symptoms Healthy habits Check-ups

4. Self-Care Using self care products – bandages, toothpaste, floss Choose the best doctor, medical center, & health insurance Take care of your emotions/stress levels Know when to call a doctor Follow treatments/medicine instructions Assess quality of care & treatment doctor provides; get second opinion if necessary

5. What products in your home promote preventative/self-care? Aspirin, cough syrup, eye drops, band aids – first aid kits, sunscreen, exercise equipment, etc.

6. Personal Health Management – self care that promotes wellness Keeping your own health records Choosing & visiting a physician/dentist Regular check-ups/exams Getting medical care for injuries & illness Choosing the best health care facilities when necessary Arranging for payment of health care facilities and services

7. Personal health management: Know your…………….. Personal health history Records of growth & development Family health history Records of parents & blood relatives Health care history Dates & results of physicals Immunizations Diseases History Health facilities history Hospital records, E.R. facility records Health insurance policies

8. Medical History Form Do you know your own medical history? Would you be able to complete this form if needed?