LIFESTYLE CHANGES

Question 1

CORONARY HEART DISEASE

Answer 1

1) stop smoking
2) healthy eating (5 fruit and veg a day/less processed foods)
3) more physical activity
4) cut down on alcohol
5) cut down on salt

Question 2

ASTHMA

Answer 2

1) carry an inhaler
2) monitor own asthma using a peak flow meter
3) stop smoking
4) avoid being exposed to tobacco from others
5) warm up and cool down properly during exercise
6) avoid allergic triggers (nuts/cow’s milk/pollen/animal fur/eggs)
7) loose weight if over weight

Question 3

SCHIZOPHRENIA

Answer 3

1) improve nutrition (fish oil rich food)
2) maintain a healthy life style
3) reduce hours at work to lower stress levels
4) regular exercise
5) avoid illegal drugs
6) avoid alcohol
7) get a good amount of sleep
8) make sure in good routine of taking medication

Question 4

LEUKAEMIA

Answer 4

1) having high calorie and protein drinks
2) gentle exercise e.g. walking
3) Adjustments to work activities/hours if necessary
4) Continuing some usual activities
5) reassess priorities in life
6) Engaging with some complementary therapies (yoga)
7) resting
8) stop smoking
9) reduce/cut down alcohol intake