What is self-examination?

This lesson will look at self-examination and the benefits of this. We will also learn about common types of self-examination and what to look for.

What is self-examination?

This lesson will look at self-examination and the benefits of this. We will also learn about common types of self-examination and what to look for.

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Definition of self-examination
  2. Benefits of self-examination
  3. Common types of elf-examination

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5 Questions

Q1.
Which of these is a good definition of prevention?
The action of making something happen quickly.
The action of starting something happening
Correct answer: The action of stopping something from happening or arising.
Q2.
We should all look after our health?
False.
Correct answer: True.
Q3.
Being self aware is....
Correct answer: Having conscious knowledge of oneself.
Having conscious knowledge of other people.
Q4.
The NHS encourages us to self-examine and know about our bodies.
False.
Correct answer: True.
Q5.
Melanoma is.....
A bird.
A singer.
Correct answer: A type of skin cancer.

5 Questions

Q1.
Self-examination is the examination of one’s own body especially for the evidence of disease.
No.
Correct answer: Yes.
Q2.
Which of these cancer's is typically experienced in younger people?
Breast.
Skin.
Correct answer: Testicular.
Q3.
How frequently should you self-examine?
Correct answer: Once a month.
Once a week.
Once a year.
Q4.
How many typical signs should you look out for when examining your skin?
2
Correct answer: 4
6
8
Q5.
Breast cancer only affects women.
Correct answer: False.
True.

Lesson appears in

UnitRSHE (PSHE) / Health and prevention: Self-care and self-awareness

RSHE (PSHE)