Report a question What’s wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. Are you a Qualified Health Defender? Welcome to the Health Guardians Quiz, designed to empower you with vital knowledge about common health conditions, prevention strategies, and treatment options. Whether you’re safeguarding your heart, managing chronic illnesses or others, this quiz bridges everyday wisdom with medical expertise. 1 / 15 1. What is the main goal of practicing good hand hygiene? To prevent muscle cramps To reduce the spread of germs To improve skin texture To strengthen nails Washing hands regularly with soap and water or using hand sanitizer helps kill and remove germs, reducing the risk of spreading illnesses like colds and flu. Washing hands regularly with soap and water or using hand sanitizer helps kill and remove germs, reducing the risk of spreading illnesses like colds and flu. 2 / 15 2. What is the recommended amount of sleep for adults? 4-5 hours per night 6-7 hours per night 7-9 hours per night 10-12 hours per night Adults are recommended to get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night for optimal health and well-being. Adults are recommended to get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night for optimal health and well-being. 3 / 15 3. Which condition is characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period? Hypertension Diabetes Asthma Osteoporosis Diabetes is a chronic condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar, leading to persistently high blood sugar levels. Diabetes is a chronic condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar, leading to persistently high blood sugar levels. 4 / 15 4. What is the most common cause of back pain? Sleeping on a soft mattress Sitting for long periods Heavy lifting Poor posture Poor posture, such as slouching or sitting improperly, is a major contributor to back pain, especially over time. Poor posture, such as slouching or sitting improperly, is a major contributor to back pain, especially over time. 5 / 15 5. Which is a common sign of dehydration? Dark yellow urine Increased appetite Excessive sweating Clear, frequent urine Dark yellow urine is a common sign of dehydration, indicating that the body needs more fluids. Dark yellow urine is a common sign of dehydration, indicating that the body needs more fluids. 6 / 15 6. What’s the #1 preventable cause of lung cancer? Air pollution Radon gas Smoking Asbestos CDC attributes 80-90% of lung cancer deaths to smoking. CDC attributes 80-90% of lung cancer deaths to smoking. 7 / 15 7. What prevents kidney stones? High sodium diet Dehydration Adequate water intake Excessive calcium supplements Water dilutes urine, preventing mineral buildup. Water dilutes urine, preventing mineral buildup. 8 / 15 8. Which condition is most linked to prolonged sitting? Osteoporosis Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) Glaucoma Scurvy Prolonged inactivity slows blood flow, increasing DVT risk. Prolonged inactivity slows blood flow, increasing DVT risk. 9 / 15 9. Which vitamin deficiency is most commonly associated with fatigue? Vitamin A Vitamin B12 Vitamin C Vitamin E A deficiency in vitamin B12 can lead to fatigue, weakness, and nerve problems due to its role in red blood cell production. A deficiency in vitamin B12 can lead to fatigue, weakness, and nerve problems due to its role in red blood cell production. 10 / 15 10. What causes most peptic ulcers? Spicy foods Stress H. pylori bacteria Alcohol Bacterial infection, not diet, is the primary cause. Bacterial infection, not diet, is the primary cause. 11 / 15 11. What’s the leading cause of type 2 diabetes? Sugar consumption Obesity Genetic factors Viral infections NIH states 80-85% of type 2 diabetes cases are linked to excess body weight and inactivity. NIH states 80-85% of type 2 diabetes cases are linked to excess body weight and inactivity. 12 / 15 12. What’s the early sign of skin cancer? Symmetrical mole Itchy, bleeding spot Freckle darkening Temporary rash The ABCDE rule highlights asymmetry, border irregularity, color changes, diameter >6mm, and evolution. The ABCDE rule highlights asymmetry, border irregularity, color changes, diameter >6mm, and evolution. 13 / 15 13. Which symptom indicates a heart attack in women? Sharp chest pain Fatigue, nausea, and back pain Left arm numbness All of the above All of the above includes both classic and atypical symptoms. All of the above includes both classic and atypical symptoms. 14 / 15 14. What’s the main benefit of statin drugs? Lower blood pressure Reduce cholesterol Prevent blood clots Control blood sugar Statins inhibit HMG-CoA reductase, lowering LDL production by the liver. Statins inhibit HMG-CoA reductase, lowering LDL production by the liver. 15 / 15 15. What’s the most effective stroke prevention for atrial fibrillation patients? Aspirin Warfarin Statins Beta-blockers CHA₂DS₂-VASc guidelines prioritize anticoagulants over antiplatelets for stroke prevention in AFib. CHA₂DS₂-VASc guidelines prioritize anticoagulants over antiplatelets for stroke prevention in AFib. Share this quiz if you like it. LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte Restart quiz By WordPress Quiz plugin Post navigation Do You Understanding These Tools’ Functions and Uses?Are you a Friends Fan?
