Human Health 2

• Biology

Human Health

 Part 2 

What does BMI Stand for?

1. Body Measurement Index
2. Big Mass Index
3. Body Mass Index
4. Base Mass Index

Does BMI change between Men and Women? Explain your answer.

Place the number range in the correct box based on the BMI scale 

Overweight

Underweight

Obese 

Healthy

Less than 18.5 

Over 30

18.5 - 24.9

24.9 - 29.9

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BMI Calculator 

To calculate your BMI you must do the calculation of 

Your mass (kg) / Your height (m²)

Use the NHS link on the next slide to fill in your details and calculate your BMI

Body Temperature 

Let's look at how measuring the temperature of your body can help monitor your health now. 

What is a normal body temperature

1. 31-32 °C
2. 33-34 °C
3. 36 -37 °C
4. 39 -40 °C

When the body is too hot (over 40  °C) this is known as Hyperthermia.

When the body is too cold (below 35 °C) this is know as Hypothermia.

In the next slide place each symptom in either the Hyperthermia or Hypothermia box.

Hyperthermia 

Hypothermia 

Sweating

Thirst

Shivering 

Pale Skin

Weak Pulse 

Muscle Cramps 

Write a sentence why you believe it is important to measure your body temperature.