Illness and injury

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What is a cough?

Back

A cough is a sudden, forceful release of air from the lungs that helps clear the throat and airways.

Front

What is a sore throat?

Back

A sore throat is pain, scratchiness, or irritation of the throat that often worsens when swallowing.

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CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

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What is a toothache?

Back

A toothache is pain in or around a tooth, often caused by tooth decay or infection.

Front

What is an earache?

Back

An earache is pain in the ear, which can be caused by infections or other issues.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What is a cut?

Back

A cut is a break in the skin that can cause bleeding and may require cleaning and bandaging.

Front

What is the flu?

Back

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses, leading to fever, cough, and body aches.

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CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3

Front

What does temperature refer to in health?

Back

Temperature refers to the body's heat level, which can indicate if someone has a fever or is sick.

Front

What is a broken arm?

Back

A broken arm is a fracture in one of the bones in the arm, often requiring a cast or medical treatment.

Front

What is a stomach ache?

Back

A stomach ache is pain in the abdomen, which can be caused by various issues like indigestion or infection.

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CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

Front

What is an injury?

Back

An injury is damage to the body, which can be caused by accidents, falls, or other incidents.

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CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3