2025 WAEC HEALTH EDUCATION: Health Education (health) WAEC Authentic Answers 2026 (9420)

(1a)

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Sign language is a visual-gestural language that uses hand signals, facial expressions, and body movements to convey meaning, primarily used by deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals to communicate.

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Sign language is a system of communication that uses hand gestures, facial expressions, and body movements to convey messages, especially used by people who are deaf or have hearing impairments.

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Sign language is a form of communication that involves the use of hands, fingers, facial expressions, and body movements to express words and ideas. It is mainly used by people who are deaf or unable to speak.

(1b)

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(i) Audiometer

(ii) Tuning fork

(iii) Otoacoustic emissions (OAE) machine

(iv) Tympanometer

(v) Otoscope

(1)

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Sign language is a visual-gestural language that uses hand signals, facial expressions, and body movements to convey meaning, primarily used by deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals to communicate.

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Sign language is a system of communication that uses hand gestures, facial expressions, and body movements to convey messages, especially used by people who are deaf or have hearing impairments.

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Sign language is a form of communication that involves the use of hands, fingers, facial expressions, and body movements to express words and ideas. It is mainly used by people who are deaf or unable to speak.

(2)

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(i) The blood group of both the donor and the recipient must be compatible.

(ii) The Rhesus factor (Rh) of the donor and recipient must be considered.

(iii) The donor’s blood must be screened for infectious diseases.

(iv) Cross-matching must be carried out between the donor’s and recipient’s blood.

(v) The blood to be transfused must be properly stored and not expired.

(3)

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(i) Poor posture causes back and neck pain.

(ii) It leads to spinal misalignment.

(iii) It reduces lung capacity.

(iv) It causes digestive issues.

(v) It leads to fatigue.

(vi) It can trigger headaches.

(vii) It affects blood circulation.

(viii) It reduces flexibility and mobility.

(ix) It causes joint wear and tear.

(x) It negatively affects mood and confidence.

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(4i) 

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 Testes::

(i) Production of sperm cells

(ii) Secretion of testosterone

(iii) Development of male secondary sexual characteristics

(iv) Maintenance of sex drive (libido)

(v) Stimulation of protein synthesis and muscle growth

(4ii) 

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Ovaries::

(i) Production of egg cells (ova)

(ii) Secretion of estrogen

(iii) Secretion of progesterone

(iv) Regulation of menstrual cycle

(v) Preparation of the uterus for pregnancy

(5ai)

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(i) To promote and maintain the physical, mental, and social well-being of workers.

(ii) To prevent work-related diseases and injuries.

(iii) To protect workers from health hazards in their work environment.

(iv) To adapt the work to suit the worker, considering their physical and mental capacities.

(v) To increase productivity through the promotion of a healthy workforce.

(5aii)

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(i) They assess and monitor the health status of workers.

(ii) They identify and evaluate workplace health hazards.

(iii) They educate workers on health and safety practices.

(iv) They provide first aid and emergency care at the workplace.

(v) They assist injured or ill workers to return to work.

(5b)

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(i) Hearing impairment

(ii) Visual impairment

(iii) Physical disability

(iv) Mental disability

(v) Speech impairment

(6)

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(i) Spending quality time with them regularly to provide companionship and reduce loneliness.

(ii) Assisting them with household chores and daily tasks they may find difficult.

(iii) Listening to their stories and experiences to show respect and learn from their wisdom.

(iv) Running errands such as shopping or picking up medication on their behalf.

(v) Showing patience and understanding when communicating with them.

(vi) Helping them with the use of technology like phones or TVs.

(vii) Encouraging them to stay socially active and engaged in family events.

(7ai)

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(i) To prevent the spread of an infectious respiratory disease to others

(ii) To protect the student from inhaling airborne pathogens

(iii) To reduce the risk of contaminating others in crowded environments

(iv) As a precaution due to the presence of flu-like symptoms

(7aii)

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(i) Tuberculosis

(ii) Influenza

(iii) COVID-19

(iv) Measles

(v) Common cold

(vi) Whooping cough (pertussis)

(vii) Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)

(viii) Mumps

(7aiii)

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(i) Regular hand washing with soap and water

(ii) Maintaining proper respiratory hygiene (e.g., using a tissue or elbow when coughing/sneezing)

(iii) Getting vaccinated against respiratory infections

(iv) Avoiding close contact with infected individuals

(v) Wearing face masks in crowded or enclosed public places

(vi) Proper disposal of used tissues and masks

(vii) Ensuring good indoor ventilation

(7b)

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(i) Eggs

(ii) Green leafy vegetables

(iii) Milk

(iv) Beans

(v) Oranges

(vi) Fish

(vii) Bananas

(viii) Fortified cereals

(7c)

(i) Iris: Controls the amount of light entering the eye by adjusting the size of the pupil.

(ii) Vitreous humour: Maintains the shape of the eyeball and supports the 'copied from e x a m p l a z a s . c o m free' retina.

(iii) Rods: Enable vision in dim light and are responsible for black and white vision.

(7d)

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(i) Prolonged screen time or exposure to bright light

(ii) Hereditary/genetic factors

(iii) Poor nutrition (e.g., vitamin A deficiency)

(iv) Infections (e.g., measles, rubella during pregnancy)

(v) Eye injuries or trauma

(vi) Exposure to harmful UV rays without protection

(vii) Poor hygiene when using contact lenses

(8ai)

Puncture wound.

(8aii)

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(i) Helps to prevent infection in the wound.

(ii) Controls bleeding and reduces blood loss.

(iii) Relieves pain and reassures the victim.

(iv) Stabilizes the injury before medical help arrives.

(v) Prevents the condition from worsening.

(vi) Provides quick response in emergency situations.

(vii) Saves lives by offering timely intervention.

(8bi)

(i) Wash hands and wear gloves to prevent infection.

(ii) Clean the wound gently with antiseptic solution.

(iii) Cover the wound with a sterile dressing or bandage.

(iv) Refer the student for medical attention (e.g., tetanus shot).

(8bii)

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(i) Calmness under pressure

(ii) Good communication skills

(iii) Knowledge of first aid procedures

(iv) Compassion and empathy

(v) Ability to make quick decisions

(vi) Physical fitness

(vii) Observant and attentive to detail

(8c)

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(i) Antiseptic solution (e.g, iodine or Dettol)

(ii) Sterile bandage or dressing

(iii) Disposable gloves

(iv) Cotton wool or gauze

(v) Adhesive tape

(vi) Scissors

(vii) Tweezers

(8d)

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(i) Abrasion

(ii) Laceration

(iii) Incision

(iv) Bruise

(v) Avulsion

(vi) Penetrating 'copied from e x a m p l a z a s . c o m free' wound

(vii) Gunshot wound

(9a)

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(i) Poor communication.

(ii) Financial problems.

(iii) Lack of respect for roles.

(iv) Differences in opinions or beliefs.

(v) Favouritism or unequal treatment.

(vi) Poor parenting or discipline styles.

(9b)

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(i) Effective communication among family members.

(ii) Proper financial planning and management.

(iii) Mutual respect for each other’s roles and opinions.

(iv) Equal treatment of all children.

(v) Seeking help through family counseling.

(vi) Practicing tolerance and understanding.

(9ci)

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(i) Assisting with household chores.

(ii) Showing respect to all members of the family.

(iii) Studying hard and performing well in school.

(iv) Obeying parents and elders.

(v) Taking care of younger siblings.

(vi) Upholding the family’s good name and values.

(vii) Reporting wrongdoings or dangers to parents.

(9cii)

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(i) Providing financial support to the mother.

(ii) Loving and caring for the mother.

(iii) Protecting the mother from harm.

(iv) Respecting the mother’s opinions and contributions.

(v) Assisting the mother in household responsibilities.

(vi) Being faithful and committed to the mother.

(vii) Ensuring the mother’s physical and emotional 'copied from e x a m p l a z a s . c o m free' well-being.

(9ciii)

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(i) Providing the basic needs of the children (food, clothing, shelter).

(ii) Paying their school fees and supporting their education.

(iii) Teaching and guiding them in good behaviour.

(iv) Protecting them from harm and danger.

(v) Providing medical care when they are sick.

(vi) Spending quality time and showing them love.

(vii) Correcting them when they do wrong.