HLTH 213 Final Exam
A driver is always impaired when he or she has a blood alcohol concentration of
0.08 percent or higher
One standard drink equals
12 ounces of beer or 1.5 ounces of 80 proof liquor
During which stage of sleep does a person disengage from the environment?
2
What is the percentage of alcohol in 100 proof whiskey?
50 percent
Which of the following statements about dietary supplements is true?
A majority of Americans takes at least one dietary supplement
Which of the following statements about mindfulness is true?
An essential component of mindfulness is awareness of oneself and one's environment.
Which of the following is TRUE about environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)?
Between 1988 and 2008, detectable levels of nicotine exposure in nonsmokers decreased
An NIAAA approach to reducing alcohol consumption on campus is
Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students
Which of the following is TRUE with respect to genetics and obesity?
Certain genes might influence obesity by altering regulation of a hormone called ghrelin
There have been recent reports of date rape drugs being used at campus parties. What should female students do to protect themselves from being the victim of drug-facilitated crimes?
Don't accept open or unsealed drinks and don't leave drinks unattended
If you know you will be at an event where alcohol will be served, what can you do to drink responsibly?
Eat shortly before you go and alternate alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks
Which of the following is TRUE about the effect of exercise on your quality of sleep?
Exercising strenuously in the morning or afternoon boosts sleep quality.
Which of the following statements about college drinking is TRUE?
Female college students' alcohol consumption is close to that of male college students
Which of the following is TRUE about intimate partner violence?
Homicide by a current or former intimate partner is the leading cause of death among pregnant women in the United States.
Which of the following is TRUE about appropriate self-disclosure?
It involves sharing feelings and information as a means of getting to know a person
What is a common reason that victims of elder abuse do not report it?
They are afraid that the abuser will retaliate by putting them in a nursing home or increasing the abuse
Which of the following is TRUE about Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs)?
They are the reference standard for intake levels necessary to meet the needs of most healthy individuals
Which of the following is TRUE about intimate relationships?
They can include relationships with family, friends, and romantic partners
Psychoactive drugs have which type of effect on the body?
They enhance, suppress, or interfere with the actions of neurotransmitters
Which of the following is TRUE with respect to the health effects of smoking?
Women who smoke are more likely to have fertility problems than non-smokers
Which of the following situations might contribute to impaired immune function?
Your grandmother moves in with your family after being hospitalized due to a stroke.
Jeff and Dana have been married for two years. Their relationship involves exclusive sexual involvement with each other. This demonstrates
a monogamous relationship
The updated Nutrition Facts panel adds information about amount of which of the following in a serving of food?
added sugars
Which inexpensive device can be attached to faucets to reduce water consumption?
aerator
Middle-age weight gain is attributed to all of the following factors EXCEPT
age-related appetite increase
Rape that involves a stranger is classified as
aggravated rape
Being flexible in making plans with friends demonstrates
agreeableness
Hearing a piercing scream late at night while walking on a campus path would likely trigger which phase of the general adaptation syndrome?
alarm
All of the following are part of the RICE formula for treating sports- and fitness-related injuries EXCEPT
apply heat at the injury site
Diet pills contain ingredients such as caffeine, and can therefore act in what way on the body?
as a stimulant
Which compound that was formerly used in building materials such as insulation has been found to be the cause of certain cancers and lung diseases?
asbestos
Suicide prevention techniques include
asking directly if the person intends to hurt himself or herself
The minimum amount of energy the body uses to maintain vital functions is known as the
basal metabolic rate
Using electronic devices before bed may disrupt sleep patterns for all of the following reasons EXCEPT the
beeping sounds they sometimes produce
The most popular form of LSD is
blotter acid that is swallowed or chewed
Bath salts
can produce anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, and paranoia when used at high doses
A standard rum and cola will be absorbed faster than a 5-ounce glass of wine because
carbonation causes the pyloric valve to relax
Stress has been associated with increased blood pressure and inflammatory responses. These are most closely associated with an increased risk for
cardiovascular disease
All of the following statements regarding cell phones are true EXCEPT
cell phone use has been proven to pose a clear risk of human tissue damage
The definition of the term family
changes over time
An ongoing state of physiological arousal in response to stressors is known as
chronic stress
The last stage of liver disease that can result from years of heavy drinking is
cirrhosis
Sleep disorders can be diagnosed through a(n)
clinical sleep study
Warning signs of suicide include all of the following EXCEPT
compulsion to repeatedly perform rituals
In relationships, the process of resolving differences peacefully and creatively is
conflict resolution
When Marlon gets adequate sleep the night before his intramural basketball games, he has more energy and can run faster and perform better. This can be attributed to
conservation of body energy during sleep
Which of the following would assess muscular endurance?
counting number of repeated sit-ups
The Russian hacking of polling software during the 2016 U.S. elections is an example of
cybercrime
Jason doesn't see that his addiction to heroin is self-destructive. He is experiencing
denial
Which environmental factor encourages us to increase our food consumption?
easy access to high-calorie foods in stores and restaurants
One of the keys to eating well in college is to
eat a complete breakfast
One of the most important goals of Healthy People 2020 is to
eliminate health disparities and improve the health of all population groups.
An awareness of what others might be going through is called
empathy
Calories from saturated fats and/or added sugars in foods that have little or no nutritional value, such as sausages and ice cream, are called
empty calories
Carol believes that she sleeps reasonably well at night, yet she feels chronically sluggish and frequently nods off during classes. Carol is most likely experiencing
excessive daytime sleepiness
Psychologically healthy people
feel comfortable interacting with others
Which of the following is NOT a common sign of major depression?
feeling highly energetic
The average number of births a female in a given population has during her reproductive years is the
fertility rate
The following are all tips for mindful eating EXCEPT:
finish all of the food on your plate
A sprained ankle should be iced
for 20 minutes every hour for the first 24 to 72 hours.
To replenish vital energy stores, which of the following would be particularly helpful?
getting more sleep and "down time"
The form of a sugar that is stored in the liver and muscles and broken down when the body requires a burst of energy is
glycogen
An Air Quality Index of 50 indicates that the air quality is
good
Howard is 88 years old and in excellent health. All his life, he has thrived on just 5 hours of sleep a night. The most likely explanation for Howard's good health despite his lifelong short sleep habit is that he
has a genetic variant affecting his circadian rhythm.
Falls are the most common cause of
head injury
The least serious form of heat-related illness is
heat cramps
Chemicals used to kill weeds and other vegetation are
herbicides
The ideal cholesterol ratio for an individual would include
high HDL and low LDL
When developing a strength-training program, if you want to increase muscular strength, you need
high intensity and fewer repetitions and sets
Heroine has a
high potential for addiction and no medical use
The physiological state in which all body systems are in balance and functioning normally is
homeostasis
Driving while drowsy is a form of
impaired driving
How does sleep deprivation affect drivers?
impairs motor skills
Studies associate mindfulness with
improvements in memory
the ozone layer is
in the stratosphere and protects the planet from UVB radiation.
A person's exercise metabolic rate (EMR) will increase if he or she
increases the activity level from light to moderate.
The over-the-counter version of the drug orlistat, marketed as Alli, has a number of unpleasant side effects but works to promote weight loss by
inhibiting the digestion of fat
According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, love involves
intimacy, passion, and commitment
Beth works part-time as a waitress and receives no health insurance benefits from her employer. She purchased insurance under the Affordable Care Act, but the policy has a $5,000 annual deductible. Beth
is likely to delay care that she needs
The expected number of years of life remaining at a given age, such as at birth, is known as
life expectancy
Which health model views treating disease through medications and surgery as the surest way to improve health?
medical model
The growth of Internet dating has made it easier to
meet people outside your proximity
A sedentary lifestyle, overuse of caffeine, and risky sexual practices are examples of
modifiable determinants of health
Campus law enforcement officers now have
more staff and increased authority to prosecute offenders
A person's bone structure is an example of a(n)
non modifiable determinant
Cultural beliefs that can be considered societal causes of violence include
objectifying women
The principle of fitness training that holds that the body should be gradually required to do more than it is used to doing is
overload
The dimension of physical health encompasses the ability to
perform activities of daily living
A type of mental illness that involves inflexible patterns of thought that, in many cases, lead to socially distressing behavior is a(n)
personality disorder
Gavin downloads a new workout song every time he completes his week's exercise goal. This action is an example of
positive reinforcement
Mrs. J. is trying to get her third-grade students to remember to have their homework signed by a parent before bringing it to class. Students who remember every day for a month receive a gift card from a local bookstore. This is an example of a(n)
possessional reinforcer
A person who experiences flashbacks after a violent mugging might be suffering from
post traumatic stress disorder
Washing your hands before eating is an example of disease
prevention
Jake is being treated for depression by a medical doctor who provides talk therapy and has also prescribed medication for his condition. Which type of mental health professional is Jake seeing?
psychiatrist
Which type of drug is defined as having the potential to alter a person's mood or behavior?
psychoactive drug
Marijuana is administered therapeutically for all of the following reasons EXCEPT
reduce appetite for weight control
Jim was successful at meeting his exercise goal and rewarded himself by taking a three-day vacation at a golf resort. This is an example of a
reinforcing behavior
Therapeutic communities are a type of
residential treatment
After Julia discovers a suggestive e-mail her boyfriend sent to another woman, she considers how to confront him about it. Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome applies to this situation?
resistance
Jose's belief that he can successfully pass his biology midterm is an example of
self efficacy
Luci has worked as a customer service representative for two years. She believes that this job has improved her ability to cope with a variety of stressful situations and is confident in her ability to do so. Luci is exhibiting which of the following personality traits?
self efficacy
Daniel has been involved in four sexually exclusive relationships over the past six years. This is an example of
serial monogamy
Which theory holds that our bodies fight to maintain our weight within a particular narrow range?
set point theory
General pain that occurs below the knee and above the ankle is called
shin splints
The difference between hours of sleep needed and actual hours slept is
sleep debt
The change model based on three factors (social environment, thoughts and feelings, and behaviors) in interaction with each other is known as the
social cognitive model
Which exercise technique involves working to slowly and gradually lengthen a muscle or group of muscles?
static stretching
All of the following medications can cause drowsiness EXCEPT
stimulants
Which of the following BEST describes a Type C personality?
stoic
A colorless gas that dissolves in water vapor to form acid and is emitted from coal-fired power plants is
sulfur dioxide
For an aerobic exercise such as a Latin dance class, which measurement would you use to confirm that you are working at 64 percent to 96 percent of your maximal heart rate for improved cardiorespiratory fitness?
target heart rate
Smog is MOST likely to form in areas that experience
temperature inversions
Which phase of the cycle of violence is typically characterized by anger, abusive language, and psychological aggression?
tension building
To lose weight and reduce her risk for high blood pressure, Ingrid has been following an eating plan that has been rated the number-one best overall diet. It emphasizes intake of fruits and vegetables, lean protein, whole grains, and low-fat dairy. Ingrid is most likely following
the DASH diet
Experts analyze the carrying capacity of the earth to figure out
the maximum population the earth can support
Jade's heart races and she cannot think of anything to say when the cute guy in class sits next to her. This is an example of
the stress response
When liquid oils are hydrogenated,
trans-fatty acids are produced
Emotions or situations that cause a person to make unhealthy eating choices are
triggers
Chelsea occasionally takes aspirin to relieve a headache. Chelsea is
using an over-the-counter (OTC) drug
A person who avoids all foods and food products of animal origin, including dairy and eggs, is a
vegan
The achievement of the highest level of health possible in each of several dimensions is
wellness
River has been on and off four different diets in the past year, losing and then regaining weight. She now weighs more than she did when she began dieting a year ago. River is engaging in
yo-yo dieting
Which of the following forms of exercise focuses attention on controlled breathing and employs strengthening postures known as asanas?
yoga
You are most likely to listen BEST when
you believe the speaker is saying something you can relate to
Self-disclosure can be a double-edged sword because
you risk the possibility that the other person will reject you