PHED Final

what percentage of Americans abstain from drinking alcohol

21 percent

approximately what percentage of Americans consume alcoholic beverages regularly?

50 percent

Jean's hearing has diminished over the years. She probably has the most difficulty hearing

a conversation over the telephone

A form of traditional Chinese medicine that is based on knowledge of the bodys energy channels but does not involve the insertion of needles is

acupressure

Claire wants to avoid taking medication for her chronic tension headaches so she decides to try a form of traditional Chinese medicine that involves the insertion of fine needles at specific points along the bodys energy channels. this complementary health approach is

acupuncture

being flexible in making plans with friends demonstrates

agreeableness

the primary difference between a board certified and board eligible physician is that a board

certified physician has demonstrated competency in a given specialty

Allen visits his aunt every month the day after her Social Security check arrives and badgers her until she writes him a check for $100. This is an example of

elder abuse

an awareness of what others might be going through is called

empathy

which of the following is the most energy dense source of calories in the human diet?

fats

which of the following statements about acid deposition is true?

it causes lakes and ponds to turn a crystal clear deep blue

people who have experienced repeated failures may develop a pattern of response in which they give up and fail to take any positive action. this is called

learned helplessness

a factor commonly seen in women who become victims of intimate partner violence is

low self esteem

the permanent cessation of menstrual periods is

menopause

what percentage of adult Americans are obese?

more than 30 percent less than 40 percent

which of the following statements about diversity in America is true

more than one-third of young millennials are religiously unaffiliated

Which of the following play a role in developing and repairing bone, muscle, skin, and blood cells?

proteins

which form of energy medicine is derived from the Japanese words representing "universal" and "vital energy"?

reiki

communication with health care providers can be improved by all of the following except

relying on your health care provider for all information on health care issues

a musculoskeletal disorder in which the immune system attacks the joints and other tissues is known as

rheumatoid arthritis

Eating food when drinking alcohol

slows alcohol absorption

Miles is 75 and he has been diagnosed with presbycusis. What can he do to help him cope with this problem?

wear hearing aids

as the end of the term approached. hakim became increasingly anxious about failing calculus and losing his scholarship. his best friend who had taken the class the semester before reminded hakim that he'd aced every exam thus far told him that the final would cover the same topics and suggested that hakim closely review his prior exams. this example best illustrates

appraisal support

relationships can cause stress in all of the following ways except

aspiring to be the best one can be

the two upper chambers of the heart that receive blood are the

atria

Walking to class or up a flight of stairs would be examples of

physical activity

the testes manufacture

sperm and testosterone

in many cultures, breath, or the force of that animates life is synonymous with

spirit

Which of the following statements is true with respect to the relationship between body image and culture?

In the US white females experience greater rates of body dissatisfaction than females from other racial/ ethnic groups

the definition of spirituality for an individual is

a sense of peace, purpose, connection to others, and meaning in life

what percentage of Americans with low back pain become permanently disabled?

about 12 percent

what percentage of the world lacks adequate sleep?

about 45%

Greg frequently gets cold sores (caused by HSV-1). He recently noticed that his left eye had a painful lesion, and he immediately made an appointment with his doctor. Greg's eye most likely became infected with the herpes virus when he touched his mouth and shortly afterward rubbed his eye, which is transmission via

autoinoculation

Self-care involves all of the following EXCEPT

avoiding medication and taking a "tough it out" approach to illness.

Tyler wants to win the trumpet soloist competition this year. His practice time always ends up being the same time his friends are going out to party. Tyler always goes along for the party because he figures he can squeeze in a few minutes of practice somewhere in his schedule. It is competition week and Tyler has come down with a terrible stomach bug. Tyler's illness may be related to

behavior that is inconsistent with his goals.

Allison has had a few boyfriends but she often feels more romantic and sexual attraction to women as well. allsion is

bisexual

Karen is a figure skater who regularly performs in public. she is extremely dissatisfied with her appearance and has gone through three cosmetic surgeries to alter her facial structure. Karen is most likely suffering from

body dysmorphic disorder

which of the following is not a major health related component of physical activity

body image

which of the following provides a ready source of energy for daily activities?

carbohydrates

which of the following is a major contributor to college students lack of sleep

electronic devices

Violence directed at others and based on prejudice and discrimination is

ethnoviolence

all of the following behaviors will compromise your immune systems ability to fight infections EXCEPT

exercising regularly

micheal and jill live together and are planning to marry once they graduate from college. they also would both like to have children- but not right away. Micheal has a history of genital herpes and is concerned about not transmitting this infection to jill. of the following methods of contraception which might be the best choice for them?

female condoms

which form of birth control involves alteration of sexual behavior during certain times of the month?

fertility awareness

religion is distinguished from spirituality by its

focus on behavioral and outward practices

You have been looking at numerous new homes. The nausea and fatigue you are attributing to the stress of buying a new house may actually be due to exposure to

formaldehyde

the condition of elevated blood glucose levels during a pregnancy is called

gestational diabetes

the surge in obesity rates around the world has become known as

globesity

all of the following are recommended for avoiding contracting or spreading a respiratory infection EXCEPT

going to work sick as long as you take your medication

cardiovascular disease

has been the leading cause of death for the US for 100 years

Which of the following categories describes the small stressors, frustrations, and petty annoyances that collectively can add up to a higher level of stress?

hassles

spiritual health can best be described as

having a sense of meaning and purpose in one's life

Rafael is committed to his study of ecology and the effects of climate change. additionally, he tries to show respect for all living things. which of the following statements best describes Rafael?

he demonstrates spiritual health

The absence of clinical indicators of cardiovascular disease and the presence of certain behavioral and health factor metrics is known as

ideal cardiovascular health

By federal law, when can women elect to have an abortion without legal restrictions?

in the first trimester

When marcy moved into her dorm her parents and best friend helped. this example best illustrates

instrumental support

which hormone is required by the bodys cells for uptake of glucose?

insulin

the ability to think clearly, analyze information, and use ones mental capacity to meet life's changes is known as

intellectual health

the fastest acting method of drug administration is

intramuscular

the so-called pleasure circuit

is also known as the mesolimbic dopamine system

A cluster of conditions that strongly increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes is known as

metabolic syndrome

in which of the following countries do citizens get the most sleep?

mexico

By the year 2060, the population of the united states will be

more than 25% Hispanic

the amount of force that a muscle is capable of exerting is referred to as

muscular strength

when trying to ensure clean air in your home, sources of pollution to look for include all of the following except

nitroglycerine

which of the following populations in the US has the highest prevalence of overweight or obesity?

non-Hispanic black women

Lawrence is 47 years old and has become frustrated because his vision is no longer sharp enough to do crossword puzzles unless he wears magnifying eyeglasses he purchased at his local drug store. He probably has

normal age related vision

vimala suffers from chronic low back pain. her doctor will most likely prescribe all of the following except

opioid pain relievers

crystal, who maintains a slender body weight by limiting her food intake and excersizing daily, assumes that people who are obese have no willpower. this assumption is an example of

stereotypes

which of the following statements about intimate relationships is true?

supportive intimate relationships are associated with a longer life span

a person suffering from body dysmorphic disorder would likely

take extreme measures to alter certain physical features

Using a nicotine patch for smoking cessation is an example of which route of administration?

transdermal