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. Which BEST explains why blood pressure is checked at most medical appointments? Doctors all train at similar medical schools. It is an important indication of overall health. Blood pressure is one of the most consistent vital signs. Medical professionals need some measurements to track.

It is an important indication of overall health.

The Food and Drug Administration regulates beauty products. Which BEST describes what they would be regulating? differentiating between types of beauty products making sure that none of the ingredients are harmful assuring that they actually improve consumers' appearances regulating pricing so that consumers are not paying too much

making sure that none of the ingredients are harmful

What would be the BEST way to address the stigma around mental illness? Get rid of the expectation that there should be "normal" behavior. Discuss mental health issues openly so it is clear how common they are today Educate the public about different kinds of mental illness so they, too, can diagnose it. Require those with mental illness to take medication so their symptoms do not make others uncomfortable.

Discuss mental health issues openly so it is clear how common they are today

How would ideas about emotional health need to be adjusted when treating toddlers? Toddlers are too young to worry about emotional health. Expectations would need to consider how toddlers typically express emotion. Poor emotional health is always a sign of autism and needs treatment. Emotional outbursts, like tantrums, would be a warning of serious issues.

Expectations would need to consider how toddlers typically express emotion.

Emotions are often irrational, so they should not factor into decision making. True False

False

Alonzo is getting frustrated with his girlfriend because she often says that she is going to call at a specific time. They are living in different states in different time zones, so he will make plans based upon when she says that she is going to call. Nothing annoys him more than waiting for a call only to have her call an hour later or forget to call entirely. Which is the BEST example of an "I message" that would express his frustrations? I really think you are a total jerk when you forget to call. I am really hurt and feel unimportant when you don't make our calls. I am sorry that calling me is not important enough for you to remember. I think you need to consider whether you are really invested in this relationship.

I am really hurt and feel unimportant when you don't make our calls.

Why is it dangerous to get ideas of what health looks like from non-medical sources, like social media? Social media does not accurately represent all aspects of health. There are rigorous standards for the claims made on social media. Many social media stars are medical professionals giving sound advice. Those on social media have done something right to get the attention they do.

Social media does not accurately represent all aspects of health.

Which is an example of a circumstance in which a person would be significantly overweight but still be in good health? The weight was the result of a medication effectively managing a more serious problem. Weight is one of the best indicators of health, so an overweight person cannot be considered healthy. If the criteria for health did not include weight, then it would not matter if the person was overweight or not. A person might be overweight, but their doctor does not want to encourage them to change any behaviors.

The weight was the result of a medication effectively managing a more serious problem.

Choosing friends with similar values can help you maintain your own. True False

True

Having meaningful, positive relationships is an important part of overall health. True False

True

Many environmental health concerns are regional. True False

True

Often, an abusive relationship includes several different kinds of abuse at once. True False

True

Recognizing emotions can lead to better overall health. True False

True

The idea of a "normal" family is shifting and becoming more inclusive. True False

True

Dorian is going to a party with people he does not know very well. When he gets there, everyone is drinking beer and someone offers him one. Is just saying "no" likely to be effective in this situation? Yes, saying "no" typically works well in every social situation involving alcohol. Yes, he does not know these people well, so they are likely not invested in his response. No, the toughest pressure generally comes from people that you do not know very well. No, if people are drinking they will want everyone else to participate in that behavior.

Yes, he does not know these people well, so they are likely not invested in his response.

. While there are a few definitions of mental health, what do they have in common? being an active participant in a traditional family demonstrating appropriate behavior when in public a focus on functioning well individually and socially a desire to ensure that individuals are happy all of the time

a focus on functioning well individually and socially

A few friends decide that they are going to skip school tomorrow and ask Amir to join them. Which term BEST describes this? social pressure direct pressure indirect pressure peerless pressure

direct pressure

Jamal has had a runny nose forever. He finally went to a doctor, and the doctor suggested that it might be seasonal allergies. Jamal is surprised by this since no one in his family has allergies. What is the doctor's response MOST likely to be? Allergies can occur even in those without a family history. It is probably not allergies after all if there is no family history. The fact that there is no family history will change the treatment for the allergies. Other family members probably do have allergies, they just have not been diagnosed yet.

Allergies can occur even in those without a family history.

What is the difference between a person who drinks casually and an alcoholic? A casual drinker will likely become an alcoholic. An alcoholic's life is negatively impacted by their drinking. Casual drinking has some health benefits while alcoholism does not. There are very few differences between a causal drinker and an alcoholic.

An alcoholic's life is negatively impacted by their drinking.

Why should health be defined on a continuum? Because all individuals should be held to a single standard. Because being healthy depends on individual factors. Because many things should be factored into determining a person's health. Because even health professionals are not sure how to define health.

Because many things should be factored into determining a person's health.

What would be the BEST way to address the stigma around mental illness? Get rid of the expectation that there should be "normal" behavior. Discuss mental health issues openly so it is clear how common they are today Educate the public about different kinds of mental illness so they, too, can diagnose it. Require those with mental illness to take medication so their symptoms do not make others uncomfortable.

Discuss mental health issues openly so it is clear how common they are today

Studies have shown that people who belong to a faith community, regardless of the religion, live longer and are healthier. Which BEST explains why this is the case? Faith communities create collective connectedness. Faith communities have strict rules of conduct for their members. Those who have faith do not need as much social interaction. Those in faith communities pay more attention to nutrition and diet.

Faith communities create collective connectedness.

If you exercise a lot, nutrition does not matter. True False

False

Nonverbal communication includes only body language. True False

False

Tyrone is upset. His best friend, Juan, was joking around and said some things about Tyrone that were hurtful. Tyrone knows that Juan probably did not mean to make Tyrone feel bad, but Tyrone can't get past it. What is the best advice for Tyrone? The friendship is probably ruined, so Tyrone should walk away. If he knows that Juan did not mean it, he should just forgive him. He should talk to Juan even though it will be an uncomfortable conversation. He should make a similar comment about Juan and see if it bothers Juan.

He should talk to Juan even though it will be an uncomfortable conversation.

Why are calorie counts standard on most American menus? Calories let you know how many vitamins are in food. Because most Americans think that fast food is healthy. People are more likely to order foods with more calories. It helps consumers make informed decisions about their diet.

It helps consumers make informed decisions about their diet.

Which BEST explains why the government takes such an active role in maintaining the health of its citizens? It allows for standard and consistent responses to crisis. There are no private organizations that try to cure diseases. The medical community would not a manage crisis on its own. Most medical problems will impact everyone in a community.

It allows for standard and consistent responses to crisis.

Katrina has a family history of depression. She just started high school and is having a tough time getting used to it. Her friends from middle school seem to be adjusting just fine, but she is struggling. It seems easier to just spend time alone than face the stress of the day. Does Katrina have depression? Definitely. It is the only thing that explains her behavior. It is not clear, but she should talk to a doctor just in case. No, many people struggle when starting a new school, so this is normal. Katrina has just decided to deal with these changes in her own way.

It is not clear, but she should talk to a doctor just in case.

Loneliness among senior citizens is getting a lot of attention. Why should the medical community be concerned about this social problem? Loneliness increases the risk for several health conditions. It should be addressed but not by the medical community. Lonely people are less likely to have access to medical services. Older people are the only one for whom loneliness is a health issue.

Loneliness increases the risk for several health conditions.

Today there are people who think that childhood diseases, like polio, are not a serious problem and are survivable if their children get them. They may even know someone whose child had a mild form of the disease. What is the BEST argument against the idea that polio is a mild disease? Some who get it will get very sick and others will not have long-term effects. There is now a vaccine for polio, so it is not really a problem in modern society. Very few people get polio today thanks to the success of polio vaccinations. Polio can cause paralysis and other life-altering consequences for decades after a child has the disease.

Polio can cause paralysis and other life-altering consequences for decades after a child has the disease.

Pedro is going to teach third grade. He knows that it is very important that he emphasizes empathy. What would be a good strategy for doing this in the classroom? Require students to learn facts about other countries. Read his students stories from many different cultures. Tell his students to be empathetic when they fight with each other. Empathy is very hard to teach, so there is not much that he can do.

Read his students stories from many different cultures.

For many years, ideas about health did not pay much attention to mental or emotional health. Why was this a problem? These factors seriously impact physical health. These factors got more attention than social health issues. There were not treatments for physical and emotional issues. Doctors were frequently asking patients about these aspects of their lives.

These factors seriously impact physical health.

One disadvantage of social media is that is spreads misinformation. Not only that, but people who believe it or want to mislead others can easily create online groups and communities where these misleading facts are repeated and discussed at length. How do these communities influence people's belief in misinformation? These groups normalize and justify misinformation, strengthening these beliefs. The more people are saying something, the more others are likely to question it. Any sense of community is good since connection is a human need, so the overall effect is positive. Most people do not identify with those in the communities that they belong to, so there is likely little impact.

These groups normalize and justify misinformation, strengthening these beliefs.

Why are adults more prone to diseases like heart disease and cancer than children are? These are not childhood diseases. Most adults do not exercise as much as children do. These kinds of conditions often get worse over time. Children have healthier habits and less stress than adults.

These kinds of conditions often get worse over time.

Why are 21 to 25-year-olds the MOST likely to be driving drunk? This age group is the most prone to reckless behavior and poor driving skills. This is the age when alcohol first becomes legally accessible. This age groups tends to be the largest and has the most of all kinds of accidents. This age group is no longer receiving education about the hazards of drinking and driving.

This is the age when alcohol first becomes legally accessible.

Which of these is the BEST example of demonstrating self-awareness? making good friends who will support you telling other people how you expect to be treated avoiding a situation that you know will be stressful developing healthy habits and making good choices

avoiding a situation that you know will be stressful

Parker lives in a neighborhood where there are not a lot of grocery stores. His parents have to get a ride to the closest grocery store on weekends to buy food for the family since they do not have a car. When his parents work late, they leave him money for dinner, but there are only fast food places and convenience stores in walking distance. What term BEST describes Parker's neighborhood? food desert farmer's market vegetarian haven target rich environment

food desert

During World War II, many common household items were in short supply and rationing was common. People had very limited access to goods, so they adjusted their expectations and habits. To use supplies that you did not need or indulge in luxuries was often considered unpatriotic. What does this example illustrate? the negative impact of scarcity how cultural values shift during a crisis that it is easy to alter mainstream cultural norms that people today have more goods than they need

how cultural values shift during a crisis

Regulations exist to make sure that consumers understand what they are buying when they purchase food. Before these laws, manufacturers would often use alternative ingredients. Which BEST explains why they made these substitutions? to increase profits to make consumers sick to hide their inexperience to discourage competition

to increase profits

A simple phrase like "It's fine" can mean anything from an enthusiastic acceptance to an expression of disgust. What determines the difference in meaning? tone of voice length of words who is speaking language in which it is spoken

tone of voice

Christine is in a relationship with Connor, who is a naturally shy individual. Because he doesn't speak up for himself in social situations, Christine makes fun of his intelligence around their friends and teases him about living with his grandparents. She has also told him that if he breaks up with her, he will never find another relationship. What types of abuse are overlapping in this situation? sexual abuse and verbal abuse verbal abuse and psychological abuse psychological abuse and elder abuse physical abuse and verbal abuse

verbal abuse and psychological abuse

Schools have long had a role in providing health screening and information about nutrition. What does the fact that they are now taking on mental health issues suggest? Proper mental health is easy to achieve if students have the appropriate education. As a society, we are getting better at acknowledging and managing mental health issues. There are no longer any stigmas or shame involved in acknowledging mental health issues. Current students are the first generation to experience mental health issues on a significant scale.

As a society, we are getting better at acknowledging and managing mental health issues.

Zhi Ruo is looking at the calorie count on the menu. She notices that a cupcake has the same number of calories as a salad. What does this show about their nutrition? They are equally nutritious. Calories are the best determination of nutrition. Calories should not be the only basis for food choices. Cupcakes are far healthier than most people think they are.

Calories should not be the only basis for food choices.

Which BEST explains why treating children is a medical specialty? Children need less monitoring for their age than other age groups. Children have a lot of specific medical needs that adults do not. Those who treat children need only focus on childhood disease. Mental and emotional health are not as important for children as adults.

Children have a lot of specific medical needs that adults do not.

Only those who smoke will get lung cancer. True False

False

People tend to get married earlier today than they did in previous eras. True False

False

Elsa and Marguerite are at a party and try some illegal drugs. Elsa ends up feeling kind of sick the next day, but Marguerite thought it was a lot of fun and wants to do it again. What accounts for these different responses? Drugs impact people very differently. Drugs are not as dangerous as many they seem. They clearly did not take the same drugs at the party. Drugs are fine for Elsa, but Marguerite should avoid them.

Drugs impact people very differently.

How would ideas about emotional health need to be adjusted when treating toddlers? Toddlers are too young to worry about emotional health. Expectations would need to consider how toddlers typically express emotion. Poor emotional health is always a sign of autism and needs treatment. Emotional outbursts, like tantrums, would be a warning of serious issues.

Expectations would need to consider how toddlers typically express emotion.

Angelica goes to a very diverse school with students from a range of cultural backgrounds. She wants to have a slumber party, but a close friend lets her know that her family is from a very conservative culture and will not let her spend the night at someone's house. How could Angelica respond and show her social awareness? Encourage her friend to sneak out and spend the night. Get friends whose values are more along the lines of hers. Find an alternative that would be acceptable to her friend's family. Eliminate slumber parties since not all of her friends can participate.

Find an alternative that would be acceptable to her friend's family.

How is the medical care given by a first responder different from that given by hospital staff? First responders specialize in long-term care. Hospital staff arrives at the scene of accidents. Hospital staff generally provides rehabilitation. First responders focus on short-term emergency care.

First responders focus on short-term emergency care.

Even if there is a strong family history of a health issue, some members of the family will not have to deal with this issue. Why is this the case? Anyone can avoid genetic conditions if they are committed to health. Genetics are not a guarantee of a condition; they increase the odds. Genetics are not very well understood, so it is hard to explain how they work. Science is rapidly developing treatments designed to address genetic conditions.

Genetics are not a guarantee of a condition; they increase the odds.

Diego loves foods that are high in fat. When his friends point out that he should make healthier choices, he lets them know that he does not have a family history of heart disease or high cholesterol, so it is fine. What is the BEST response to Diego? He is right and can continue to eat what he wants. Genetics are only one factor, and behavior is equally important. He is not at risk for heart disease, but there are other health concerns. He can eat more of these foods than those with genetic tendencies, but they are still not healthy.

Genetics are only one factor, and behavior is equally important.

Diego loves foods that are high in fat. When his friends point out that he should make healthier choices, he lets them know that he does not have a family history of heart disease or high cholesterol, so it is fine. What is the BEST response to Diego? He is right and can continue to eat what he wants. Genetics are only one factor, and behavior is equally important. He is not at risk for heart disease, but there are other health concerns. He can eat more of these foods than those with genetic tendencies, but they are still not healthy.

Genetics are only one factor, and behavior is equally important.

Hung has a terrible headache. She is at a friend's house working on a project and tells her friend that she will have to go home. Her friend says that she has some leftover painkillers from a minor surgery a few weeks ago. If Hung takes them, her headache will go away and they can finish the project. What should Hung do? Take the medication and get her work done. Go home. She does not know how that drug will impact her. Take a half does of the medication and see how it works for her. Find out if any of her friends have taken that drug before trying it.

Go home. She does not know how that drug will impact her.

Sanjay is part of a group text with several of his friends. One of them had an unpleasant encounter with a student in their class who is not part of the group text. Sanjay's friends begin putting down this student in ways that are cruel and would be hurtful if the student ever saw them, so he is not comfortable responding. Why is this indirect pressure? He is uncomfortable with the situation. He has been asked his opinion directly. His friends will turn on him if he does not respond. He feels that his friends expect him to act a certain way.

He feels that his friends expect him to act a certain way.

Pedro hurt his back when he was weightlifting. He is not sure if he should go see his regular doctor or a specialist. How can he know? He should go to whichever one is closer. He should check with his regular doctor. It is usually best to begin with a specialist. He will get the same results with either one.

He should check with his regular doctor.

Ahmad invited a few people in his history class to join him for a study group. A few people accepted, and they met at the library. Katrina came late to join them and immediately began to try to reassign tasks after they had already delegated them. She explained that she knew one subject best, so everyone else should accommodate. What is the BEST course of action for Ahmad? He should just accommodate Katrina since she has strong feelings. He should tell Katrina that she can go with the group's plan or do the work on her own. He should give in this time to avoid conflict and not invite Katrina to their next study group. He should recognize that she lacks social awareness and let her know that she can set up the group structure next time.

He should tell Katrina that she can go with the group's plan or do the work on her own.

Asher is very good about washing his hands when he is out in public, but he is not as good when he is home with his family. He figures that since they live together, they are probably sharing the same germs anyway. What is the BEST response to Asher? If his family is not sick, he does not need to wash his hands. There is no way to avoid getting sick from other people in the same house who are already ill. He should wash his hands anyway because his family can bring germs in from outside. Avoiding touching another person's hand is a better way to avoid disease than washing hands.

He should wash his hands anyway because his family can bring germs in from outside.

Fionn has a little sister who has a cold. He also sat in the cafeteria with a student who has a cold, but that student was sitting at the far end of the same table as Fionn, so there was a lot of space between them. Who is MOST likely to pass the cold along to Fionn? His sister since they share a genetic history. The student because they are sitting at the same table. The student because they are in a crowded public place. His sister since they are in contact with a lot of the same surfaces.

His sister since they are in contact with a lot of the same surfaces.

A friend has come to you because they are very upset. They got into a fight with their sister. You are having a really hard time understanding why they are so upset because from what you can tell, the issue is not a very big deal. Which is the BEST active listening response in this situation? I see that you are really upset. Tell me more about how your sister made you feel. If you say your sister is wrong, I am sure that she is. Can we talk about something else now? It seems like you are overreacting a bit. Are you sure what went on is really that big of a deal? Let's talk about this while we are walking or doing something active. It will help you clear your head.

I see that you are really upset. Tell me more about how your sister made you feel.

Most of the nations with the healthiest diets are found in Africa, and lack of access to processed food that is high in fat and sugar is part of the reason that they have such healthy diets. Based on the health habits in other nations, which of these statements is most likely TRUE? A healthy diet is more about the availability of food than individual choices. If African nations had more access to junk food, their diets would likely become less healthy. African nations have a much higher priority on health than Western and Eastern European nations. Those in nations with unhealthy diets probably have no access to vegetables or grains.

If African nations had more access to junk food, their diets would likely become less healthy.

Giving a reason why you are saying "no" to joining friends in behavior that does not appeal to you often goes over better if you provide a reason. Which statement BEST explains why this is the case? Excuses are always popular and people like to hear them. It comes across as sharing rather than judging. If you say "no" without an explanation, you are being rude. People are expected to justify all of their choices to friends.

It comes across as sharing rather than judging.

Which BEST explains why the World Health Organization (WHO) includes the phrase "not merely the absence of disease or infirmity" in their definition of health? The WHO does not want to present too narrow an idea of health. It is to avoid the assumption that if a person is not sick, they are healthy. Anyone who does not have a disease or infirmity should be considered healthy. The WHO needs to find a definition of health that excludes those with chronic conditions.

It is to avoid the assumption that if a person is not sick, they are healthy.

Lily comes from a culture where women are expected to prioritize marriage over career. However, Lily has always been fascinated by space and really wants to be an astronaut. What is the MOST likely result of the fact that her culture does not really encourage her ambition? It means that she will have to change her culture before she can pursue her dreams. It means that she will be cast out of her culture if she does not perfectly follow social norms. It means she will not have as much support as those from cultures with a broader view of women's roles. It means that there is no way she will achieve her goal because culture is very powerful and cannot be overcome.

It means she will not have as much support as those from cultures with a broader view of women's roles.

Guadalupe is not interested in a medical career, but her mother thinks that she should take a first aid course anyway. What is the BEST argument for this? It would prepare Guadalupe for a medical emergency. It is unlikely that Guadalupe will actually have use for these skills. Guadalupe might discover she likes medicine more than she thought. Guadalupe will gain the same level of medical knowledge as an EMT.

It would prepare Guadalupe for a medical emergency.

Karin used to smoke marijuana, but she has decided that she does not want to anymore. She wants to focus on other goals, like school and her relationship with her family. However, her friends keep inviting her to smoke with them since she used to do it in the past. What is the BEST response? Karin should go with them but do her best to simply not smoke. Keep repeating "no" until they realize that she has changed. Tell them that they are not really her friends since they are not listening. Lecture them on the issues created by smoking and make them quit.

Keep repeating "no" until they realize that she has changed.

One criticism of the Food and Drug Administration is that it takes a long time for a drug to be approved for distribution to the public because of all the testing and standards that need to be met. What is the BEST counterpoint to this argument? Less testing would mean less assurance that drugs are safe. Testing means that no unsafe drugs are ever released to the public. Needless bureaucracy is one of the key factors that slows progress. Most of the testing requirements are based on practice of earlier eras.

Less testing would mean less assurance that drugs are safe.

Imagine that you are at a party that has a buffet. Because it is a celebration, there are a lot of high-calorie foods. If lean, healthy foods are not an option, what is the best way to manage the situation? Limit the size of your portions. Enjoy yourself and do better tomorrow. Speak to the host and demand healthier food. Refuse to attend functions where the focus isn't health.

Limit the size of your portions.

Which best explains why major media formats, like television and film, are regulated by government agencies? Media can be quite influential, so it needs standards. Most people believe everything that the media reports. Without regulation, there would be no need for government. Advertisers do not want their products associated with certain stories.

Media can be quite influential, so it needs standards.

Which BEST explains why men can drink a little more than women without feeling the consequences of alcohol? Men are usually more experienced drinkers. Men metabolize alcohol faster than women. Women are more prone to drink excessively than men. Women are more likely to drink lower alcohol content beverages.

Men metabolize alcohol faster than women.

Moira's friends all vape, but Moira is not interested. She has said no every time her friends offered to share their e-cigarettes, and now her friends do not offer any more and just continue to vape on their own. What is the BEST explanation for why this is the case? They are offended and not speaking to Moira. Moira has established a boundary that they respect. They are tired of Moira trying to change their behavior. Moira has made them feel judged, so they don't like her.

Moira has established a boundary that they respect.

In many states, people who ride motorcycles are required to wear helmets, which have been found to significantly reduce both fatalities and head injuries when accidents occur. However, those who oppose these laws say that they infringe upon a motorcycle rider's individual freedoms. What is the BEST counterargument for this point? Freedom to accept the consequences of one's actions is a fundamental American right. Not that many people ride motorcycles, so it is not really a public health issue since few will be impacted. While helmets have shown significant improvement in death rates and head injuries, they do not eliminate them entirely. Motorcycle accidents have particularly severe injuries that place a significant burden on families and medical facilities.

Motorcycle accidents have particularly severe injuries that place a significant burden on families and medical facilities.

If a person has reached the age of 25 and not shown any signs of mental illness, can they assume that it will not be an issue for them? Yes, young people are most prone to mental illness. No, most mental illness emerges when people are senior citizens. No, mental illness can emerge later in life, particularly if there is trauma. Yes, even those with a family history of mental illness will show signs by 25.

No, mental illness can emerge later in life, particularly if there is trauma.

Which statement BEST explains why emotional investment makes communication a challenge in romantic relationships? People are really invested, and therefore more easily hurt. People do not communicate well when they are emotional. People are often attracted to individuals that they do not necessarily like. People can love someone but have a hard time communicating with them.

People are really invested, and therefore more easily hurt.

Bias can be very difficult to overcome. For instance, social networks help people get jobs. While this benefits some, it means that it is harder for those outside the network. Why does this contribute to a lack of diversity in hiring? Most workplaces seek to eliminate diversity so this is not a problem anymore. People naturally have a bias against giving someone a job who they do not know. People tend to know others who belong to similar social groups, so hiring within networks rarely leads to diversity. Most people think that diversity only applies to categories like race and religion, so they do not consider other kinds of diversity.

People tend to know others who belong to similar social groups, so hiring within networks rarely leads to diversity.

Which BEST explains why labels on cigarettes have gotten more detailed about the effects of cigarettes on health? Cigarette manufacturers pushed for greater transparency. Most people knew that cigarettes were bad for them but not why. Regulations have pushed manufacturers to identify specific risks. Famous actors who advertised for cigarettes changed their positions.

Regulations have pushed manufacturers to identify specific risks.

Shelia has several friends who smoke marijuana. However, Shelia is on the track team and has no interest in it. Usually, she just hangs out with her track friends when she knows that her friends are going to be using drugs or participating in other activities. Since they respect her choice and don't pressure her to join them, she does not see a reason to end these friendships. What advice would you give Shelia? She should continue to maintain her values while keeping up all of her friendships because they respect each other's choices. She needs new friends. They are not a problem now but definitely will be later. These friends are making poor decisions, so it is impossible for them to be a good friend to Shelia. Shelia should stay friends with them since she is the only one likely to get them to change their behavior.

She should continue to maintain her values while keeping up all of her friendships because they respect each other's choices.

Rosa was invited to a classmate's graduation party. She got there right on time because she is a very punctual person. However, she discovered that arriving on time for a party is not the custom in her classmate's culture, and everyone arrived 30 to 40 minutes after the designated start time. What should Rose do if she is invited to this person's house again? Be punctual—it is the polite thing to do even if these people do not think so. Let her friend know that starting late is not how social events generally work in this culture. Leave the event early so that it is clear to the host that their standards do not align with Rosa's. Show up half an hour after the time stated on the invitation since that is the culturally appropriate thing to do.

Show up half an hour after the time stated on the invitation since that is the culturally appropriate thing to do.

Most people find it easiest to have empathy for people who are similar to them. Finding empathy for those who are different is harder. What is a good way to address this? Spend time with people who are different from you so you see what you have in common. Recognize that empathy has its limitations and you should probably have more of it than you do. Limit your social contact so that you only hang out with those who are like you and have empathy. Figure that there is a good reason that you do not have empathy for some people and accept it as a fact of life.

Spend time with people who are different from you so you see what you have in common.

Which BEST explains that connecting with others is an important part of mental health? Those without social ties are often lonely. Strong social relationships support all aspects of health. Many people cannot access health care if they are alone. Other people can let you know when your behavior is unhealthy.

Strong social relationships support all aspects of health.

Many people in Kiko's family have died of heart disease. Kiko is approaching the ages that his father was when he died of heart disease. How might this information change how Kiko's doctor treats him? The doctor might refuse to treat Kiko because he will likely have heart problems. This kind of information does not generally impact how doctors treat patients. Kiko is less likely to go to the doctor because he knows that there will be a lot of questions about his heart. The doctor will monitor the health of Kiko's heart more closely than patients with no family histories.

The doctor will monitor the health of Kiko's heart more closely than patients with no family histories.

Many people in Kiko's family have died of heart disease. Kiko is approaching the ages that his father was when he died of heart disease. How might this information change how Kiko's doctor treats him? The doctor might refuse to treat Kiko because he will likely have heart problems. This kind of information does not generally impact how doctors treat patients. Kiko is less likely to go to the doctor because he knows that there will be a lot of questions about his heart. The doctor will monitor the health of Kiko's heart more closely than patients with no family histories.

The doctor will monitor the health of Kiko's heart more closely than patients with no family histories.

If obesity is part of a family history, how does that shape how a doctor cares for an overweight patient? It means that obesity is actually a healthy rate. It means that the weight probably cannot be effectively managed. The doctor will recognize weight will be harder for that patient to lose. The doctor will not waste time monitoring weight since it will likely be high.

The doctor will recognize weight will be harder for that patient to lose.

When people are reading written messages, like texts or emails, they are more likely to interpret them as hostile than they are if the same person delivers the message in person. What BEST explains this phenomenon? These messages lack nonverbal communication cues. Text and email tend to be used more by hostile people. Written language does not adequately express emotions. People are often way too sensitive when sitting at their computers.

These messages lack nonverbal communication cues.

For those who do not have reliable access to the healthcare system, accessing preventative care is challenging. Why is this a problem? If they do not have a regular doctor, they have no way to access other health care. They are likely to develop a life-long fear of doctors and other medical professionals. They are unlikely to get treatment when a health problem first emerges and is most treatable. They are getting treatment outside the health care system, creating a competition for services.

They are unlikely to get treatment when a health problem first emerges and is most treatable.

For those who do not have reliable access to the healthcare system, accessing preventative care is challenging. Why is this a problem? If they do not have a regular doctor, they have no way to access other health care. They are likely to develop a life-long fear of doctors and other medical professionals. They are unlikely to get treatment when a health problem first emerges and is most treatable. They are getting treatment outside the health care system, creating a competition for services.

They are unlikely to get treatment when a health problem first emerges and is most treatable.

What do genes that determine health conditions have in common with genes that determine physical characteristics, like height or eye color? They are the only predictor of a person's health. They require constant monitoring and screenings. They ensure that siblings will share the exact same risks. They can create very different results within the same family.

They can create very different results within the same family.

Zero tolerance policies are generally designed to eliminate a harmful element from a community. However, this can be a problem in schools where they are attached to suspensions, and students who violate them in minor ways or accidently find themselves suspended. Why would those who support zero tolerance policies advocate for them over those that examine specific situations and determine appropriate consequences? Many school administrators do not have time to listen to individual cases. Students need to know that their schools are unforgiving when it comes to certain kinds of mistakes. They will work well in most cases, so their overall effectiveness is not diminished by a few unfortunate circumstances. The fact that student's education will be disrupted gives them a strong incentive to make sure that they are following the policy at all times.

They will work well in most cases, so their overall effectiveness is not diminished by a few unfortunate circumstances.

Many of those working in low-income professions do not have consistent access to healthcare. Even if they later get better access to healthcare, there are often long-term consequences to this lack of access. Why is this the case? Undetected health issues can get much worse over time. Access to health care usually means getting a better job and less stress. Medical professionals are unlikely to realize that people may have gone years without medical care. While health might not be quite as good at the beginning, regular access to health care can resolve any issues.

Undetected health issues can get much worse over time.

Luciana has been dating Xuan for a while. Lately, he has become very critical, telling her that she does not dress up as much as she should, that he is disappointed in her reaction to his efforts, and that she needs to make him a bigger priority in her life by hanging out with her friends less. Luciana thinks that this is a bit much to ask, but he says that he is just trying to work out problems in their relationship. What is the BEST advice to Luciana? Luciana should try doing everything he says. If he complains after that, there is likely a problem. Some people are needier than others, so it is up to Luciana to decide if she feels like dealing with Xuan's requests. Working on a relationship should involve both people changing—criticism of just one is likely psychological abuse. Xuan is giving Luciana some meaningful feedback, so she should pay attention to what he is saying if she values the relationship.

Working on a relationship should involve both people changing—criticism of just one is likely psychological abuse.

Sanket is at a party with his friends. Someone brought alcohol, and a few of his friends are drinking. When Sanket is offered a drink, he declines saying that he is driving and will make sure that his friends get home safely. Is this an example of responsible decision making? Yes, he is making the right choice in these circumstances. No, there is alcohol involved so the situation is irresponsible. Yes, but he should not hang out with those irresponsible friends any more. No, he should not take care of his friends if they are making bad decisions.

Yes, he is making the right choice in these circumstances.

India's grandmother and great aunt have both survived breast cancer. Her mother is currently in her fifties and has shown no signs of breast cancer. Does India need to let her doctor know about her family history? No, grandparents are not likely to influence her genetics. Yes, her doctor is best equipped to decide what India's risk is. Yes, India's risk is exactly the same as if her mother and aunt had cancer. No, India can see for herself that she is at higher risk than some for cancer.

Yes, her doctor is best equipped to decide what India's risk is.

Monique has a temperature that has always run higher than average. Because of this, it often looks like she has a low fever when she is actually healthy. Would Monique share this information with a new doctor? Yes, it is part of a new doctor getting to know her. Yes, Monique has clearly been misdiagnosed in the past. No, the doctor will figure it out as they continue to see Monique. No, it is unusual so the new doctor should decide if it is a problem.

Yes, it is part of a new doctor getting to know her.

Alejandro just got a job at a popular pizza place. Often his friends come in and visit him while he is working, and he really enjoys it when this happens. But his closest friend, Tom, has not come in once. Alejandro is a little upset by this since he and Tom used to go the pizza place quite a bit, so this is a real change in behavior. Alejandro decides that he should check in with Tom and see if there is anything going on with him that Alejandro is not aware of. What kind of perspective taking is this? allowing for the unknown showing social awareness considering similar experience putting yourself in someone else's shoes

allowing for the unknown

Those who grow up in households with people who smoke are more likely to have asthma than those who are raised in smoke-free household. What kind of risk is this? hereditary situational biochemical environmental

environmental

Li Wei has a lot of enthusiasm and loves to talk about his interests. He often finds that other people are not as willing to engage as he is. He thinks that if he just explains why the topic is interesting, they will see it his way. Instead, they often get annoyed. What would be the BEST skills for him to work on to improve this situation? reflection relationship skills regulating emotions responsible decision making

relationship skills

Jiro knows that diversity is important, but he is not entirely sure what it means. He knows that diversity applies to race, religion, and culture. What other categories does diversity apply to? hair color job sector social class interest level

social class