Health Exam
An estimated 9 percent of all college students suffer from_______________________ characterized by the repeated reliving of a trauma through nightmares or recollection.
posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Which of the following is what psychiatrists define as a clinically significant behavioral or psychological syndrome or pattern associated with present distress or disability or with a significantly increased risk of suffering death, pain, disability, or an important loss of freedom? • a. Depression • b. A mental disorder • c. A phobia • d. Obsessive-compulsive disorder e. Anxiety
B. mental disorder
Which vitamin is manufactured in the skin after exposure to sunlight? a. C b. K C. D3 D. B6 e.A
C. D3
Which of the following is a potential result of sexting as an online communication? a. More opportunities for long-term relationships b. The ability to determine if you really are compatible with a person C. Negative unanticipated consequences down the road d. An ability to 'vet out" partners early on e. Increased social support due to transparency
C. Negative unanticipated consequences down the road
Aiden is constantly berating. • belittling, and criticizing Shaylee when they are alone. Most everyone sees them as the perfect couple, and they have been together for a few years. What type of relationship does Aiden and Shaylee have? • a. Monogamous 1 • b. Normal relationship • c. Emotionally abusive • d. Codependent • e. Infatuation
C. emotionally abusive
How many servings of fish a week does the American Heart Association recommend? • a. Six • b. Three • c. Five d. Two e. Four
D. two
What is medical experts' beverage of choice? a. Green tea b. Red Bull c. Hot chocolate d. Water e. Diet sodas
D. water
Which group of Americans is generally at the highest risk for committing suicide? • a. American Indian • b. Black •c. Latino d. White • e. Asian American
D. white
Which of the following is one of the most useful techniques for achieving your goals and bolstering self-esteem? a. Striving for self-sufficiency b. Boosting your intelligence quotient (IQ); c. Conceptualizing your favorable and unfavorable attitudes about yourself d. Recognizing your happiness set point E. . Developing the habit of positive thinking and talking
E. . Developing the habit of positive thinking and talking
Which of the following describes when a person experiences an extremely high temperature; red, hot, and dry skin; rapid, strong pulse; throbbing headache; dizziness; nausea; and confusion or unconsciousness? • a. Heat stroke • b. Heat exhaustion • c. Heat cramps • d. Tiredness • e. overload
a. heat stroke
Which stress management technique is Nhat employing when he seeks to be attuned to even the slightest physical sensation or the nearest sound? a. Mindfulness b. Meditation c. Guided imagery d. Progressive relaxation e. Visualization
a. mindfullness
When Michael searches online for the nearest fitness center to see what exercises are offered, which stage of the transtheoretical model of behavior change has he reached? a. Preparation b. Action c. Contemplation d. Maintenance e. Precontemplation
a. preparation
Which dimension of health involves people devoting themselves to others' needs more than their own? a. Spiritual b Psychological c Occupational d Environmental e Social
a. spiritual
Which type of stretching involves a • gradual stretch held for a short time (10 to 30 seconds)? • a. Static stretching • b. Passive stretching • c. Dynamic stretching| • d. Ballistic stretching • e. Active stretching
a. static stretching
Avery is a 21-year-old female who weighs 140 pounds. She has not had her dinner yet and is out having drinks with friends. If Avery drinks three glasses (5 ounces each) of wine within thirty-five minutes. What is her approximate blood alcohol level? a. 0.18 b. 0.10 с. 0.8 d. 0.3 e. 0.15
b. 0.10
Which value represents a healthy BMI? a. 12 b. 22 • c. 16.5 • d. 30 • e. 25.5
b. 22
According to your text, which of the • following is the first line of medication therapy for lower back pain relief? • a. Steroids • b. Acetaminophen • c. Muscle relaxants • d. Aspirin • e. Narcotic pain relievers|
b. Acetaminophen
Mike and Brianna have been together for several years now. They still feel passion and intimacy toward each other and are very committed to each other. What form of love does this describe? a. Companionate love b. Consummate love c. Romantic love d. Fatuous love e. Secure love
b. Consummate love
When processing excess alcohol, the liver does which of the following? a. Excretes the excess alcohol b. Converts excess alcohol to fat c Absorbs the excess alcohol d. Digests the excess alcohol • e. Transforms the excess alcohol to sugar
b. Converts excess alcohol to fat
Though his home was badly damaged by a tornado, Jacob remains optimistic and comments that years of dealing with the destruction caused by severe Midwestern storms has left him well-prepared to cope with the storms, their destruction, and the recovery process. Jacob's history with the storms has resulted in which of the following? a. PTSD b. Secure attachment c. Stress inoculation d. Altruism e. Mindfulness
c. Stress inoculation
Kristie, a college sophomore, wants to master effective time-management techniques for studying. According to experts, which technique would be most effective? • a. Rotating classroom note-taking responsibilities with fellow students b. Waiting to study the night before major exam c. Studying for 50 minutes, then breaking for 10 minutes d. Reading assigned materials after the lecture so unimportant materials can be skipped. • e. Highlighting passages in a book, rather than writing notes in the margin
c. Studying for 50 minutes, then breaking for 10 minutes
Which of the following is true regarding scientific journal articles about nutrition? • a. They usually have personal testimonies and should be considered valid and reliable. b. They are generally approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. c. They should be reviewed by health professionals, such as doctors or registered dietitians. d. They should be based on hair analysis. e. They are reviewed by the Institute of Medicine before publication.
c. They should be reviewed by health professionals, such as doctors or registered dietitians.
Linguists studying gender differences in communication have found which of the following to be true of men? a. They use fewer numbers in their writing. b. They are less assertive in their blog posts. c. They write briefer, more utilitarian emails. • d. They maintain more eye contact when talking to other men. e. They speak less often and for shorter periods in public.
c. They write briefer, more utilitarian emails.
Which type of minority stress arises from perceptions of the campus environment as unwelcoming to members of the student's group? a. Intergroup stress • b. Discrimination stress c. University social climate stress d. Acculturative stress e. Within-group stress
c. University social climate stress
Which B vitamin lowers the risk of neural tube defects in newborns? a. Pyridoxine b. Riboflavin c. Folate d. Niacin e. Thiamin
c. folate
Which condition is the leading alcohol-related cause of death? a. Blood poisoning b. Cancer of the esophagus c. Injury d. Cirrhosis of the liver e. hepatitis
c. injury
What mind-body practice developed by a German immigrant improves flexibility and joint mobility and strengthens the core by developing pelvic stability and abdominal control? a. Yoga b. Judo c. Pilates d. Tai chi e. Zumba
c. pilates
Which need represents the highest level of the Maslow pyramid of psychological health? a. Self-esteem b. Physiological needs c. self actualization d. Love and affection e. Safety and security
c. self actualization
At age 21, Mia is considered at risk for problem gambling because of which of the following? • a. She has a wealthy family of origin b. She consistently wins. • c. She gambles alone. d. She feels depressed when she gambles. e. She gambles with friends
c. she gambles alone
Today, a marijuana joint contains _______ miss gooz of THC, compared with _________mg in the 1960s. a. 60; 100 b. 80; 50 с. 10; 35 d. 150; 10 e. 120; 120
d. 150; 10
Eric continually cuts in line in the employee cafeteria, which sometimes costs his co-worker, Cal, the dessert he wants. As an effective assertive tactic, Cal could do which of the following? a. Discuss the problem with Eric's supervisor b. Angrily telling Eric to move to the back of the line c. Cut in line in front of Eric d. Ask Eric to be respectful of the other people in line e, Ask the cafeteria line workers not to serve Eric
d. Ask Eric to be respectful of the other people in line
Which measure of body composition is based on the ratio of weight to height? • a. Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) • b. Skinfold measurement • c. Waist circumference d. Body mass index (BMI) • e. Bioelectrical impedance analysis
d. Body mass index (BMI)
Layla finds her prescription for the painkiller hydrocodone does not alleviate her back pain like it used to, so she finds herself taking more hydrocodone than she used to take. Which of the following is Layla experiencing? • a. Drug intoxication • b. Drug confusion • c. Drug diversion • d. Drug dependence • e. Drug abuse
d. Drug dependence
The ranking of carbohydrates, gram for gram, based on their immediate effect on blood glucose (sugar) levels is referred to as which of the following? a. Glucose load b. Basal metabolic rate c. Fiber content d. Glycemic index e. Carbohydrate load
d. Glycemic index
Which condition is associated with episodic symptoms including marked mood swings, tearfulness, sadness, or sensitivity to rejection? a. Panic attacks b. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) c. Manic episodes d. Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PDD) • e. Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
d. Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PDD)
Strategies to help protect yourself against food poisoning include which of the following? a. Consuming perishable foods that are not more than a week past their recommended disposal date b. Microwaving a dry sponge for 2 minutes to kill bacteria and viruses c. Washing meat and poultry for 10 to 15 seconds before cooking d. Washing fruits and vegetables under running water e. Rinsing hands with water for 5 seconds before handling food
d. Washing fruits and vegetables under running water
Which of the following are the two key components of an aerobic workout? • a. Overloading and intensity • b. Oxygen level and duration • c. Duration and time d. Intensity and duration • e. Intensity and heart rate
d. intensity and duration
Which organism has been associated with food poisoning outbreaks involving deli meats, hot dogs, soft cheeses, raw meat, and unpasteurized milk? • a. Staphylococcus aureus • b. E. coli • c. Campylobacter jejuni • d. Listeria • e. Salmonella
d. listeria
Which group of American women has the highest rates of breast cancer? a. Asian Americans b. Alaska Natives с. Mexican Americans d. Native Hawailans • e. Caucasians
d. native americans
According to Hans Selye, which of the following refers to the nonspecific response of the body to any demands made upon it? a. Eustress • b. Distress • c. Anxiety d. Stress • e. Coping
d. stress
To add fiber to your diet, eat high- fiber snacks, such as prunes, popcorn, or ___________ • a. organic potato chips • b. sugar-free chocolate bars c. hard candy d. sunflower seeds e. nonfat milk
d. sunflower seeds
With distilled spirits (such as bourbon, scotch, vodka, gin, and rum), alcohol content is expressed in terms of proof. For example, 100- proof gin is _______ percent alcohol. • a. 5.0 • b. 10.0 10. 1.00 c. 0.5 d. 100 e. 50
e. 50%
Life expectancy for women in the United States averages _____ years, whereas life expectancy for men is _____ years. a. 69; 66 b. 66; 69 c. 71; 70 d. 76; 81 • e. 81; 76
e. 81; 76
Which condition is directly associated with a fear of being in open or public places or situations from which one perceives it would be difficult or embarrassing to escape? • a. Bipolar disorder (BPD) • b. Claustrophobia • c. Acrophobia • d. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) e. Agoraphobia
e. Agoraphobia
Which factor has the strongest association with weight gain? a. Divorce • b. Mild depression • c. Moderate fat intake • d. Genetics e. Calorie and energy imbalance
e. Calorie and energy imbalance
According to researchers, the key components of a successful weight loss diet include which of the following? a. Consuming food with a high glycemic index b. Consuming foods low in protein ) c. A high intake of carbohydrates d. At least sixty minutes of intense daily exercise e. Consuming a daily caloric intake of 500 calories less than usual and exercising substantially more
e. Consuming a daily caloric intake of 500 calories less than usual and exercising substantially more.
Paul has started keeping a diary and begins each day by recording something for which he is thankful. Which of the following best describes Paul's technique for cultivating spiritual health? a. Self-worth recognition b. Spiritual intelligence c. Positive activities d. Assertiveness behaviors e. Gratitude interventions
e. Gratitude interventions
Which of these is true regarding the use of stimulants? a. Crack cocaine is not as addictive as heroin. •b. Using stimulants will help you stay focused and enable you to earn higher grades. • c. Cocaine users experience a long-lasting high of euphoria. • d. Addiction to methamphetamine is easy to treat. • e. Methamphetamine users may become addicted quickly. using more methamphetamine more and more frequently.
e. Methamphetamine users may become addicted quickly. using more methamphetamine more and more frequently.
Sofia got a D on her first college writing assignment. She was understandably upset, but then told herself that it's not uncommon for students to struggle to adapt to college-level work, and she might need to go to the writing center and aak for help. A panchologlst would most likely say that Marie has experienced which of the following? a. Hedonic habituation b. Cognitive reappraisal c. False optimism d. Goal achievement e. Self-compassion
e. Self-compassion
The most profound state of unconsciousness occurs during which stage(s) of sleep? a. Stage 1 b. REM sleep c. Stages 2 and 3 d. Stages 1 and 2 e. Stages 3 and 4
e. Stages 3 and 4
Among college women, common factors that lead to the development of disordered eating include which of the following? a. Underestimation of body weight b. Adequate knowledge of nutrition c. Untreated mental illness d. Limited access to healthy food e. Unrealistic body images
e. Unrealistic body images
Generic drugs and their brand-name counterparts share the same active ingredients, but their fillers and binders might not be the same. This difference can affect the drugs' • a. primary effects • b. maximum dose • c. strength • d. toxicity • e. absorption
e. absorption
Which of the following eating disorders affects 8 to 19 percent of obese patients in weight loss programs? a. Compulsive eating • b. Extreme dieting • c. Bulimia nervosa • d. Anorexia nervosa e. Binge eating
e. binge eating
_____ is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. a. Cancer b. Diabetes c. High cholesterol d. Lung disease e. Cardiovascular disease
e. cardiovascular disease
As the body prepares to deal with a stressful threat, the adrenal glands release which stress hormone? • a. Testosterone • b. Serotonin • c. Leptin • d. Estrogen e. Cortisol
e. cortisol
Research indicates that the most common form of drug abuse treatment is a. medication b. monitoring c. detoxification d. intervention e. counseling
e. counseling
The main sources of cholesterol include chicken, beef, and which of the following? a. Nonfat milk b. Coconut c. Tofu d. Vegetable oils e. Eggs
e. eggs
Which of the following is an effective, but underused, treatment for mild to moderate depression? • a. Cognitive behavioral counseling b. Psychoanalysis c. Valerian root • d. Antidepressant medication e. Exercise
e. exercise
As a result of the mother's alcohol consumption during pregnancy, some children are born with a low birth weight, irritability while a newborn, and permanent mental impairment. What is this called? • a. Fetal alcohol dependence • b. Fetal alcohol impairment • c. Fetal alcohol abuse • d. Fetal alcohol syndrome disorders • e. Fetal alcohol effects
e. fetal alcohol effects
In which of the following does the muscle apply force while maintaining an equal length? • a. Concentric muscle contraction • b. Isokinetic muscle contraction • c. Isotonic muscle contraction • d. Eccentric muscle contraction e. Isometric muscle contraction
e. isometric muscle contraction
What risk does Olivia run if she • takes more than the recommended daily dosage of Tylenol for her back pain? • a. Heart failure b. Irritable bowel syndrome • c.Kidney fallure • d. Bleeding ulcers • e. Liver failure
e. liver failure
Strategies proven beneficial to students with attention- deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) include which of the following? • a. Taking written rather than oral exams • b. Undergoing systematic desensitization c. Attending speech-language therapy • d. Sitting in the back row to avoid distraction e. Recording lectures
e. recording lectures
During which phase of treatment is a recovering alcoholic likely to rehearse different ways of saying"no" when offered a drink? a. Motivational interviewing b. Detoxification c. Withdrawal d. Moderation training e. Relapse prevention
e. relapse prevention
Paloma has gained some weight over the past couple of months, seemingly due to her unhealthy eating habits and lack of physical exercise. Over roughly the same period, Paloma's close friends also adopted these habits and gained weight. In addition, these trends have been passed along to their friends. What is this an example of? a. Social bias b. Social support c. Social connection d. Social networking e. Social contagion
e. social contagion
Which of the following generally refers to emotional health? a. Our ability to perceive reality as it is b. The ability to form relationships c.. Developing rational strategies for living d. Avoiding conflict and distress e. the ability to express and acknowledge one's feelings and moods
e. the ability to express and acknowledge one's feelings and moods
As the child of an alcoholic parent, Marsha is responsible for doing all or most of the household cooking and cleaning. Which term best describes Marsha's role? a. Mascot b. Scapegout • c. Lost child • d. Adjuster • e. Family hero
f. family hero
Obese American adults die an average of almost _________ years earlier than those with normal weight.
four
As individuals age, the _____________________, which governs reason and forethought, plays a greater role in dealing with daily stressors and helps put challenges into perspective.
frontal cortex
Which of the following refers to the passionate first stage of a long-term relationship? a. building trust b. blending c. merging assets d. coactualizing d. nesting
B. blending
Inside your brain, which of the following structures separate the brain from the bloodstream, assist in the growth of neurons, accelerate transmission of nerve impulses, and engulf and digest damaged neurons? a. Glia b. Receptors c. Axons d. Dendrites e. Synapses
a. glia
Which drug has extremely • unpredictable effects and might cause violent behavior among either first-time or long-time users? • a. Ketamine b. LSD c.PCP U d. Demerol • e. saliva
c. PCP
What is the estimated average weight gain for first-year college students in the United States? a. 11 pounds b. 7 pounds c. 15 pounds d. 4 pounds)e. 20 pounds
a. 11 pound
John's co-workers surprise him with a gift basket of fruit in recognition of his efforts to lose weight. Their gift may induence John's behavior by serving as which of the following? • a. A reinforcing factor b. An informational factor c. .An enabling factor d. A predisposing factor e. A beneficial factor
a. A reinforcing factor
Mariola is planning to use biofeedback for stress reduction. Which activity is Arielle most likely to include when practicing this technique? a. Attaching an electronic monitoring device to her body b. Focusing her thoughts on current circumstances • c. Creating mental images to help her feel calm • d. Considering the effects of her intense emotional experiences e. Developing her ability to cope proactively
a. Attaching an electronic monitoring device to her body
By encouraging Alex to recognize that what he believes is clearly inaccurate and how he thinks is too negative, Skyler's therapist is engaging in which of the following approaches? a. Cognitive-behavioral therapy b. Counseling c. Interpersonal therapy d. Systematic desensitization e. Dialectical behavioral therapy
a. Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Which of the following is true of emotional intelligence (EQ), or the capacity of people to understand themselves and relate well with others? • a. It is linked to increased work productivity b. It is unrelated to professional success c. It is lower among conscientious people d. It is higher among introverted people e. It is associated with higher anxiety levels
a. It is linked to increased work productivity
If you become busy and are unable to keep up with your exercising, which of these is recommended to help avoid losing your fitness improvements? a. Keep the intensity constant and reduce frequency or duration. b. Keep the frequency constant and reduce intensity. c. Restart your exercising within 6 to 9 months and you will not lose fitness improvements. d. There really is nothing you can do other than keeping up with and prioritizing your workout routines. e. Restart your exercising within 4 months and you will not lose fitness improvements.
a. Keep the intensity constant and reduce frequency or duration.
According to the self-determination theory, which of the following describes an "amotivated" individual? a. Someone who sees no value in a certain activity b. Someone who works toward a desired outcome c. Someone who is intrinsically motivated d. Someone who is externally motivated e. Someone who is seeking a reward or benefit
a. Someone who sees no value in a certain activity
According to a survey performed by the American College Health Association-National College Health Assessment (ACHA-NCHA), what did 26.5 percent of students report as an impairment to their ability to learn and achieve a higher grade? a. Anxiety b. Stress c. Substance abuse d. Insomnia e. Alcohol use
a. anxiety
Which brain chemical increases after someone drinks a shot of whiskey, wins a poker hand, or takes a snort of cocaine? a. Dopamine b.GHB c. Epinephrine d. Norepinephrine e. Serotonin
a. dopamine
Alcoholics Anonymous encourages behavioral changes by teaching people how to submit to strict discipline to correct a problem. Which model is represented by this approach to change? a. Enlightenment model b. Compensatory model c. Behavioral model d. Medical model • e. Moral model
a. enlightenment model
Eduardo is leading a classroom discussion about the relationship between obesity and type 2 diabetes. Which information should Eduardo include in the discussion? a. Obesity causes an increase in the number of cells that produce insulin. b. Excess weight increases the risk of premature death among people with type 2 diabetes. c. Being overweight causes cells to be more efficient at using sugar from the blood. • d. An individual with a BMI of 35 or more is fifty times more likely to develop diabetes. e. More than 95 percent of people with type 2 diabetes are overweight.
b. Excess weight increases the risk of premature death among people with type 2 diabetes.
Which of the following is an accurate assessment of how much time we spend with the most important people in our lives? a. On average, we spend about 80 percent of our social time with the six most important people we know, who represent 30 percent of our social world. b. On average, we devote 40 percent of our limited social time with the five most important people we know. who represent just 3 percent of our social world. c. On average, we devote 50] percent of our limited social time with the six most important people we know, who represent just 3 percent of our social world. d. On average, we devote 60 percent of our limited social time with the five most important people we know, who represent just 25 percent of our social world. e. On average, we devote 50 percent of our limited social time
b. On average, we devote 40 percent of our limited social time with the five most important people we know. who represent just 3 percent of our social world.
Jenna generally enjoys being with other people, but at the same time, she worries a great deal about how she looks and whether she will say the right thing. Which term best describes her behavior? a. Socially awkward b. Self-consciously shy c. Fearfully shy d. Socially impaired e. Obsessively
b. Self-consciously shy
Which characteristic best describes today's undergraduates? a. They are the "second generation" of digital natives. b. They face a future in which the pace and scale of change will constantly accelerate. c. Few have parents who are closely involved with their lives. d. They are less diverse than the preceding generation of college students. e. They have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
b. They face a future in which the pace and scale of change will constantly accelerate.
Self-esteem is based on which of the following? a. Your level of wealth b. Your beliefs about yourself c. What you hope to achieve d. Your outer beauty • e. The respect others give you
b. Your beliefs about yourself
Which drug causes unpleasant effects such as facial flushing. headache, nausea, and vomiting when it is consumed with even small amounts of alcohol? a. Topiramate • b. Disulfiram • c. Naltrexone • d. Acamprosate • e. naxalone
b. disulfram
Which of these soft drinks has the lowest caffeine content? a. Mountain Dew b. Dr Pepper •c. Diet Coke • d. JOLT • e. Mello Yello
b. dr pepper
Mariza's partner James stumbles in at 3:00 a.m. yet again after a night of drinking and is in no condition to go to work at 5:50 a.m. that morning. James has been drinking heavily for that last couple years, but it's because things have been rough for him, Mariza feels. Mariza calls his boss and leaves a voicemail that James has severe stomach flu and cannot make it to work that day. In Mariza's mind she believes that her partner is just going through a tough patch and that if she covers for him, she's only helping him get through this period. Which of the following best describes Mariza's behavior? • a. Distancing • b. Enabling| • c. Shaming • d. Judging • e. Withdrawing
b. enabling
As working parents, Neil and Felicia try to set aside at least an hour of quality time a night to spend with each of their two children. Based on this description, under which of the following classifications would this family fall? •a. Diverse • b. Juggler • c. Blended • d. Pluralistic • e. Traditional
b. juggler
As an example of the gender differences in mood management, women are more likely to do which of the following? a. Drink alcohol b. Talk to someone c. Use drugs d, Distract themselves e. Think positive thoughts
b. talk to someone
Typically, when do symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) begin? • a. After age 8 years • b. Between age 2 and 4 years c. Before age 2 years • d. Between age 6 and 8 years • e. Between age 4 and 6 years
c. Before age 2 years
Which is true regarding binge drinking? a. Binge drinkers always perform at lower levels compared to other college students. b. It is the consumption of one drink in a one-hour period. c. Binge drinkers are more likely to engage in risky behaviors. d. One out of every two students engage in binge drinking at least once per week. • e. Students who binge drink generally have bad opinions and attitudes regarding attending college.
c. Binge drinkers are more likely to engage in risky behaviors.
Which of the following is true of alcohol? a. Alcohol is converted to glucose in the liver. b. Consuming alcohol decreasesthe risk of pancreatitis. c. Consuming alcohol lowers inhibitions. d. Alcohol stimulates the central nervous system e. Alcohol is not consumed by students under age 21.
c. Consuming alcohol lowers inhibitions.
Metabolic fitness refers to which of the following? • a. Ability to perform repeated muscular effort, measured by the absolute maximum weight you can lift in one effort • b. Relative amounts of fat and lean muscle in the body c. Optimal functioning of bodily systems, which reduces risk for diabetes and cardiovascular disease • d. Force within muscles and the ability to perform repeated muscular effort • e. Ability to respond to routine physical demands
c. Optimal functioning of bodily systems, which reduces risk for diabetes and cardiovascular disease
Emily has begun taking St. John's wort for treatment of mild depression. Which statement by Marisa suggests that she understands the correct use of this product? • a. "St. John's wort may interfere with my oral contraceptive medication." "St. John's wort will decrease my risk of unwanted pregnancy." "In the United States, St. John's wort has been proven effective in treating depression." • d. "There are no known side effects from taking St. John's wort." e. "St. John's wort is available only by prescription."
• a. "St. John's wort may interfere with my oral contraceptive medication."
What is the fluid intake • recommendation for athletes who perform in competitive sports? • a. They should replace fluids as soon as dehydration occurs. • b. They should drink about 17 ounces of fluid about 2 hours before an event. c they should withhold water for 12 hours before an event. d. They generally do not need to practice before an event. • e. They should drink about 32 ounces of fluid about 2 hours before an event.
• b. They should drink about 17 ounces of fluid about 2 hours before an event.
Which of the following is true of gastric bypass surgery? • a. It is generally performed in a clinical setting. b. It is also called a biliopancreatic diversion. • c. It reroutes food around part of the upper intestine. • d. It increases the absorption of vitamins and minerals. • e. Involves placing a silicon band around the stomach.
• c. It reroutes food around part of the upper intestine.
Tolerance is a need for which of the following? • a. Increased time to recover from the effects of alcohol • b. A consistent amount of alcohol to achieve the desired effect • c. Significantly more alcohol to achieve the desired effect d. Patience while trying to cut down or control alcohol use • e. Significantly less alcohol to achieve the desired
• c. Significantly more alcohol to achieve the desired effect
Which of the following practices emphasizes intentionally increasing and then decreasing muscular tension? • a. Biofeedback b. Yoga & • c. Visualization • d. Progressive relaxation • e. Meditation
• d. Progressive relaxation
