Health Final
56. Which of the following is most likely to be an unreliable source of health information? a. an online chat room b. an encyclopedia c. a medical school's Internet site d. a magazine written by health professionals
A
The number of calories a person takes in each day should be unaffected by -- a. age. b. gender. c. body frame. d. body image.
D
The thyroid, adrenal, and pineal glands are all part of the- a. reproductive system. b. immune system. c. nervous system. d. endocrine system.
D
What sudden illness is usually caused by a blockage of blood flow to the brain? A. Heat related emergency B. Heart attack C. Diabetic emergency D. Stroke
D
81. Frostbite can be prevented by -- a. dressing warmly and covering exposed skin. b. drinking warm liquids. c. wrapping yourself in a blanket. d. wearing loose-fitting clothing
A
What type of signals may help you notice an emergency? a. Unusual noises. b. Unusual odors. c. Unusual appearances or behaviors. d. All of the above.
D
When a person is dependent on alcohol, he or she - a. has a nervous system disorder. b. is intoxicated. c. has fetal alcohol syndrome. d. is an alcoholic.
D
When carbon monoxide is present in the blood, the body's tissues and cells are deprived of- a. hemoglobin. b. carcinogens. c. iron. d. oxygen.
D
When giving CPR-- A. Compress the chest straight down about 1 to 1 1/2 inches B. Give cycles of 30 chest compressions and 2 rescue breaths C. Compress the chest at a 45 degree angle D. a and b
D
a. health b. prevention c. cumulative risks d. environment e. wellness f. health education g. peers h. media i. risk behaviors j. Healthy People 2010 186. actions that can potentially threaten your health or the health of others 187. the sum of your surroundings 188. People of the same age who share similar interests 189. an overall state of well-being 190. the combination of physical, mental/emotional, and social well-being 191. the various methods of communicating information
186: I 187: D 188: G 189: E 190: A 191: H
a. character b. health advocacy c. interpersonal communication d. short-term goal e. refusal skills f. action plan g. role model h. decision making skills i. goal j. stress management 192. taking action to influence others to address a health-related concern or to support a health-related belief 193. those distinctive qualities that describe how a person thinks, feels, and behaves 194. ways to deal with the negative effects of stress 195. strategies that can help you say "no" when you are urged to take part in behaviors that are unsafe or unhealthful, or that go against your values 196. steps that enable you to make a healthful decision
192: B 193: A 194: J 195: E 196: H
a. health fraud b. consumer advocate C. warranty d. malpractice e. media f. primary care physicians g. medical history h. advertising i. health consumer j. comparison shopping 197. a written or spoken media message used to interest consumers in buying a product or service 198. failure by a health professional to meet accepted standards 199. the sale of worthless products or services claimed to prevent diseases or cure other health problems 200. methods of communicating information 201. a company's or a store's written agreement to repair a product or refund your money should the product not function properly 202. complete and comprehensive information about your immunizations and any health problems
197: H 198: D 199: A 200: E 201: C 202: G
a. hydration b. hypothermia c. training program d. heat cramps e. specificity f. muscular endurance g. physical fitness h. resting heart rate i. strain j. sedentary lifestyle 203. a condition resulting from damaging a muscle or tendon 204. indicates that particular exercises improve particular areas of fitness 205. the number of times your heart beats in one minute when you are not active 206. the ability to carry out daily tasks easily and have energy left over 207. muscular spasms caused by loss of large amounts of salt and water through perspiration
203: I 204: E 205: H 206: G 207: D
a. food additives b. proteins c. calories d. nutrition e. food allergy f. minerals g. lipid h. carbohydrates i. pasteurization j. fiber 208. process of treating a substance with heat to destroy or slow the growth of pathogens 209. complex carbohydrates found in the tough, stringy parts of some foods 210. a condition in which the body's immune system reacts to substances in some foods
208: I 209: J 210: E
a. underweight b. herbal supplement c. binge eating disorder d. weight cycling e. vegetarian f. obesity g. dietary supplement h. megadose i. electrolytes j. eating disorder 211. an extreme, harmful eating behavior that can cause serious illness or even death 212. a condition in which a person is less than the appropriate weight for his or her height 213. having a large amount of body fat 214. the repeated pattern of loss and regain of body weight 215. minerals that help maintain the body's fluid balance
211: J 212: A 213: F 214L D 215: I
a. self-actualization b. empathy c. mental/emotional health e. hierarchy of needs d. hormone f. personal identity g. defense mechanisms h. modeling i. emotions j. hostility 216. the ability to accept yourself and others, manage emotions, and deal with the challenges of life 217. the intentional use of unfriendly or offensive behavior 218. mental processes used to deal with strong or stressful emotions and situations 219. a chemical secreted by your glands that regulates the activities of different body cells 220. the ability to imagine and understand another's feelings 221. the striving to become the best you can be 222. a list of needs that are essential to human growth and development
216: C 217: J 218: G 219: D 220: B 221: A 222: E
a. depression b. resiliency c. protective factors d. stress e. perception f. stressor g. stress-management skills h. relaxation response i. psychomatic response j. chronic stress 223. a state of calm that can be reached by practicing relaxation techniques 224. the reaction of the body and mind to everyday challenges and demands 225. techniques that help an individual handle stress in a healthful, effective way 226. stress associated with long-term problems that are beyond a person's control 227. conditions that shield individuals from the negative consequences of risk-taking
223: H 224: D 225: G 226: J 227: C
a. mood disorder b. conduct disorder c. courning d. cluster suicides e. behavior therapy f. anxiety disorder g. coping h. biomedical therapy i. grief response j. psychotherapy 228. an illness or a condition in which real or imagined fears are difficult to control 229. an illness that involves mood extremes that interfere with everyday living 230. a treatment process that focuses on changing unwanted behaviors through rewards and reinforcements 231. an ongoing dialogue between a patient and a mental health professional
228: F 229: A 230: E 231: J
a. scrotum b. ova c. hormones d. cervix e. parathyroid glands f. ovullation g. penis h. adrenal glands i. semen j. sterility 232. the inability to reproduce 233. an external skin sac that contains the testes 234. a tube-shaped organ that extends from the trunk of the body just above the testes 235. female reproductive cells 236. glands that produce a hormone that regulates the body's calcium and phosphorus balance 237. glands that help the body recover from stress and respond to emergencies
232: J 233: A 234: G 235: B 236: E 237: H
a. alcohol abuse b. ethanol c. depressant d. blood alcohol concentration e. sobriety f. recovery g. DUI h. alcohol poisoning i. metabolism j. detoxification 238. a severe and potentially fatal physical reaction to an alcohol overdose 239. the excessive use of alcohol 240. driving under the influence of alcohol 241. the amount of alcohol in a person's blood expressed as a percentage 242. the process of learning to live an alcohol-free life
238: H 239: A 240: G 241: D 242: F
a. illicit drug use b. marijuana c. vaccine d. psychological dependence e. anabolic-androgenic steroids f. inhalants g. psychoactive drugs h. stimulants i. hallucinogens j. designer drug 243. chemicals that affect the central nervous system and alter activity in the brain 244. substances whose fumes are sniffed or inhaled to give a mind-altering effect
243: G 244: F
Match each term with the best definition below. a. pandemic b. symptomatic stage c. trichomoniasis d. infertility e. abstinence f. human papillomavirus g. Western blot h. human immunodeficiency virus i. gonorrhea j. sexually transmitted diseases 245. inability to conceive or difficulty with conceiving a child 246. the test most commonly used to confirm HIV infection 247. a global outbreak of infectious disease 248. a virus that can cause genital warts 249. a bacterial STD that usually affects mucous membranes and can cause infertility 250. a virus that attacks the immune system
245) D 246) G 247) A 248) F 249) I 250) H
A health literate individual- a. understands basic health information and services and uses these sources to promote health and wellness. b. puts his or her own health before any other consideration, such as family or community. C. understands that serious disease only strikes the elderly. d. believes only what he or she wants to believe about health.
A
A phobia and obsessive/compulsive disorder are both- a. anxiety disorders. b. personality disorders. c. conduct disorders. d. mood disorders.
A
Before beginning a new physical activity, it is wise to-- a. visit a health care professional for a health screening. b. take megadoses of nutritional supplements. C. stop using nutritional supplements. d. lead a sedentary lifestyle.
A
By following standard precautions to protect yourself and the injured or ill person, you can: a. Minimize the risk of disease transmission. b. Reduce the number of times you need to wear gloves C. Increase the risk of disease transmission. d. None of the above.
A
Disorientation and loss of motor control can result from-- a. hypothermia. b. frostbite. c. anabolic steroid use. d. heatstroke.
A
Drinking five or more alcoholic drinks at a sitting is called- a. binge drinking. b. alcohol abuse. c. alcohol poisoning. d. moderate drinking.
A
During the asymptomatic stage of HIV infection- a. the virus continues to grow and can be transmitted to others. b. the infected person cannot transmit the virus to others. c. the virus goes dormant and does not reproduce itself for a period of time. d. the symptoms become increasingly severe.
A
Fats are a type of -- a. lipid. b. mineral. c. vitamin. d . protein.
A
HIV often destroys brain cells, causing confusion and memory loss - a. in the last stages of HIV, or AIDS. b. in the symptomatic stage of infection. c. even when no other symptoms are present. d. as the immune system keeps pace with HIV infection.
A
Headaches can be- a. a psychosomatic response to stress. b. an emotional effect of stress. c. a perception of stress. d. a protective factor of stress.
A
In general a splint should be... A. Snug, but not so tight that it slows circulation B. Loose, so the person can still move the injured limb C. Tied with cravats over the injured area D. None of the above
A
In stroke recognition, FAST means-- A. Face, arm, speech and time. b. Feet, airway, speech and temperature. c. Fever, anxiety, stress and taste. d. Flexibility, asthma, sudden tightness in the chest.
A
Marijuana - a. interferes with the immune system and may permanently damage it. b. contains fewer cancer-causing chemicals than tobacco. c. raises the level of testosterone in men. d. enhances mental reflexes and short-term memory.
A
Medical researchers have found that drinking alcohol of any sort- a. slows reflexes. b. heightens judgment. c. decreases forgetfulness. d. reduces risk-taking behaviors.
A
Muscle cramps are a possible effect of -- a. dehydration. b. immobilization. c. hypothermia. d. application of light pressure
A
Nicotine causes addiction and- a. acts as a stimulant. b. is a carcinogen. c. competes with oxygen. d. destroys cilia.
A
One strategy in a sensible weight-management plan is - a. keeping a food journal of what and when you eat. b. planning to lose two pounds a week. c. fasting occasionally. d. weighing yourself every day.
A
People with good mental/emotional health do NOT exhibit -- a. a sense of detachment. b. a sense of purpose. c. autonomy. d. a positive outlook.
A
Seeing someone else as perfect and more worthy than others is an example of - a. a defense mechanism. b. conflict resolution. c. suppression. d. decision making.
A
Someone who declines to become involved in a potentially stressful situation, such as a party where alcohol will be present, is managing stress through - a. refusal skills. b. redirecting energy. c. a relaxation response. d. being resilient
A
Sperm are produced in the - a. testes. b. vas deferens. c. prostate gland. d. seminal vesicles.
A
The Nutrition Facts panel on food labels includes information on-- a. the number of calories per serving. b. the price per unit. c. the expiration date. d. the cooking process used.
A
The dynamic nature of our health means that-- a. it is constantly changing. b. we have little control over it. c. it changes very slowly. d. it is largely inherited.
A
The increased respiration and heart rate that fear triggers a. prepare your body for necessary action. b. prepare your emotions for a crisis. c. allow you to feel empathy or sympathy. d. allow you to plan your actions.
A
The one aspect of your personality over which you have the most control is your- a. behavior. b. environment. c. heredity. d. expectations.
A
Tiny air sacs in the lungs are destroyed, making breathing extremely difficult, in the disease called - a. emphysema. b. coronary heart disease. c. chronic bronchitis. d. lung cancer.
A
When giving a rescue breath to an adult, you should give the breath over a period of about- A. 1 second B. 1/2 second C. 3 seconds D. 4 seconds
A
Which agency should you contact when you have a problem with a locally owned business in your town? a. the Better Business Bureau b. the Federal Trade Commission c. the Consumers Union d. the Product Safety Commission
A
Which of the following can cause increased risk of injury to tendons and ligaments? a. anabolic-androgenic steroids. b. inhalants c. psychoactive drugs d. Narcotics
A
Which of the following describes a person who is obese? a. a person with a large amount of body fat b. a person who weighs more than what is appropriate for his or her height c. a person who has excess muscle tissue d. a person who weighs less than what is appropriate for his or her height
A
Which of the following is NOT an accurate statement about suicide? a. An attempt is usually just a way to get attention. b. It is not a normal response to stresses. c. Any talk of suicide should be taken seriously. d. Certain warning signs can indicate if a person is at risk.
A
Which of the following is a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder? a. nightmares and flashbacks b. extreme mood changes c. fear of abandonment d. irritability and violence
A
Which of the following is necessary for effective communication? a. making sure your facial expressions and gestures reflect your verbal message b. interrupting the speaker to ask questions c. speaking in a sarcastic tone d. using "you" messages to explain your point
A
Which of the following puts a female at risk of sterility? a. contracting an STD b. having regular pelvic exams c. practicing abstinence d. having irregular menstrual cycles
A
Which of the following statements is NOT true? a. All STDs produce recognizable symptoms. b. All STDs are preventable. c. Some STDs can be passed from a mother to her baby. d. Some STDS cause cancer.
A
You see a woman collapse in front of you while entering the lobby of your office building. You check the scene and then check the person for consciousness, but she does not respond. What should you do next? a. Call or have someone call EMS. b. Check for signs of life. c. Drive the person to the hospital. d. Give 2 rescue breaths.
A
Your beliefs and attitudes about what is important that help guide your behavior are your- a. values. b. role models. c. decision-making skills. d. options.
A
A child is choking on a piece of hard candy. She is conscious and coughing forcefully. What should you do? A. Lay her down and give abdominal thrusts B. Stay with her and encourage her to continue coughing C. Do a foreign object look/removal D. Slap her on the back until she stops coughing
B
A symptom of alcohol poisoning is - a. increased excitability. b. irregular heartbeat. c. inconsistent abilities. d. increased respiration.
B
About how often should you stop and check for signs of life when performing CPR on an adult? A. After the first minute, then every other minute thereafter B. Cpr should not be interrupted or stopped until an AED is ready to use, another trained responder takes over or you see an obvious sign of life C. After every minute (or after every 4 cycles of compressions and breaths) D. After the first minute, then not again until EMS personnel arrive
B
About how often should you stop and check for signs of life when performing rescue breathing on a child? A. After the first minute, then every 30 seconds thereafter B. About every 2 minutes (40 breaths) C. After every minute D. After the first minute, then not again until EMS personnel arrive
B
Both functional and organic mental disorders - a. may result from an emotional conflict. b. can affect behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. c. can be related to a brain tumor. d. can result from a head injury.
B
During the alarm stage of the body's stress response, what "emergency hormone" is released to prepare the body to respond to a stressor? a. hypothalamus b. adrenaline c. anxiety d. caffeine
B
Fat-soluble vitamins -- a. do not build up in the body. b. are absorbed by fat. c. are not needed by the body. d. pass easily into the bloodstream.
B
Having a physical exam before starting a sports program is an example of -- a. inpatient care. b. preventive care. c. general care. d. specialized care.
B
Having good character -- a. cannot be learned. b. benefits others as well as yourself. c. means always pleasing others. d. means always doing what adults tell you.
B
Morphine, codeine, and aspirin are all - a. antivirals. b. analgesics. C. vaccines. d. antibiotics.
B
Negative reactions in the body and mind caused by using tobacco, alcohol, or other drugs are- a. biological stressors. b. personal behavior stressors. c. life situation stressors. d. environmental stressors.
B
Nicotine gum is an over-the-counter product that is used as a nicotine - a. deactivator. b. substitute. c. enhancer. d. Antitoxin.
B
Passive-aggression is a kind of- a. mood disorder. b. personality disorder. c. anxiety disorder. d. organic disorder.
B
People who use smokeless tobacco- a. have fewer health risks than smokers. b. can become addicted to nicotine. C. do not get tobacco-related cancers. d. can quit more easily than smokers.
B
Preforming early CPR on a child in cardiac arrest can-- A. Reduce the child's need for oxygen B. Keep vital organs supplied with blood containing oxygen C. Cause permanent brain damage D. none of the above
B
People's food choices are NOT affected by-- a. cultural and ethnic background. b. convenience. c. hunger. d. family and friends.
C
Someone who decides to go for a brisk walk on the night before a test after having studied- a. is in the resistance stage of the stress response. b. may be redirecting energy in response to stress. c. needs to improve his or her time management skills. d. will probably fail the test.
B
The Underwriters Laboratory logo on a product indicates that the product--- a. has a full warranty. b. has passed strict safety tests. c. offers high quality at a good price. d. is not recommended by the Consumers Union.
B
The best method for preventing STDs is - a. using barrier protection during sexual activity. b. abstaining from sexual activity. c. choosing low-risk sex partners. d. avoiding alcohol and drugs.
B
The nine essential amino acids are -- a. not found in foods. b. not made by the body. c. all present in incomplete proteins. d. made by the body.
B
The nutrient that makes up the greatest percentage of the body is -- a. vitamin C. b. water. c. a complex carbohydrate. d. protein.
B
The pituitary gland- a. is part of the nervous system. b. controls the other glands in the endocrine system. c. coordinates the work of the nervous system, the immune system, and the endocrine system. d. serves as a link between the endocrine system and the nervous system.
B
This sudden illness results from too much or too little sugar in the person's blood. What is it? A. Stroke B. Diabetic emergency C. Seizure D. Allergic reaction
B
Victims of a potentially life-threatening illness or injury should go to -- a. a clinic . b. an emergency room. c. a hospice. d. an urgent care center.
B
What should you do for a person with heat exhaustion? A. Force the person to quickly drink a lot of water B. Get the person out of the heat into a cooler place C. Put more layers of clothing on the person as protection against the heat D. All of the above
B
What should you do if you suspect that a conscious person has been poisoned? a. Call the local pharmacy. b. Call the Poison Control Center and follow the advice given. c. Give the person large amounts of milk. d. Immediately induce vomiting.
B
What will happen if you take in more calories than you burn? a. Your metabolism will increase. b. Your amount of stored body fat may increase. c. Your body will excrete the excess calories. d. You will maintain your current weight.
B
When caring for a person who is having a seizure, you should- A. Try to hold the person still B. Remove nearby objects that might cause injury C. Place a spoon or wallet between the person's teeth D. All of the above
B
When giving rescue breaths to a child, how should you breathe into the child? A. As fast as you can B. Give a breath over a period of about 1 second C. as hard as you can D. ??
B
When giving rescue breaths to a child, you should give 1 breath about every-- A. 5 seconds B. 3 seconds C. 9 seconds D. 15 seconds
B
When playing sports, playing at your skill level and knowing your physical limits is an aspect of-- a. R.I.C.E. b. safety. c. weather-related risks. d. skill-related fitness.
B
When you feel tired because your body has been fighting an illness, you are experiencing- a. physical fatigue. b. pathological fatigue. c. psychological fatigue d. resistance
B
When you have a healthy identity, you will experience- a. increased risk behaviors. b. increased self-esteem. c. negative self-talk. d. lack of confidence.
B
Which contributes to obesity? a, avoiding fast food b. a sedentary lifestyle c. having excess muscle tissue d. a balance of high-fat and low-fat foods in the diet
B
Which of the following STDs stays in the body after symptoms are treated? a. chlamydia b. human papillomavirus c. gonorrhea d. syphilis
B
Which of the following accurately describes setting and reaching a goal? a. Punishment for failure is a better motivator than a reward for meeting a goal. b. Check your progress periodically and make any necessary adjustments. C. Breaking a goal down into smaller goals will only distract you. d. Asking friends or family for help in reaching your goal is cheating.
B
Which of the following are never used in a medicinal capacity? a. depressants b. hallucinogens c. narcotics d. stimulants
B
Which of the following increases heartbeat and respiration during periods of high emotion? a. the thyroid gland b. the adrenal glands c. the pituitary gland d. the pineal gland
B
Which of the following is NOT a good strategy when refusing to engage in a risky behavior? a. suggesting an alternative to the risky behavior b. threatening to tell an adult about the risky behavior c. walking away if the other person won't take no for an answer d. explaining that you won't take part because your parents would not approve
B
Which of the following is NOT a lifestyle factor a. smoking cigarettes b. having weak eyesight c. having friends d. walking to school
B
Which of these is NOT a factor that influences the onset and severity of the short-term effects of drinking? a. body size and gender b.. time of consumption c. food in the stomach d. rate of consumption
B
Which two hormones stimulate production of all other sex hormones during adolescence? a. testosterone and estrogen b. the hormones FSH and LH c. the hormones ADH and MSH d. growth hormone and melatonin
B
You determine that a person may be in shock. Do each of the following except: a. Keep the person comfortable. b. Give the person water. C. Monitor the person's ABC's. d. Raise the person's legs 12 inches.
B
Your personal behavior-- a. is not influenced by the environment. b. can affect your friends and family. c. is dictated by heredity. d. has consequences for you only.
B
Which of the following is a nutrient-dense food? a. cheese b. pretzels c. carrots d. french fries
C
A condition in which liver tissue is replaced with useless scar tissue is called - a. fatty liver. b. alcoholic hepatitis. C. cirrhosis. d. fetal alcohol syndrome.
C
A condition when a bone slips from its normal position at a joint is referred to as -- a. tendonitis. b. a fracture. c. a dislocation. d. a muscle strain.
C
A mental disorder whose sufferers have difficulty distinguishing between real and imaginary events is- a. antisocial personality disorder. b. bipolar disorder. c. schizophrenia. d. post-traumatic stress disorder.
C
A sedentary lifestyle will NOT lead to -- a. diabetes. b. osteoporosis. c. low cholesterol. d. cardiovascular disease.
C
Active steps that will help you achieve a healthy identity do NOT include - a. recognizing your strengths and weaknesses. b. demonstrating positive values. c. adapting unhealthful risk behaviors. d. contributing to the community.
C
Anorexia nervosa -- a. is not as serious as bulimia. b. usually goes away on its own. c. has consequences similar to malnutrition and starvation. d. is serious, but not life threatening,
C
Being able to "walk in another person's shoes" is a sign of - a. compassion. b. sympathy. c. empathy. d. envy.
C
Biomedical therapy - a. is common on self-help Web sites. b. involves finding ways to correct distorted thinking patterns. C. seeks to treat symptoms through medication. d. is all that is needed to cure most disorders.
C
Body composition is the ratio of body fat to -- a. muscle. b. bone. c. lean body tissue, d, cartilage and tendons.
C
Compared to an adult of appropriate weight, an underweight adult will have- a. more energy. b. a lower risk of heart problems. c. a higher chance of suffering chronic fatigue. d. better balance of hemoglobin in the blood.
C
Early CPR is important in the Cardiac Chain of Survival because: A. CPR prevents heart attacks B. With early CPR, most cardiac arrest victims do not need defibrillation C. It helps circulate blood that contains oxygen to the vital organs until an AED is ready to use or advanced medical personnel arrive. D. It helps restart the heart
C
HIV can be transmitted through- a. food. b. the air. c. blood. d. the skin.
C
Having to leave your home because of hurricane damage is an example of - a. a biological stressor. b. a cognitive stressor. c. an environmental stressor. d. a life situation stressor.
C
How many cycles of CPR should be preformed in 2 minutes on an adult? A. 2 B. 4 C. 5 D. 1
C
How should you care for a person with a possible head, neck, or back injury? a. Move the person into a comfortable position as soon as possible. b. Move the injured area so that it rests above the person's heart. c. Minimize movement of the head, neck and back. d. None of the above.
C
Hunger is -- a. a desire for food. b. a response to stretched stomach walls. c. a physical need for food. d. a learned response.
C
If a person is suffering from pain or discomfort in the chest that lasts more than 3-5 minutes or that goes away and comes back, this person is most likely having: A. A heat-related emergency B. A cold-related emergency C. A heart attack D. a seizure
C
In the drug interaction known as the synergistic effect- a. two medicines taken together cancel each other out. b. the patient builds up a tolerance to two medicines taken together. c. one medicine strengthens the effect of another taken at the same time. d. one medicine alleviates the side effects of another taken at the same time.
C
Nicotine contributes to plaque buildup in blood vessels, increasing the chance of - a. lung cancer. b. diabetes. c. arteriosclerosis. d. oral cancer.
C
Pills whose advertising promises to turn excess fat into lean muscle while you sleep are probably -- a. defective. b. a miracle cure. c. a case of health fraud. d. a case of malpractice.
C
Substance abuse does NOT lead to - a. accidental deaths. b. violent crimes. c. an increase in control. d. unintended pregnancies.
C
Tar contained in tobacco smoke is harmful to the lungs because it - a. clogs the blood vessels. b. is a stimulant. c. paralyzes cilia. d. is addictive.
C
The best way to check if a person is unconscious is to-- a. Lift the person up. b. Give the person CPR. C. Tap the person and shout, "Are you okay?" d. Look, listen and feel for signs of breathing.
C
The cycle of compressions to breaths in CPR for an adult victim is- A. 15 compressions for every 3 breaths B. 15 compressions for every 1 breath C. 30 compressions for every 2 breaths D. 30 compressions for every 1 breath
C
The first stage of alcoholism is characterized by - a. brain damage and kidney defects. b. admission that there is a problem. c. becoming intoxicated regularly. d. the need for less alcohol to become intoxicated.
C
The key to conflict resolution is- a. knowing when to give up and quit arguing. b. believing in yourself enough to convince the other person you are right. c. having respect for the other person's rights. d. continuing the discussion until you get your way.
C
The progression that heat-related emergencies can follow from early stage (least severe) to late stage (most severe) is- A. Health cramps, heat stroke, and exhaustion B. Heat exhaustion, heat stroke, heat cramps C. Heat cramps, heat exhaustion, heat stroke D. Heat exhaustion, heat cramps, heat stroke
C
The steps of follow in an emergency are-- a. Call-Check-Secure. b. Check-Care-Defibrillate. c. Check-Call-Care. d. Care-Call-Check.
C
The three elements of your health triangle are-- a. relationships, physical exercise, and stress management. b. heredity, lifestyle factors, and nutrition. c. physical, mental/emotional, and social health. d. risk behavior, prevention, and environment.
C
Unusual weight gain or loss and sterility can result from -- a. inadequate rest. b. dehydration. c. anabolic steroid use. d. excessive heat loss.
C
Voluntary responses to stress include- a. an increase in muscle tension. b. pupil dilation. c. doing relaxation exercises. d. a rise in blood pressure.
C
Ways of managing stress do NOT include - a. getting adequate rest. b. planning ahead. c. drinking alcohol. d. participating in regular physical activity.
C
What care should you give to a conscious adult who is choking and cannot cough, speak, or breathe? A. Give 2 show rescue breaths B. Do a foreign object/look removal C. Give back blows and abdominal thrusts D. Lower the person to the floor and open the airway
C
What is the first step in caring for a bleeding wound? A. Apply pressure at a pressure point B. Add bulky dressing to reinforce blood-soaked bandages C. Apply direct pressure with a sterile or clean dressing D. Care for shock
C
When a female reaches puberty, the pituitary gland begins to produce hormones that cause- a. the ovaries to produce eggs. b. the ovaries to store immature eggs. C. the stored immature ova to mature. d. the ova to implant in the uterine wall.
C
When buying a jacket from an online clothing store, which question can only be answered once you have the jacket? a. If I want to return the jacket, how much, if anything, will I have to pay? b. Is the cost of shipping included in the price of the jacket? c. Is the Web site's description of the jacket accurate? d. Can I find the jacket at a better price in a traditional store?
C
When giving care to a child who is conscious and has an obstructed airway, where should you position your fist to give abdominal thrusts? A. On the rib cage B. In the center of the breastbone C. Just above the naval D. Any of the above
C
When quitting smoking, stress-management techniques can - a. prevent diseases of the lungs. b. reduce peer pressure. c. help ease people through the withdrawal process. d. be a nicotine substitute.
C
Which is an example of long term goal for a teen? a. mowing the lawn b. avoiding chocolate for one day c. saving up money for a car d. starting a research project due next week
C
Which is an internal influence on your health? a. your family b. your friends c. your likes and dislikes d. the media
C
Which of the following best describes the health triangle? a. When two sides of the triangle are strong, the third will take care of itself. b. It is best to focus on improving one side of the triangle at a time. c. To be truly healthy, all three sides need to be in balance. d. The triangle has two sides that are more important to overall health than the other.
C
Which of the following can result in damaged sperm or sterility in males? a. monthly TSE b. contracting mumps in childhood c. use of anabolic steroids d. improper lifting of heavy objects
C
Which of the following health care providers is a specialist? a. a primary care physician b. a nurse practitioner c. a pediatrician d. a school nurse
C
Which of the following is NOT true of the short-term effects of alcohol use? a. Some alcohol passes quickly into the bloodstream from the stomach. b. Nerves controlling involuntary functions are depressed. c. Fats build up in the liver, causing liver cells to die. d. Coordination and speech are impaired.
C
Which of the following is a cumulative risk? a. not wearing a seatbelt b. riding a bike without a helmet c. eating a high-fat diet d. abstaining from the use of alcohol
C
Which of the following is a normal part of a healthy, mature male reproductive system? a. a painless lump or swelling in a testicle b. a change in the way a testicle feels c. nocturnal emissions d. an inguinal hernia
C
Which statement about genital herpes is NOT true? a. Both types of herpes can affect the mouth and genitals. b. Many people who have genital herpes have no symptoms. C. The virus can only be spread when blisters are present. d. A person who has genital herpes may have outbreaks throughout his or her life.
C
Which treatment would be most appropriate for a person with a long history of serious drug abuse? a. drug counseling b. maintenance therapy c. a stay at a therapeutic community d. medication therapy
C
Working toward a goal of becoming an engineer is an example of - a. recognizing strengths and weaknesses. b. developing a personality. c. self-actualization. d. modeling
C
You should continue CPR until-- A. The scene is determined to be safe B. The person's condition worsens C. You are too exhausted to continue D. You need to call 911 or the local emergency number for advice on a non life-threatening condition
C
You suspect that someone is having a severe allergic reaction to a bee sting and is having trouble breathing. What should you do? a. Give the person abdominal thrusts. b. After about 15 minutes, call 9-1-1 c. Call 9-1-1 immediately and care for the person until help arrives. d. Give the person a cool drink.
C
the cycle of compressions and breaths in CPR for a child is- A. 15 compressions for every 3 breaths B. 15 compressions for every 1 breath C. 30 compressions for every 2 breaths D. 30 compressions for every 1 breath
C
what should you do if a person does not give consent? a. Give care and call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. b. Give care and do not call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. c. Do not give care but do call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. d. None of the above.
C
The agency that ensures the safety of food, drugs, and cosmetics is the -- a. Food Safety and Inspection Service. b. United States Department of Agriculture. C. Department of Health and Human Services. d. Food and Drug Administration.
D
The first symptoms of HIV infection include- a. rapid weight loss. b. open sores. c. confusion and forgetfulness. d. fever and body aches.
D
A person in the last stages of the grieving process is likely to a. spend a lot of time crying. b. feel helpless and angry. C. be overwhelmed by depression. d. begin looking ahead to the future.
D
A person with hypothermia -- a. has a sudden increase in body temperature. b. should move to a cool place. c. has frozen body tissue. d. requires immediate medical attention.
D
A social consequence of smoking is a- . a higher chance of stroke. b. decreased cardiorespiratory endurance. c. paying a fine for providing tobacco to minors. d. being excluded by nonsmokers.
D
A woman burned her hand in the lunchroom. You should: A. Stop the burning B. Cool the burn with large amounts of cold water C. Cover the burn loosely with a dry, sterile dressing D. All of the above
D
Abstinence can lead to-- a. getting a sexually transmitted disease. b. an addiction to tobacco or alcohol. c. an unplanned pregnancy. d. a lower risk for disease.
D
According to teens, the most important factor in choosing not to use alcohol is- a. media messages. b. peer pressure. c. fear of intoxication. d. parental disapproval.
D
Always check for signs of life for no more than-- A. 1 second B. 2 seconds C. 5 seconds D. 10 seconds
D
Animal fats and tropical oils are- a. usually liquid at room temperature. b. thought to be more healthful than vegetable oils. c. higher in unsaturated fatty acids. d. higher in saturated fatty acids
D
Before exercising, you should allow your pulse rate to increase gradually by -- a. working out. b. cooling down. c. stretching out. d. warming up.
D
Chronic hostility can result in- a. improved mental health. b. feeling connected. c. stronger friendships. d. an increased risk of heart disease.
D
Cluster suicides are- a. most common among adults. b. never the result of media attention. C. related to hormone cycles. d. sometimes the result of suicide pacts.
D
Cocaine is a - a. gateway drug. b. psychoactive drug. c. designer drug. d. stimulant.
D
Compared to adults, teens are less likely to a. have more than one sexual partner. b. engage in unprotected sex. c. select high-risk partners. d. seek medical attention for an STD.
D
Complex carbohydrates are found in -- a. fruit. b. milk. c. sugarcane. d. potatoes.
D
Eggs move to the uterus through the - a. endometrium. b. cervix. C. vagina. d. fallopian tubes.
D
External factors that can affect a person's resiliency include- a. positive self-esteem and a sense of purpose. b. a sense of personal responsibility. c. a commitment to learning and education. d. family, community, and peers.
D
Holding your empty cup until you find a trash can to toss it into is an example of-- a. trustworthiness. b. respect. c. fairness. d. citizenship.
D
How should you care for someone with frostbitten hands? A. Immerse his or her hands in hot water B. Massage his or her hands vigorously C. Have the person shake his or her hands vigorously until feeling is restored D. Get the person to a warm environment and then re-warm his or her hands in hot water
D
How should you check a conscious person? a. Get consent to give care. b. Ask questions c. Do not touch or move painful, injured areas on the body. d. All of the above.
D
It is important to drink plenty of water before and during a heavy workout because keeping hydrated -- a. helps you to perspire more. b. causes an electrolyte imbalance. c. prevents you from perspiring. d. prevents an electrolyte imbalance.
D
Mental disorders- a. have distinct symptoms and are easily diagnosed. b. are untreatable and cannot be prevented. c. usually lead to suicide attempts. d. require medical attention, just as physical illnesses do.
D
Needs at the bottom of Maslow's hierarchy of needs are- a. the need to be valued and recognized. b. the need to reach your potential. c. the need to be loved and to belong. d. physical needs
D
The long-term effects of alcohol use can include - a. dulled concentration. b. nausea. c. altered judgment. d. high blood pressure.
D
When should you call 911 or the local emergency number? a. The person has a cough and runny nose. b. The person has a stomachache that goes away. c. The person has an earache. d. The person has trouble breathing.
D
Which are the following are signals of trouble breathing? A. Noisy or painful breathing B. Unusually deep or shallow breathing C. Changes in skin color D. all of the above
D
Which can cause the EIA to give inaccurate results? a. drinking alcohol before the test b. engaging in sexual intercourse before the test c. being in the symptom-free stage of HIV infection d. having certain medical conditions or testing too soon after acquiring HIV
D
Which factor is the least important to consider when comparing products? a. the cost of the product b. the features of a product c. recommendations from trusted family and friends d. the persuasive advertising for the product
D
Which influence on health cannot be changed? a. the environment b. technology C. your values d. heredity
D
Which is an example of misuse of a medicine? a. taking aspirin for a fever b. taking drugs to control blood pressure c. throwing away a medicine that has passed its expiration date d. giving a friend one of your prescription pain relievers
D
Which of the following are signals of trouble breathing? A. Agitation B. slow or rapid breathing C. Pale, flushed or bluish skin color D. all of the above
D
Which of the following is NOT a food group? a. bread, cereal, rice, and pasta b. vegetable c. milk, yogurt, and cheese d. fats, oils, and sweets
D
Which of the following is NOT a possible consequence of smoking while pregnant? a. premature delivery b. deformities c. stillbirth d. high birth weight
D
Which of the following is an accurate statement about side effects? a. Most medicines do not cause side effects. b. Taking two medicines at the same time always causes harmful side effects. c. Any given medicine will produce the same side effects in everyone who takes it. d. Your body's reaction to a medicine depends on your body chemistry.
D
Which of the following is an incorrect statement if you are in good physical health a. You are able to resist diseases. b. You can cope with everyday stresses and challenges. c. You are able to protect yourself from injury. d. You do not have the energy to perform daily tasks.
D
Which of the following works to promote health on a global scale? a. the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention b. the National Cancer Institute C. the Environmental Protection Agency d. World Health Organization
D
Which type of injury involves an open wound in which the bone has torn through the skin? A. Sprain B. Dislocation C. Strain D. Open fracture
D
You notice that a child looks panicked and cannot cough, speak, or breathe. What life threatening condition could the child be experiencing? A. Indigestion B. Cardiac arrest C. Upset stomach D. Choking
D
move an injured person only if-- a. The scene is or is becoming unsafe. b. You need to reach another person with a more serious injury or illness. C. You need to move a person to give emergency care. d. All of the above.
D
what signals should you look for to determine if a person is bleeding internally? A. The person is vomiting blood or coughing up blood B. There are tender, swollen, bruised areas or hard bumps on the body C. The person is becoming confused, faint, drowsy, or unconscious. D. All of the above
D
