Health Science exam 1
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"Informed literature" is least likely to come from which of the following sources?
True
A person with a high stress level has an increased risk for hypertension and cardiovascular disease.
Stressor
A school examination is an example of a(n)
True
A sleep-deprived driver is impaired as an intoxicated driver.
False
A tangible stressor is a thought or fear that initiates a stress response.
7-8
According to research, the average adult needs how many hours of sleep per night?
Long term stress impairs the body's ability to fight infection
According to studies in psychoneuroimmunology, how does long term stress affect immunity?
Is an idea that might explain a set of observations
An hypothesis
Chronic stress
An ongoing state of physiological arousal in response to ongoing or numerous perceived threats is
Intimacy
April's boyfriend is someone with whom she can share her feelings freely. He meets April's needs for
True
Both eustress and distress can trigger the fight-or-flight response.
Blended family
Brian is 13 and lives with his mother, stepfather, half-brother, and stepsister. He is a part of a
False
Caffeine can enhance performance by eliminating the negative effects of sleep deprivation.
Energy obtained from a particular food
Calories are the measure of
Vitamin A
Colleen has been warned by her nutritionist that taking large amounts of a certain vitamin can be toxic because it accumulates in the liver. Which vitamin?
24-hour access to the Internet
College students often become sleep-deprived due to
True
Daily choices influence an individual's health status and well being.
Complete
Foods from animal sources usually contain which type of protein?
Physical and psychological health
Getting an adequate amount of sleep promotes
Chronic disease
Heart disease, cancer, and diabetes are exampls of
Hypotheses that have not yet been falsified.
Hypotheses that are tested, but not falsified, become theories. Theories that cannot be falsified are said to be robust. Evidence from a variety of sources and experiments that link theories together may result in the development of laws. Laws are:
Family
In our early years, our most significant relationships are those with
Emotional availability
Intimate relationships cannot exist without
True
Locus of control may be internal or external.
Fats
Providing energy, insulating body organs, and maintaining body temperature are functions of:
Parasympathetic nervous system
Sasha wakes up suddenly when she hears a strange noise. After a few moments, she realizes that the noise was caused by her cat jumping up on her dresser and not an intruder. Which part of Sasha's nervous system is responsible for slowing the body functions that were stimulated by her stress response?
Motivation for behavior.
Setting achievable and incremental goals and rewarding yourself for progress are proven tips for maintaining.
Increased by more than 30 years
Since the early 20th century, the life expectancy of Americans has
True
Sleep helps the body to conserve energy.
True
Spiritual health encompasses more than simply religious beliefs.
Exercising regularly and learning to laugh at life's ups and downs
Steps you can take to reduce stress include
Informed literature is based on objective evidence
The best way to tell the difference between informed and popular literature is:
Pineal body
The body's circadian rhythm is regulated by the
emotional attachment
The characteristic of intimate relationships that causes feelings of love is
Mouth
The digestive process begins in the
Carbohydrates
The energy to sustain normal daily activities is provided by
Having open and honest communication with your partner.
The key to resolving conflict in a relationship is
Life expectancy
The number of years a person is anticipated to live based on conditions at the time of birth is
Observe the phenomenon, formulate a hypothesis, gather experimental data, test the hypothesis, the hypothesis is supported or falsified.
The usual steps in the "scientific method," in the correct order, are:
Decreased cognitive skills
To prepare for an exam, Juan plans to stay up and study all night. According to research, this strategy will likely result in
Extra protein
To support cellular growth and repair, a pregnant woman and a person recovering from surgery both need to eat
Trans-fatty acids are produced.
What happens when oils are hydrogenated?
Heart disease
What is the leading cause of death in the United States across all age groups?
Passionate love
When Adam is alone with his girlfriend, his heart races and he feels sexually aroused. This type of love is
Grains, legumes, and vegetables
Which of the following are sources of complex carbohydrates?
Smoking
Which of the following individual choices has a major effect on both current health and projected life expectancy?
Calcium
Which of the following is the primary mineral component in bones and teeth?
Stress, anxiety, and sleep difficulties
Which of the following were cited by college students in a national survey as major impediments to performing well academically?
Sympathetic nervous system
Which part of the nervous system is responsible for triggering the release of stress hormones?
self-concept and self-esteem
Which two psychological factors influence your ability to establish and maintain healthy relationships?