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?


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