HLTH 213 Final Exam

A driver is always impaired when he or she has a blood alcohol concentration of

0.08 percent or higher

One standard drink equals

12 ounces of beer or 1.5 ounces of 80 proof liquor

During which stage of sleep does a person disengage from the environment?

2

What is the percentage of alcohol in 100 proof whiskey?

50 percent

Which of the following statements about dietary supplements is true?

A majority of Americans takes at least one dietary supplement

Which of the following statements about mindfulness is true?

An essential component of mindfulness is awareness of oneself and one's environment.

Which of the following is TRUE about environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)?

Between 1988 and 2008, detectable levels of nicotine exposure in nonsmokers decreased

An NIAAA approach to reducing alcohol consumption on campus is

Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students

Which of the following is TRUE with respect to genetics and obesity?

Certain genes might influence obesity by altering regulation of a hormone called ghrelin

There have been recent reports of date rape drugs being used at campus parties. What should female students do to protect themselves from being the victim of drug-facilitated crimes?

Don't accept open or unsealed drinks and don't leave drinks unattended

If you know you will be at an event where alcohol will be served, what can you do to drink responsibly?

Eat shortly before you go and alternate alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks

Which of the following is TRUE about the effect of exercise on your quality of sleep?

Exercising strenuously in the morning or afternoon boosts sleep quality.

Which of the following statements about college drinking is TRUE?

Female college students' alcohol consumption is close to that of male college students

Which of the following is TRUE about intimate partner violence?

Homicide by a current or former intimate partner is the leading cause of death among pregnant women in the United States.

Which of the following is TRUE about appropriate self-disclosure?

It involves sharing feelings and information as a means of getting to know a person

What is a common reason that victims of elder abuse do not report it?

They are afraid that the abuser will retaliate by putting them in a nursing home or increasing the abuse

Which of the following is TRUE about Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs)?

They are the reference standard for intake levels necessary to meet the needs of most healthy individuals

Which of the following is TRUE about intimate relationships?

They can include relationships with family, friends, and romantic partners

Psychoactive drugs have which type of effect on the body?

They enhance, suppress, or interfere with the actions of neurotransmitters

Which of the following is TRUE with respect to the health effects of smoking?

Women who smoke are more likely to have fertility problems than non-smokers

Which of the following situations might contribute to impaired immune function?

Your grandmother moves in with your family after being hospitalized due to a stroke.

Jeff and Dana have been married for two years. Their relationship involves exclusive sexual involvement with each other. This demonstrates

a monogamous relationship

The updated Nutrition Facts panel adds information about amount of which of the following in a serving of food?

added sugars

Which inexpensive device can be attached to faucets to reduce water consumption?

aerator

Middle-age weight gain is attributed to all of the following factors EXCEPT

age-related appetite increase

Rape that involves a stranger is classified as

aggravated rape

Being flexible in making plans with friends demonstrates

agreeableness

Hearing a piercing scream late at night while walking on a campus path would likely trigger which phase of the general adaptation syndrome?

alarm

All of the following are part of the RICE formula for treating sports- and fitness-related injuries EXCEPT

apply heat at the injury site

Diet pills contain ingredients such as caffeine, and can therefore act in what way on the body?

as a stimulant

Which compound that was formerly used in building materials such as insulation has been found to be the cause of certain cancers and lung diseases?

asbestos

Suicide prevention techniques include

asking directly if the person intends to hurt himself or herself

The minimum amount of energy the body uses to maintain vital functions is known as the

basal metabolic rate

Using electronic devices before bed may disrupt sleep patterns for all of the following reasons EXCEPT the

beeping sounds they sometimes produce

The most popular form of LSD is

blotter acid that is swallowed or chewed

Bath salts

can produce anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, and paranoia when used at high doses

A standard rum and cola will be absorbed faster than a 5-ounce glass of wine because

carbonation causes the pyloric valve to relax

Stress has been associated with increased blood pressure and inflammatory responses. These are most closely associated with an increased risk for

cardiovascular disease

All of the following statements regarding cell phones are true EXCEPT

cell phone use has been proven to pose a clear risk of human tissue damage

The definition of the term family

changes over time

An ongoing state of physiological arousal in response to stressors is known as

chronic stress

The last stage of liver disease that can result from years of heavy drinking is

cirrhosis

Sleep disorders can be diagnosed through a(n)

clinical sleep study

Warning signs of suicide include all of the following EXCEPT

compulsion to repeatedly perform rituals

In relationships, the process of resolving differences peacefully and creatively is

conflict resolution

When Marlon gets adequate sleep the night before his intramural basketball games, he has more energy and can run faster and perform better. This can be attributed to

conservation of body energy during sleep

Which of the following would assess muscular endurance?

counting number of repeated sit-ups

The Russian hacking of polling software during the 2016 U.S. elections is an example of

cybercrime

Jason doesn't see that his addiction to heroin is self-destructive. He is experiencing

denial

Which environmental factor encourages us to increase our food consumption?

easy access to high-calorie foods in stores and restaurants

One of the keys to eating well in college is to

eat a complete breakfast

One of the most important goals of Healthy People 2020 is to

eliminate health disparities and improve the health of all population groups.

An awareness of what others might be going through is called

empathy

Calories from saturated fats and/or added sugars in foods that have little or no nutritional value, such as sausages and ice cream, are called

empty calories

Carol believes that she sleeps reasonably well at night, yet she feels chronically sluggish and frequently nods off during classes. Carol is most likely experiencing

excessive daytime sleepiness

Psychologically healthy people

feel comfortable interacting with others

Which of the following is NOT a common sign of major depression?

feeling highly energetic

The average number of births a female in a given population has during her reproductive years is the

fertility rate

The following are all tips for mindful eating EXCEPT:

finish all of the food on your plate

A sprained ankle should be iced

for 20 minutes every hour for the first 24 to 72 hours.

To replenish vital energy stores, which of the following would be particularly helpful?

getting more sleep and "down time"

The form of a sugar that is stored in the liver and muscles and broken down when the body requires a burst of energy is

glycogen

An Air Quality Index of 50 indicates that the air quality is

good

Howard is 88 years old and in excellent health. All his life, he has thrived on just 5 hours of sleep a night. The most likely explanation for Howard's good health despite his lifelong short sleep habit is that he

has a genetic variant affecting his circadian rhythm.

Falls are the most common cause of

head injury

The least serious form of heat-related illness is

heat cramps

Chemicals used to kill weeds and other vegetation are

herbicides

The ideal cholesterol ratio for an individual would include

high HDL and low LDL

When developing a strength-training program, if you want to increase muscular strength, you need

high intensity and fewer repetitions and sets

Heroine has a

high potential for addiction and no medical use

The physiological state in which all body systems are in balance and functioning normally is

homeostasis

Driving while drowsy is a form of

impaired driving

How does sleep deprivation affect drivers?

impairs motor skills

Studies associate mindfulness with

improvements in memory

the ozone layer is

in the stratosphere and protects the planet from UVB radiation.

A person's exercise metabolic rate (EMR) will increase if he or she

increases the activity level from light to moderate.

The over-the-counter version of the drug orlistat, marketed as Alli, has a number of unpleasant side effects but works to promote weight loss by

inhibiting the digestion of fat

According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, love involves

intimacy, passion, and commitment

Beth works part-time as a waitress and receives no health insurance benefits from her employer. She purchased insurance under the Affordable Care Act, but the policy has a $5,000 annual deductible. Beth

is likely to delay care that she needs

The expected number of years of life remaining at a given age, such as at birth, is known as

life expectancy

Which health model views treating disease through medications and surgery as the surest way to improve health?

medical model

The growth of Internet dating has made it easier to

meet people outside your proximity

A sedentary lifestyle, overuse of caffeine, and risky sexual practices are examples of

modifiable determinants of health

Campus law enforcement officers now have

more staff and increased authority to prosecute offenders

A person's bone structure is an example of a(n)

non modifiable determinant

Cultural beliefs that can be considered societal causes of violence include

objectifying women

The principle of fitness training that holds that the body should be gradually required to do more than it is used to doing is

overload

The dimension of physical health encompasses the ability to

perform activities of daily living

A type of mental illness that involves inflexible patterns of thought that, in many cases, lead to socially distressing behavior is a(n)

personality disorder

Gavin downloads a new workout song every time he completes his week's exercise goal. This action is an example of

positive reinforcement

Mrs. J. is trying to get her third-grade students to remember to have their homework signed by a parent before bringing it to class. Students who remember every day for a month receive a gift card from a local bookstore. This is an example of a(n)

possessional reinforcer

A person who experiences flashbacks after a violent mugging might be suffering from

post traumatic stress disorder

Washing your hands before eating is an example of disease

prevention

Jake is being treated for depression by a medical doctor who provides talk therapy and has also prescribed medication for his condition. Which type of mental health professional is Jake seeing?

psychiatrist

Which type of drug is defined as having the potential to alter a person's mood or behavior?

psychoactive drug

Marijuana is administered therapeutically for all of the following reasons EXCEPT

reduce appetite for weight control

Jim was successful at meeting his exercise goal and rewarded himself by taking a three-day vacation at a golf resort. This is an example of a

reinforcing behavior

Therapeutic communities are a type of

residential treatment

After Julia discovers a suggestive e-mail her boyfriend sent to another woman, she considers how to confront him about it. Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome applies to this situation?

resistance

Jose's belief that he can successfully pass his biology midterm is an example of

self efficacy

Luci has worked as a customer service representative for two years. She believes that this job has improved her ability to cope with a variety of stressful situations and is confident in her ability to do so. Luci is exhibiting which of the following personality traits?

self efficacy

Daniel has been involved in four sexually exclusive relationships over the past six years. This is an example of

serial monogamy

Which theory holds that our bodies fight to maintain our weight within a particular narrow range?

set point theory

General pain that occurs below the knee and above the ankle is called

shin splints

The difference between hours of sleep needed and actual hours slept is

sleep debt

The change model based on three factors (social environment, thoughts and feelings, and behaviors) in interaction with each other is known as the

social cognitive model

Which exercise technique involves working to slowly and gradually lengthen a muscle or group of muscles?

static stretching

All of the following medications can cause drowsiness EXCEPT

stimulants

Which of the following BEST describes a Type C personality?

stoic

A colorless gas that dissolves in water vapor to form acid and is emitted from coal-fired power plants is

sulfur dioxide

For an aerobic exercise such as a Latin dance class, which measurement would you use to confirm that you are working at 64 percent to 96 percent of your maximal heart rate for improved cardiorespiratory fitness?

target heart rate

Smog is MOST likely to form in areas that experience

temperature inversions

Which phase of the cycle of violence is typically characterized by anger, abusive language, and psychological aggression?

tension building

To lose weight and reduce her risk for high blood pressure, Ingrid has been following an eating plan that has been rated the number-one best overall diet. It emphasizes intake of fruits and vegetables, lean protein, whole grains, and low-fat dairy. Ingrid is most likely following

the DASH diet

Experts analyze the carrying capacity of the earth to figure out

the maximum population the earth can support

Jade's heart races and she cannot think of anything to say when the cute guy in class sits next to her. This is an example of

the stress response

When liquid oils are hydrogenated,

trans-fatty acids are produced

Emotions or situations that cause a person to make unhealthy eating choices are

triggers

Chelsea occasionally takes aspirin to relieve a headache. Chelsea is

using an over-the-counter (OTC) drug

A person who avoids all foods and food products of animal origin, including dairy and eggs, is a

vegan

The achievement of the highest level of health possible in each of several dimensions is

wellness

River has been on and off four different diets in the past year, losing and then regaining weight. She now weighs more than she did when she began dieting a year ago. River is engaging in

yo-yo dieting

Which of the following forms of exercise focuses attention on controlled breathing and employs strengthening postures known as asanas?

yoga

You are most likely to listen BEST when

you believe the speaker is saying something you can relate to

Self-disclosure can be a double-edged sword because

you risk the possibility that the other person will reject you