HWP240 FINAL REVIEW

Silvio wants to eat a healthy meal in the college dining hall. Which of the following choices is the BEST thing he can order? A. Salad made up of lettuce and creamy dressing B. Fried chicken in mushroom sauce C. Baked potato with salsa D. Apple and a donut

BAKED POTATO WITH SALSA

The amount of energy the body uses at complete rest is known as the A. resting metabolic rate. B. basal metabolic rate. C. metabolic balance. D. caloric restriction.

BASAL METABOLIC RATE

One medium fruit serving is about the size of a(n) A. checkbook. B. golf ball. C. baseball. D. egg.

BASEBALL

The loss or deprivation experienced by a person when a loved one dies is known as A. guilt. B. bereavement. C. coping. D. acceptance.

BEREAVEMENT

Removal of tissue and microscopically examining it to determine if cancer is present is a A. biopsy. B. endoscopy. C. colonoscopy. D. PSA test.

BIOPOSY

Which of the following is a social contributor to sexual violence?

BLAMING THE VICTIM

Uncontrolled diabetes can increase the risk of A. liver cancer. B. blindness. C. brain tumors. D. skin cancer.

BLINDNESS

All of the following are ways to measure the intensity of cardiovascular exercise EXCEPT A. target heart rate. B. talk test. C. blood gas analysis. D. rating of perceived exertion.

BLOOD GAS ANALYSIS

Which of the following characteristics would be consistent with a diagnosis of metabolic syndrome in an adult female? A. Blood pressure of 155/90 B. Fasting blood glucose of 80 mg/dL C. HDL of 60 D. Waist measurement of 30 inches

BLOOD PRESSURE OF 155/90

The most popular form of LSD is A. a powder that is snorted. B. blotter acid that is swallowed or chewed. C. a pill that is swallowed. D. a liquid that is injected into the veins.

BLOTTER ACID THAT IS SWALLOWED OR CHEWED

Phillip was involved in a car crash and placed on a respirator. After his family had the respirator removed, he was nonresponsive, with no reflexes and a flat EEG. These vital signs indicate Phillip has experienced A. brain death. B. hyperthermic death. C. myocardial death. D. hypothermic death.

BRAIN DEATH

Which of the following is TRUE about radiation and cancer? A. Ionizing radiation has been proven safe. B. Ionizing radiation is the only form of radiation proven to cause cancer. C. Exposure to radon has not been shown to increase the risk of cancer. D. Ultraviolet radiation exposure does not increase cancer risk.

IONIXING RADIATION IS THE ONLY FORM OF RADIATION PROVEN TO CAUSE CANCER

Long-term exposure to formaldehyde can lead to A. eye and skin irritations. B, memory loss, anxiety, and depression. C. circulatory problems. D. cancer and central nervous system disorders.

CANCER AND CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM DISORDERS

Which of the following provides a ready source of energy for daily activities? A. Carbohydrates B. Proteins C. Fats D. Water

CARBOHYDRATES

Air pollutants regulated by the Clean Air Act include all of the following EXCEPT A. sulfur dioxide. B. carbon monoxide. C. particulates. D. carbon dioxide.

CARBON DIOXIDE

The primary greenhouse gas is A. nitrous oxide. B. carbon dioxide. C. hydrochlorazine. D. methane.

CARBON DIOXIDE

Motor vehicle exhaust is a source of which odorless, colorless gas that also contributes to the formation of smog? A. Carbon monoxide B. Nitrogen dioxide C. Carbon dioxide D. Sulfur dioxide

CARBON MONOXIDE

Which of the following is NOT true about alcohol absorption? A. Alcohol can be diffused from the stomach lining into the bloodstream. B. Almost 80 percent of alcohol is absorbed in the small intestine. C. Alcohol can be absorbed throughout the entire gastrointestinal system. D. Carbonated alcoholic beverages are absorbed less rapidly than those containing no sparkling additives.

CARBONATED ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE ABSORBED LESS RAPIDLY THEN THOSE CONTAINING NO SPARKLING ADDITIVES

A standard rum and cola will be absorbed faster than a 5-ounce glass of wine because A. carbonation causes the pyloric valve to relax. B. carbonated beverages have less alcohol. C. a rum and cola has more alcohol than the glass of wine. D. distilled beverages are absorbed more slowly than nondistilled.

CARBONATION CAUSES PYLORIC VALVE TO RELAX

Which of the following is a cancer that occurs in epithelial tissues? A. Lymphoma B. Carcinoma C. Sarcoma D. Leukemia

CARCINOMA

Homocystene is an amino acid that when found at high levels in the blood may indicate an increased risk of A. Alzheimer's disease. B. cardiovascular disease. C. Parkinson's disease. D. cancer.

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

All of the following statements regarding the safety of cell phones are true EXCEPT A. radio frequency energy from cell phones can penetrate your body. B. cell phones pose a clear risk of human tissue damage. C. for the highest level of safety, it is best to use a hands-free device. D. research has shown no relationship between cell phone usage and cancer.

CELL PHONES POSE A CLEAR RISK OF HUMAN TISSUE DAMAGE

Carrying an excessive amount of body fat around the waist, which is a risk factor for diabetes, is a condition known as A. rapid weight gain. B. central cellulite storage. C. central adiposity. D. gastrointestinal adiposity.

CENTRAL ADIPOSITY

A Pap test is used to screen women for A. cervical cancer. B. ovarian cancer. C. breast cancer. D. sexually transmitted diseases.

CERVICAL CANCER

Which of the following occurs within 24 hours of quitting smoking? A. Chance of heart attack decreases. B. Coughing deceases. C. Circulation improves. D. Cilia regrow in the lungs.

CHANCE OF HEART ATTACK DECREASES

The definition of a family and its members

CHANGES OVER TIME

Nonmodifiable factors for CVD include all of the following EXCEPT A. heredity. B. gender. C. race. D. cholesterol levels.

CHOLESTEROL LEVELS

The major risk factor for chronic bronchitis is A. a history of allergies. B. a family history of lung disease. C. cigarette smoking. D. dust and pollen in the air.

CIGARETTE SMOKING

The last stage of liver disease that can result from years of heavy drinking is A. alcoholic hepatitis. B. hepatic amyloidosis. C. fibrosis. D. cirrhosis.

CIRRHOSIS

Nicotine paralyzes the cilia on the surfaces of upper respiratory passages and prevents it from A. enhancing ventilation. B. increasing circulation. C. cleaning out foreign matter. D. stimulating the cough reflex.

CLEANING OUT FOREIGN MATTER

You fell asleep at your desk after studying for more than 4 hours. You suddenly wake up, are sweating, and have a stabbing pain behind your left eye. You are probably experiencing A. a cluster headache. B. a migraine headache. C. post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). D. a tension headache.

CLUSTER HEADACHE

When two partners in an intimate relationship live together without being married, this is

COHABITATION

The release of particles and electromagnetic rays from atomic nuclei during the normal process of disintegration produces A. cell phone radiation. B. nonionizing radiation. C. ionizing radiation. D. microwave radiation.

IONIZING RADIATION

Experts suspect that ulcerative colitis may be caused by all of the following EXCEPT A. genetic factors. B. food-borne illness. C. allergy in the GI tract. D. irritable bowel syndrome.

IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME

A reduction in the heart's oxygen supply is a condition known as A. angina pectoris. B. ischemia. C. atherosclerosis. D. myocardial infarction.

ISCHEMIA

Which of the following is TRUE about psilocybin? A. It is the active chemical in a type of grass. B. Its physical effects wear off in 1-2 hours. C. It can cause hallucinations. D. It is similar to marijuana in its physical effects.

IT CAN CAUSE HALLUCINATIONS

The body adapts to prolonged fasting or carbohydrate deprivation by converting body fat to ketones to be used as fuel for brain cells, a process known as A. ketosis. B. ketogenesis. C. hyperplasia. D. stenosis

KETOGENESIS

A vegetarian who eats dairy products and eggs is called a A. pesco-vegetarian. B. lacto-vegetarian. C. lacto-ovo-vegetarian. D. semivegetarian.

LACTO-OVO-VEGETARIAN

Regular aerobic exercise can reduce which type of cholesterol known as "bad cholesterol"? A. HDLs B. LDLs C. Triglycerides D. Essential lipids

LDLS

After a night of heavy drinking, John still appears sober while his friends are obviously intoxicated. It is likely that John has developed A. alcoholic acceptance. B. nonalcoholic personality. C. learned behavioral tolerance. D. alcohol consumption tolerance.

LEARNED BEHAVIORAL TOLERANCE

A key characteristic associated with social physique anxiety is A. an over-reliance on counseling or therapy. B. avoidance of issues associated with appearance. C. a pattern of yo-yo dieting. D. less ability to function in social interactions and relationships.

LESS ABILITY TO FUNCTION IN SOCIAL INTERACTIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS

Chewing tobacco can lead to a condition characterized by leathery white patches inside the mouth known as A. oral cancer. B. alcoholic hepatitis. C. leukoplakia. D. leukemia.

LEUKOPLAKIA

The human body does not excrete polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) but instead stores them in the A. heart and lungs. B. kidneys and pancreas. C. liver and fatty tissues. D. gall bladder and muscles.

LIVER AND FATTY TISSUE

Hepatitis B can lead to A. liver cancer. B. kidney disease. C. heart disease. D. skin cancer.

LIVER CANCER

Which of the following gambling activities is the most common among college students? A. Lottery B. Card games C. Sports betting D. Russian roulette

LOTTERY

Metabolic syndrome is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT A. fat deposits in the abdomen. B. insulin resistance. C. elevated triglycerides. D. low blood pressure.

LOW BLOOD PRESSURE

Which of the following plays a major role in the body's immune response? A. Red blood cells B. Lymphocytes C. Blood pressure D. Lung capacity

LYMPHOCYTES

Which of the following is a cancer that occurs in the infection-fighting regions of the body? A. Lymphoma B. Carcinoma C. Sarcoma D. Leukemia

LYMPHOMA

Lawrence is frustrated because his vision is no longer sharp enough to do crossword puzzles. He probably has A. cataracts. B. glaucoma. C. macular degeneration. D. retinitis.

MACULAR DEGENERATION

Which diagnostic test is used to identify heart muscle damage caused by a heart attack? A. Angiography B. Computed tomography C. Magnetic resonance imaging D. Positron emission tomography

MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING

Which of the following would NOT be good advice for someone who is purchasing running shoes? A. Make sure to try them on later in the day when feet have expanded. B. Make sure the shoes are made specifically for running. C. Make sure the shoes have good shock absorption. D. Make sure there is no extra room in the toe box.

MAKE SURE THERE IS NO EXTRA ROOM IN THE TOE BOX

Gastric bypass is considered a(n) A. restrictive surgery. Correct B. malabsorbtion surgery. C. cardiovascular surgery. D. elimination surgery.

MALABSORPTION SURGERY

The most lethal form of skin cancer is A. metastatic sarcoma. B. squamous cell carcinoma. C. basal cell carcinoma. D. malignant melanoma.

MALIGNANT MELANOMA

All of the following are considered variant sexual behaviors EXCEPT

MASTURBATION

The difference between surgical and medication abortions is that

MEDICATION ABORTIONS ARE PREFORMED WITHOUT ENTERING THE UTERUS

Which bacterial infection affects the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord and for which college students living in dormitories are at a higher risk than other populations? A. Tuberculosis B. Pneumonia C. Meningitis D. Influenza

MENINGITIS

One of the health problems associated with the female athlete triad is amenorrhea, which is a lack of A. menstrual periods. B. calcium. C. iron. D. fertility.

MENSTRUAL PERIODS

The effects of fetal alcohol syndrome include A. mental retardation. B. abnormally large head size. C. Down's syndrome. D. passive and calm behavior.

MENTAL RETARDATION

A cluster of six conditions that strongly increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes is known as A. cardiovascular disease. B. pre-diabetes. C. central adiposity. D. metabolic syndrome.

METABOLIC SYNDROME

A biopsy reveals that a woman who has had breast cancer now has cancer in her lymph nodes. The process of cancer spreading from one organ or body area to others is A. metastasis. B. transference. C. transvergence. D. malignance.

METASTSIS

All of the following drugs are used to treat heroin addiction EXCEPT A.methadone. B. naltrexone (Trexan). C. buprenorphine (Temgesic). D. methamphetamine.

METHAPHETAMINE

Which of the following populations in the United States is at higher risk for obesity? A. Mexican American men B. Hispanic Black women C. Asian American women D. non-Hispanic white men

MEXICAN AMERICAN MEN

Ecstasy is a stimulant and a(n) A. mild hallucinogen. B. powerful hallucinogen. C. narcotic. D. anesthetic.

MILD HALLUCINAGIN

All the following are good sources of complex carbohydrates EXCEPT A. oatmeal. B. spinach. C. carrots. D. milk.

MILK

An individual whose BMI is 42 would be classified as A. overweight. B. obese. C. morbidly obese. D. super obese.

MORBIDLY OBESE

Campus law enforcement officers now have

MORE STAFF AND INCREASED AUTHORITY

The average person in the United States generates how many pounds of municipal solid waste each day? A. More than 4 B. More than 6 C. More than 8 D. More than 10

MORE THAN 4

Which of the following is NOT true about illicit drugs? A. Illicit drugs may be manufactured illegally. B. Illicit drugs are psychoactive. C. Laws regarding illicit drugs differ from state to state. D. Most illicit drugs are not considered to be harmful.

MOST ILLICIT DRUGS ARE NOT CONSIDERED TO BE HARMFUL

Type 1 diabetes A. most often appears during childhood or adolescence. B. results in a temporary increase in insulin production. C. results in an enhanced immune system. D. is also called non-insulin-dependent diabetes.

MOST OFTEN APPEARS DURING CHILDHOOD OR ADOLESCENCE

Which of the following is TRUE about the elderly and alcohol abuse? A. Most older adults who consume alcohol are social drinkers. B. The rate of alcoholism is higher in the elderly as compared to younger generations. C. Elderly women are more likely to abuse alcohol than their male counterparts. D. More than 90 percent of older men drink at least occasionally.

MOST OLDER ADULTS WHO CONSUME ALCOHOL ARE SOCIAL DRINKERS

The cultural practice of waiting a year after the death of a spouse to begin dating is an example of A. social death. B. expressed grief. C. mourning. D. thanatology.

MOURNING

Marijuana today is A. not subject to state or federal drug laws. B. not able to be orally ingested. C. less of a health risk than it used to be. D. much more potent than it was in the 1960s.

MUCH MORE POTENT THAN IT WAS IN THE 1960'S

A disorder in which men take extreme measures to change their body because they believe they are either too fat or not muscular enough is A. muscle atrophy. B. anorexia nervosa. C. hyperplasia. D. muscle dysmorphia.

MUSCLE DYSMORPHIA

A new growth of tissue that serves no physiological purpose is a A. benign cyst. B. neoplasm. C. malignant tumor. D. scar tissue.

NEOPLASM

Which nicotine replacement product requires a prescription? A. Nicotine nasal spray B. Nicotine lozenges C. Nicotine patch D. Nicotine gum

NICOTINE NASAL SPRAY

Electric utilities and motor vehicles emit A. nitrogen dioxide. B. carbon dioxide. C. hydrochlorazine. D. hydrocarbons.

NITROGEN DIOXIDE

Acid deposition mainly consists of airborne deposits of sulfur dioxide and A. carbon monoxide. B. nitrogen oxides. C. ozone. D. lead.

NITROGEN OXIDES

When trying to ensure clean air in your home, sources of pollution to look for include all of the following EXCEPT A. radon. B. asbestos. C. formaldehyde. D. nitroglycerine.

NITROGLYCERINE

Steve and Janelle are friends. When they meet weekly for coffee, they greet each other with a hug. This is an example of

NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION

Kissing and erotic touching are examples of

NONVERBAL SEXUAL COMMUNICATION

The accident that results when the temperature in the core of a nuclear reactor increases enough to melt the fuel and breach the containment vessel is called a A. nuclear fire. B. nuclear breach. C. nuclear explosion. D. nuclear meltdown.

NUCLEAR MELTDOWN

An individual who is 22 percent above his or her ideal weight would be classified as A. average. B. overweight. C. obese. D. morbidly obese.

OBESE

All of the following individuals would be at an increased risk for osteoporosis EXCEPT a(n) A. smoker. B. obese man. C. alcoholic. D. petite, small-boned woman.

OBESE MAN

Which of the following foods should be part of a heart-healthy diet? A. steak B. olive oil C. bacon D. butter

OLIVE OIL

Testicular cancer is A. a form of cancer that exhibits no visible signs. B. declining among males in the United States. C. one of the most curable forms of cancer. D. increasing the most among men over 65.

ONE OF THE MOST CURABLE FORM OF CANCER

How many adult Americans suffer from some type of cardiovascular disease? A. one out of five B. one out of four C. one out of three D. one out of two

ONE OUT OF THREE

Morphine, codeine, and heroin are all A. available over the counter. B. opioids. C. amphetamines. D. available by prescription.

OPIODS

Which form of hormonal birth control works transdermally?

ORTHO EVRA

An example of a point source water pollutant is A. runoff from a construction site. B. outflow from a sewage treatment plant. C. weed-killer used on lawns. D. leakage from a septic tank.

OUT FLOW FROM SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANTS

Alicia doesn't eat meat, cheese, or eggs. She is making her shopping list for the week and wants to make sure that she buys beans, nuts, grains, and seeds to meet her protein needs. Combining two or more of these plant sources in a meal will provide her with A. simple carbohydrates. B. complementary proteins. C. resistant proteins. D. omega-3 fats.

COMPLEMENTARY PROTIENS

Marta collects kitchen scraps and yard clippings in a bin outside of her home to create this soil enhancement for her garden. She is A. recycling. B. composting. C. combusting. D. source reducing.

COMPOSTING

Compulsive buying disorder is often associated with A. compulsive eating. B. compulsive exercise. C. compulsive lying. D. compulsive borrowing.

COMPULSIVE BORROWING

Which of the following is an example of a process addiction? A. Compulsive gambling B. Regular Internet use C. Alcoholism D. A disciplined exercise routine

COMPULSIVE GAMBELING

The fertilization of an ovum by a sperm is

CONCEPTION

A form of alcohol that metabolizes slowly and produces toxic byproducts is a(n) A. ethyl alcohol product. B. congener. C. distilled alcohol product. D. intoxicator.

CONGENER

Over-the-counter drugs commonly abused by teens and young adults include A. pain relievers, muscle relaxants, and sleep aids. B. diuretics, vitamins, and diet aids. C. cough and cold medicines and diet and sleep aids. D. antacids, pain relievers, and diet aids.

COUGH AND COLD MEDICINES, DIET PILLS AND SLEEP AIDS

Diaphragms

CREATE A PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL BARRIER TO SPERM

The development of a tolerance to one drug that reduces the effects of another similar drug is A. antagonism. B. synergism. C. intolerance. D. cross-tolerance.

CROSS TOLERANCE

The weight loss drugs Redux and Pondimin (also known as fen-phen) were recalled after FDA approval and widespread use because they were found to A. produce drastic ketosis. B. damage heart valves. C. cause cancer. D. damage the gastrointestinal tract.

DAMAGE HEART VALVES

Sound is measured in A. amps. B. watts. C. decibels. D. candelas.

DECIBELS

The decrease in estrogen seen with the female athlete triad contributes to A. decreased bone mineral density only. B. low energy intake. C. amenorrhea only. D. decreased bone mineral density and amenorrhea.

DECREASED BONE MINERAL DENSITY AND AMENORRHEA

The use of force to control and maintain power over another person in the home environment is

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Common myths that contribute to negative body image include all of the following EXCEPT A. how you look is more important than who you are. B. appearance is more important than health. C. eating healthy and staying active is an effective weight loss strategy. D. anyone can be slender if they work at it.

EATING HEALTHY AND STAYING ACTIVE IS AN EFFECTIVE WEIGHT LOSS STRADEGY

When a fertilized egg is implanted outside the uterus, usually in a fallopian tube, this causes which dangerous condition?

ECTOPIC PREGNANCY

A social norms approach to reducing alcohol consumption would involve A. motivational speakers with recovery messages. B. efforts to change the perceived frequency of drinking on campus. C. brief interventions with addicts' friends and counselors. D. using traditional celebrations to encourage patterns of alcohol use.

EFFORTS TO CHANGE THE PERCEIVED FREQUENCY OF DRINKING ON CAMPUS

Emily and Rosa are close friends who are able to share their feelings freely, providing support and reassurance. This example demonstrates their

EMOTIONAL AVAILABILITY

A disease associated with smoking in which alveoli are destroyed is known as A. chronic bronchitis. B. emphysema. C. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. D. hepatitis.

EMPHYSEMA

The common cold is always present in the population, meaning that it is A. pandemic. B. virulent. C. endemic. D. epidemic.

ENDEMIC

A cause of infertility in which uterine tissue is implanted outside the uterus and blocks the fallopian tubes is

ENDOMETRIOSIS

When romance lasts beyond the four-year mark, which chemicals in the body give lovers a sense of security, peace, and calm?

ENDORPHINS

A muscle's ability to perform contractions for a length of time is muscle A. flexibility. B. strength. C. endurance. D. extension.

ENDURANCE

Increases in the planet's temperature over the past few decades can be attributed to A. acid rain. B. excess carbon monoxide. C. the increased use of chlorofluorocarbons. D. the enhanced greenhouse effect.

ENHANCED GREENHOUSE EFFECT

A construction company used asbestos on many job sites over the years. Asbestos is a(n) A. widely used dye. B. radioactive material. C. environmental carcinogen. D. pesticide.

ENVIRONMENTAL CARCINOGEN

The duct system atop the testes where sperm reach maturity is the

EPIDIDYMIS

Anabolic steroids are a type of A. hallucinogenic drug. B. anti-psychotic drug. C. ergogenic drug. D. testosterone-reducing drug.

ERGOGENIC DRUG

An addictive drug produced by fermentation is A. ethyl alcohol. B. congener. C. cetaldehyde. D. dehydrogenase.

ETHYL ALCOHOL

Which of the following is TRUE about environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)? A. Adults are more heavily exposed to ETS than children. B. ETS is responsible for more lung cancer deaths than heart disease deaths annually. C. ETS exposure is higher among African Americans and low-income persons. D. ETS has fewer carcinogens, tar, and nicotine than mainstream smoke.

ETS EXPOSURE IS HIGHER AMONG AFRICAN AMERICANS AND LOW-INCOME PERSONS

A locavore is someone who makes a point of eating out in his or her own neighborhood. T/F

FALSE

An alcoholic beverage that is 80 proof would be 20 percent alcohol by volume. T/F

FALSE

An oral glucose tolerance test result of 150 mg/dL indicates that the individual is diabetic. T/F

FALSE

Antioxidants have been scientifically proven to slow the aging process. T/F

FALSE

Athletes who train too much are said to suffer from overload syndrome. T/F

FALSE

Basal metabolic rate is relatively stable throughout life. T/F

FALSE

Consuming alcohol is a way to stimulate sexual response.

FALSE

Depressants speed up neuromuscular activity and can increase focus and alertness. T/F

FALSE

Diaphragms can typically be purchased over the counter wherever condoms are sold.

FALSE

Eating disorders affect men and women equally. T/F

FALSE

Emphysema involves enlargement of the alveoli in the lungs. T/F

FALSE

Experts believe that the Epstein-Barr virus causes chronic fatigue syndrome. T/F

FALSE

Fats should make up less than 10% of daily calories consumed. T/F

FALSE

Friends are more influential in body image development than our parents. T/F

FALSE

Herpes can be cured in its early stages with proper antibiotic treatment. T/F

FALSE

If you strain a muscle during exercise, you should put heat packs on it when you get home to ease the pain and promote healing. T/F

FALSE

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an inflammatory bowel disease. T/F

FALSE

Male condoms were invented during the 19th century.

FALSE

Medication abortion using "the abortion pill" has fewer steps than the simplest surgical method.

FALSE

Most older people end up living in a nursing home. T/F

FALSE

One in four new mothers experience postpartum depression.

FALSE

Overseas adoptions cost less than domestic adoptions.

FALSE

People who breathe tobacco smoke from another person's cigarette are known as sidestream smokers. T/F

FALSE

The U.S. divorce rate has increased over the past several decades.

FALSE

The federal government established Superfund to provide money for water conservation efforts in certain communities. T/F

FALSE

The increase in type 2 diabetes risk is primarily due to genetic risk. T/F

FALSE

The media are to blame for the perpetuation of violence in our society.

FALSE

The new human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination prevents all types of HPV. T/F

FALSE

The presence of a gun in the home doubles the risk of a homicide occurring in that location.

FALSE

The prevalence of obesity is consistent across all subpopulations in the United States. T/F

FALSE

The terms HIV and AIDS are synonymous and can be used interchangeably. T/F

FALSE

Walking every day for 30 minutes will result in the loss of one pound of weight per week T/F

FALSE

Which of the following is TRUE about preeclampsia? A. It usually occurs in the first trimester. B. It is never a life-threatening condition for the fetus. C. Family history of preeclampsia on the man's or woman's side is a risk factor. D. The incidence of preeclampsia is higher for second- and third-time mothers.

FAMILY HISTORY OF PREECLAMPSIA ON THE MAN'S OR WOMAN'S SIDE IS A RISK FACTOR

Which of the following statements about college drinking is TRUE? A. Three-quarters of college students are classified as heavy episodic drinkers. B. The majority of college students drink alcohol on a daily basis. C. Few students experience negative consequences as a result of alcohol consumption. D. Female college students' alcohol consumption is now close to that of male college students.

FEMALE COLLEGE STUDENTS ALCOHOL CONSUPTION IS NOW CLOSE TO THAT OF A MALE

The average number of births a female in a given population has during her reproductive years is the A. conception rate. B. birth rate. C. fertility rate. D. reproductive rate.

FERTILITY RATE

High-fiber diets can help decrease the risk of all of the following EXCEPT A. colon cancer. B. heart disease. C. obesity. D. fibromyalgia.

FIBROMYALGIA

The range of motion that a joint or series of joints can achieve is A. flexibility. B. strength. C. endurance. D. extension.

FLEXIBILITY

A sprained ankle should be iced A. every two hours for the first 24 hours. B. three times a day for the first 24 to 72 hours. C. for 20 minutes every hour for the first 24 to 72 hours. D. every hour for the first 24 hours.

FOR 20 MINS EVERY HOUR

You have been looking at numerous new homes. The nausea and fatigue you are attributing to the stress of buying a new house may actually be due to exposure to A. asbestos. B. carbon monoxide. C. formaldehyde. D. radon.

FORMALDEHYDE

Candidiasis is which type of infection? A. Fungal B. Viral C. Protozoan D. Bacterial

FUNGAL

Which type of weight loss surgery involves a procedure that restricts stomach size to limit food intake? A. Adipose tissue removal B. Liposuction C. Gastric banding D. Gastric bypass

GASTRIC BANDING

The condition of elevated blood glucose levels during pregnancy is called A. gestational diabetes. B. fetal diabetes. C. pre-diabetes. D. type 1 diabetes.

GESTATIONAL DIABETES

After a relaxing week of backpacking and camping in the woods, during which you enjoyed drinking cool water from a creek, you have returned to school. Since you got back, you are experiencing abdominal cramps that won't go away. This condition is probably not the result of schoolwork overload, but rather something you picked up during your camping trip. You likely have A. malaria. B. trichomoniasis. C. giardiasis. D. fungi.

GIARDIASIS

Mikail is attempting to reduce his caffeine consumption. Which of the following drinks that he consumes daily has the highest amount of caffeine per serving? A. Black tea B. Regular cola C. Energy drink D. Gourmet coffee

GOURMET COFFEE

Gases that accumulate in the atmosphere and contribute to global warming by trapping heat near Earth's surface are A. ionizing gases. B. greenhouse gases. C. stratospheric gases. D. hydrocarbons.

GREENHOUSE

An emotional reaction to a significant loss is A. depression. B. bereavement. C. mourning. D. grief.

GREIF

Your 80-year-old aunt lives in an independent-living retirement center. She still has a very sharp memory. All of the following probably apply to her EXCEPT she A.has exercised regularly over the years. B. remains physically active even now. C. has never exercised and prefers to spend all of her time alone. D. keeps her mind active by reading and playing the piano.

HAS NEVER EXERCISED AND PREFERS TO SPEND ALL OF HER TIME ALONE

Being completely "cured" of cancer means that an individual A. has only a 10% chance of recurrence. B. has survived for five years. C. has no subsequent cancer and can expect to live a long and productive life. D. has only a 25% chance of recurrence.

HAS NO SUBSEQUENT CANCER AND CAN EXPECT TO LIVE A LONG AND PRODUCTIVE LIFE

According to research, which of the following is a protective factor that can influence students to avoid drugs? A. Mental health problems B. Positive expectations about drugs C. Sorority and fraternity membership D. Having a healthy social network

HAVING A HEALTHY SOCIAL NETWORK

A hypersensitivity to ragweed in bloom results in A. influenza. B. hay fever. C. asthma. D. seasonal respiratory syndrome.

HAY FEVER

Dietary supplements are generally NOT intended for which of the following groups of people? A. Pregnant women B. People on low-calorie weight loss diets C. Healthy individuals wanting to boost their energy levels D. Patients with malabsorption problems or other significant health issues

HEALTHY INDIVIDUALS WANTING TO BOOST THEIR ENERGY LEVELS

Mallory spent the summer working at a seafood restaurant in a small coastal town. While there, she began a relationship with a man she later discovered was a user of IV drugs. Now Mallory has hepatitis, which type is she most likely to have? A. hepatitis A B. hepatitis B C. hepatitis C D. hepatitis D

HEP B

Which type of infection can be contracted by sharing needles? A. Hepatitis B B. Hepatitis A C. HPV D. Hemophilia

HEP B

The ideal cholesterol ratio for an individual would include A. high HDL and high LDL. B. low HDL and low LDL. C. low HDL and high LDL. D. high HDL and low LDL.

HIGH HDL AND LOW LDL

An allergic reaction can trigger the release of which substance that produces allergy symptoms? A. Mucus B. Antibodies C. Antihistamine D. Histamine

HISTAMINE

Which of the following is TRUE regarding homicides? A. Homicides rates increase each year in the United States. B. Homicides are the second leading cause of death for persons aged 15 to 24. C. Homicide rates are about the same among white and nonwhite ethnic groups. D. Homicide rates in the United States have only been tracked since the 1980s.

HOMICIDE RATES ARE THE SECOND LEADING CAUSE OF DEATH FOR PERSONS AGED 15 TO 24

Bethany is 42 and has cervical cancer. It is probably related to an infection she had during her college years, which was A. hepatitis A. B. human papillomavirus (HPV). C. syphilis. D. Chlamydia.

HPV

The virus responsible for causing genital warts is A. hepatitis B. B. chlamydia. C. HPV. D. syphilis.

HPV

Cesarean sections are performed for all of the following reasons EXCEPT

IF THE MOTHER HAS DIABETES

To ensure its effectiveness, the BEST place to store a condom would be

IN THE BATHROOM STORAGE DRAWER AWAY

Which of the following statements is accurate about urinary incontinence? A. Incontinence is an inevitable part of aging. B. Most forms of incontinence are difficult to treat. C. Incontinence occurs in older men more frequently than in older women. D. Incontinence can lead to other problems such as tissue irritation and infections.

INCONTINENCE CAN LEAD TO OTHER PROBLEMS SUCH AS TISSUE IRRITATION AND INFECTIONS

Which of the following is a concern in regard to overpopulation? A. Increased amount of land used for agricultural purposes B. Increased levels of prosperity in developed nations C. Increased use of alternative fuels D. Increased fish stocks

INCREASED AMOUNT OF LAND USED FOR AGRICULTURAL PURPOSES

A healthy marriage contributes to reducing stress by

INCREASING FINANCIAL STABILITY AND EXPANDING NETWORKS

Exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease by all of the following EXCEPT A. improving blood flow. B. increasing LDL levels. C. increasing heart efficiency. D. increasing the number of capillaries.

INCREASING LDL LEVELS

The country projected to have the largest population by 2050 is A. China. B. India. C. Nigeria. D. Indonesia.

INDIA

Which of the following is NOT a bacterial infection or caused by a bacterial infection? A. Tuberculosis B. Lyme disease C. Meningitis D. Influenza

INFLUENZA

Through our relationships with others, we fulfill our needs for

INTIMACY, SOCIAL INTEGREGATION, AND NURTURANCE

Violence that occurs between two people in a current or former marriage or sexual or dating relationship is

INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE

When drugs combine in the body to produce extremely uncomfortable effects, this reaction is called drug A. antagonism. B. synergism. C. intolerance. D. cross-tolerance.

INTOLERANCE

There are only four body fluids that spread HIV. It takes ______ of vaginal fluids to spread HIV. A. 1 quart B. 1/2 cup C. 1 teaspoon D. 1 drop

1/2 CUP

What portion of the world's population is infected with tuberculosis (TB)? A. one-fifth B. one-fourth C. one-third D. one-half

1/3

An individual who is fasting will deplete his or her energy stores in about A. 2 days. B. 6 days. C. 10 days. D. 14 days.

10 DAYS

How many Americans suffer health disorders each year from smoking tobacco? A. 2 million B. 6 million C. 10 million D. 14 million

10 MILL

Earth's average temperature is expected to rise by a maximum of how much in the next 100 years? A. 2°F B. 5.5°F C. 8°F D. 11.5°F

11.5

One standard drink equals A. 12 ounces of beer or 1.5 ounces of 80 proof liquor. B. 10 ounces of wine or 1 ounce of 80 proof liquor. C. 16 ounces of beer or wine. D. 6 ounces of malt liquor or 8 ounces of beer.

12 OUNCES OF BEER OR 1.5 OUNCES OD 80 PROOF LIQUOR

Which of the following cholesterol profiles would NOT indicate an increased risk of coronary heart disease? A. Total cholesterol = 200; HDL = 40 B. Total cholesterol = 180; LDL = 135 C. Total cholesterol = 170; HDL = 70 D. Total cholesterol = 170; triglycerides = 160

170/70 (C)

What percentage of human cancers have been traced to infectious agents, primarily viruses, worldwide? A. 5 percent B. 10 percent C. 15 percent D. 20 percent

20 PERCENT

What percentage of Americans abstain from drinking alcohol? A. 11 percent B. 21 percent C. 31 percent D. 41 percent

21

What percentage of U.S. homes are estimated to have lead-based paint hazards? A. 10 percent B. 15 percent C. 20 percent D. 25 percent

25

Binge drinking is defined for the typical adult as A. 3 or more drinks for females or 4 or more drinks for males in about two hours. B. 4 or more drinks for females or 5 or more drinks for males in about two hours. C. 5 or more drinks for females or 6 or more drinks for males in about two hours. D. 5 or more drinks for both females and males in about two hours.

4 OR MORE DRINKS FOR FEMALES OR 5 OR MORE DRINKS FOR MALES IN TWO HOURS

Individuals with pre-diabetes are recommended to lose what percentage of current body weight? A. 3 to 5 percent B. 5 to 7 percent C. 7 to 9 percent D. 9 to 11 percent

5 TO 7

What is the percentage of alcohol in 100 proof whiskey? A. 80 percent B. 40 percent C. 50 percent D. 20 percent

50

What percentage of a person's body weight is water? A. 10 to 30 percent B. 30 to 50 percent C. 50 to 70 percent D. 70 to 90 percent

50 TO 70

Approximately what percentage of Americans consume alcoholic beverages regularly? A. 10% B. 25% C. 50% D. 75%

50%

What percentage of American couples between the ages of 55 and 70 engage in sexual activity? A. 30% B. 50% C. 60% D. 75%

50%

Mattie was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease at the age of 67. If she is like the average Alzheimer's disease patient, she will probably live to about A. 69. B. 73. C. 82. D. 87.

73

In hypothermia, death usually occurs when body core temperature drops to A. 75-80°F. B. 81-84°F. C. 87-89°F. D. 85-86°F.

75-80

What percentage of Americans will experience low back pain at some point in their life? A. Around 25 percent B. Around 45 percent C. Around 65 percent D. Around 85 percent

85

According to experts, what percentage of trash is recyclable? A. 35% B. 50% C. 75% D. 90%

90

What proportion of murder-suicides in the United States involve an intimate partner?

ABOUT THREE FOURTHS

How long does it take for a person's body to become accustomed to exercising in the heat? A. 4-5 days B. About a week C. About 2 weeks D. At least 3 weeks

ABOUT TWO WEEKS

Jade is pregnant. During a regular medical check-up, her physician discusses alcohol consumption. The physician will likely advise that she

ABSTAIN FROM ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION

The toxic chemical byproduct of alcohol metabolism that causes nausea and vomiting is called A. acetaldehyde. B. acetate. C. alcohol dehydrogenase. D. transacetate.

ACETALDEHYDE

In a state of diabetic ketoacidosis A. blood acidity is extremely low. B. acid levels in the blood are too high. C. the brain will not have sources of energy. D. kidney function will increase.

ACID LEVELS IN THE BLOOD ARE TOO HIGH

A document that stipulates a person's wishes about medical care that is used to make treatment decisions when the individual becomes unable to communicate his or her preferences is a(n) A. advance notice. B. advance directive. C. health care power of attorney. D. trust.

ADVANCE DIRECTIVE

Which of the following is TRUE about steroids? A.They are rarely used now due to tighter drug-testing policies in collegiate and pro sports. B. They are used more by women than men. C. They are used to produce a lean and streamlined physique and to enhance aerobic capacity. D. Adverse effects include mood swings, elevated cholesterol levels, acne, and hypertension.

ADVERSE EFFECTS INCLUDE MOOD SWINGS, ELEVATED CHOLESTEROL LEVELS, ACNE, AND HYPERTENSION

Which inexpensive device can be attached to faucets and showerheads to reduce water consumption? A. Filter B. Aerator C. Pump D. Gasket

AERATOR

Which of the following groups has the highest incidence of hypertension? A. Men under the age of 55 B. Women over 40 who have type 2 diabetes C. African Americans D. Asian Americans

AFRICAN AMERICANS

Which of the following is TRUE with respect to global health and alcohol use? A. Almost 4 percent of all deaths worldwide are attributed to alcohol. B. The highest consumption levels can be found in the developing world. C. Alcohol is a factor in 30 types of diseases and injuries. D. The lowest consumption levels are found in the Northern Hemisphere.

ALMOST 4% OF ALL DEATHS WORLDWIDE ARE ATTRIBUTED TO ALCOHOL

Among college students, which of the following illicit drugs has the highest usage rate? A. Cocaine B. Narcotics C. Hallucinogens D. Amphetamines

AMPHETAMINES

Which of the following BEST describes gender identity? A. The practice of behaving in a masculine or feminine way B. Interactions with others that teach us certain behaviors C. The manner in which we express masculinity or femininity on a daily basis D. Our personal sense of awareness of being masculine or feminine

OUT PERSONAL SENSE OF AWARENESS OF BEING MASCULINE OR FEMININE

Radiation exposure is measured in which of the following units (also called roentgens)? A. Radiation ionized units B. Radiation absorbed doses C. Radiation exposed doses D. Radiation frequency units

RADIATION ABSORBED DOSES

Sources of water contamination include all of the following EXCEPT A. gas and petroleum products. B. dioxins. C. radon. D. PCBs.

RADON

Which naturally occurring odorless, colorless gas seeps into homes and is the second-leading cause of lung cancer? A. Radon B. Asbestos C. Lead D. Mold

RADON

Key factors in mounting an immune response include all of the following EXCEPT A. antibodies. B. macrophages. C. lymphocytes. D. red blood cells.

RED BLOOD CELLS

What is "harm reduction" in the context of drug abuse programs? A. Increasing jail terms for drug abusers B. Reducing negative consequences of drug use C. Identifying drug "hot spots" in urban areas D. Increasing police protection in drug-use zones

REDUCING NEGATIVE CONSEQUENCES OF DRUG USE

Which of the following is a small form of bacteria carried by ticks that causes Rocky Mountain spotted fever? A. Ehrlichiosis B. Rickettsia C. Lyme disease D. Tuberculosis

RICKETTSIA

An infection during pregnancy that can cause blindness or hearing disorders in the infant is

RUBELLA

Which of the following is a cancer that occurs in bones, muscles, and/or connective tissue? A. Lymphoma B. Carcinoma C. Sarcoma D. Leukemia

SARCOMA

Dietary fats that are solid at room temperature are A. unsaturated. B. polyunsaturated. C. saturated. D. monounsaturated.

SATURATED

Which of the following is a major contributor to indoor air pollution? A. Secondhand smoke B. Mainstream smoke C. Carbon monoxide D. Carcinogens

SECONDHAND SMOKE

A healthy body image is a key indicator of a person's A. self-awareness. B. self-esteem. C. self-motivation. D. self-actualization.

SELF ESTEEM

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

SERIAL MONOGOMY

Any form of unwanted sexual attention is

SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Which of the following statements is TRUE of cocaine? A. It is a central nervous system depressant. B. It is an anesthetic and a stimulant. C. It can be used moderately as an antidepressant. D. It is available in only one form.

T IS AN ANESTHETIC AND STIMULANT

A rise in a woman's basal body temperature signals

THAT OVULATION HAS OCCURED

Emphysema is an irreversible respiratory disease in which A. the alveoli are destroyed. B. excess mucus is produced. C. the lungs become more elastic. D. there is not enough oxygen in the blood.

THE ALVEOLI ARE DESTROYED

Jean's hearing has diminished over the years. She probably has the most difficulty hearing A. conversation at the dinner table. B. the sermon at church. C. the cheerleaders' cheers at the basketball game. D. a conversation over the telephone.

THE CHEERLEADERS CHEER AT A BASKETBALL GAME

Which of the following is TRUE about the cycle of violence? A. In the remorse/reconciliation phase, the batterer tries to teach his spouse a lesson by inflicting severe pain. B. Most women can break the cycle without outside intervention. C. The cycle involves a tension-building phase during which the worst battering occurs. D. This cycle explains why people stay in unhealthy or dangerous relationships.

THE CYCLE EXPLAIN WHY PEOPLE STAY IN UNHEALTHY OR DANGEROUS RELATIONSHIPS

The first widely used birth control method for women was

THE DIAPHRAGM

If caught early, the prognosis for colon cancer is good because A. treatments are so advanced. B. the disease progresses slowly. C. it can be cured with diet. D. treatment can be delayed.

THE DISEASE PROGRESSES SLOWLY

Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons that prescription drug abuse is so common? A. The drugs are considered safer. B. The drugs are easily accessible. C. The drugs have fewer side effects. D. The drugs are relatively inexpensive.

THE DRUGS HAVE FEWER SIDE EFFECTS

Cathy, age 45, has developed a few wrinkles on her forehead and "crow's feet" around her eyes. This is primarily due to A. thinning of the skin. B. excess pigment accumulation under the skin. C. the effects of facial expressions over time. D. spending too much time in the sun.

THE EFFECTS OF FACIAL EXPRESSIONS OVER TIME

Which of the following is TRUE about the third trimester of pregnancy? A. It is the period during which the placenta becomes well established. B. The fetus grows the least during this trimester. C. The fetus must get large amounts of calcium, iron, and nitrogen from the food the mother consumes. D. It is the period during which the embryo differentiates and develops its various organ systems

THE FETUS MUST GET LARGE AMOUNTS OF CALCIUM, IRON, AND NITROGEN FROM THE FOOD THE MOTHER CONSUMES

The average healthy adult heart beats 70-80 beats per minute. A lower heart rate of 60 might indicate that A. the individual is very fit. B. a heart valve is malfunctioning. C. the individual is stressed. D. the individual is exercising vigorously.

THE INDIVIDUAL IS VERY FIT

Experts analyze the carrying capacity of the earth to figure out A. how to increase available resources. B. the earth's population over the next century. C. the maximum population the earth can support. D. how to ration resources for the existing population

THE MAX POPULATION THE EARTH CAN SUPPORT

Which of the following is TRUE about being single in the United States? A. The number of adults electing to remain single is increasing. B. Singles have trouble achieving intimacy with others. C. Most singles have a hard time finding fulfillment in life. D. The number of adults electing to remain single is decreasing.

THE NUMBER OF ADULTS ELECTING TO REMAIN SINGLE IS INCREASING

Adrian and Julia are expecting a baby in three months. Which of the following is TRUE regarding their relationship once the baby is born?

THEIR RELATIONSHIP WILL CHANGE ONCE THE BABY IS BORN

Which of the following countries has the largest "ecological footprint"? A. China B. India C. United States D. Australia

UNITED STATES

A person who avoids all foods and food products of animal origin, including dairy and eggs, is A. a lacto-ovo-vegetarian. B. a vegetarian. C. a vegan. D. a pesco-vegetarian

VEGAN

Vessels that carry to the heart are the A. veins. B. capillaries. C. arteries. D. chambers.

VEINS

The small veins are the A. ventricles. B. venules. C. atria. D. arterioles.

VENULES

The common cold is which type of infection? A. Fungal B. Viral C. Protozoan D. Staphylococcal

VIRAL

A grain that contains the bran, germ, and endosperm is a A. milled grain. B. refined grain. C. whole grain. D. raw grain.

WHOLE GRAIN

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of alcohol poisoning? A. Inability to be roused B. Weak, rapid pulse C. Yellowish tint to the skin D. Irregular breathing patterns

YELLOWISH TINT TO THE SKIN

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) was once referred to as A. Yuppie Flu. B. Crohn's disease. C. Epstein-Barr virus. D. Alzheimer's disease.

YUPPIE FLU

The reduction in alcohol-related driving fatalities since the 1980s is due to A. an increased number of rehabilitation facilities. B. zero tolerance laws and increased drinking age. C. less restrictive enforcement of laws in some states. D. a decreased drinking age in many states.

ZERO TOLERANCE LAWS AND INCREASED DRINKING AGE

The depressant effects of alcohol become apparent at a blood alcohol concentration of A. 0.02 percent. B. 0.08 percent. C. 0.10 percent. D. 0.15 percent.

.10 PERCENT

What is the ratio of obesity in U.S. children today? A. More than 1 in 9 children B. More than 1 in 8 children C. More than 1 in 7 children D. More than 1 in 6 children

1 IN 6

There are only four body fluids that spread HIV. It takes ______ of breast milk to spread HIV. A. 1 quart B. 1/2 cup C. 1 teaspoon D. 1 drop

1 QUART

There are only four body fluids that spread HIV. It takes ______ of semen to spread HIV. A. 1 quart B. 1/2 cup C. 1 teaspoon D. 1 drop

1 TEASPOON

New research suggests that migraines may be triggered within the brain itself as a result of A. vascular abnormalities. B. neurological abnormalities. C. a complex biochemical and inflammatory process. D. a combination of physiological and psychological factors.

A COMPLEX BIOCHEMICAL AND INFLAMMMATORY PROCESS

One reason exercise might decrease breast cancer risk is because of A. an increased metabolism. B. a decrease in body fat. C. the social support involved. D. an increase in self-esteem.

A DECREASE IN BODY FAT

Which of the following foods is the most nutrient-dense? A. A glass of whole milk B. A glass of low-fat milk C. A bowl of ice cream D. A stick of butter

A GLASS OF LOW FAT MILK

Which of the following is TRUE with respect to tumors? A. A benign tumor is always harmless, whereas a malignant tumor can be fatal. B. A malignant tumor is usually encapsulated and can metastasize. C. A benign tumor can invade surrounding tissue, producing mutant cells, but it will not metastasize. D. A malignant tumor can invade surrounding tissue, produce mutant cells, and metastasize.

A MALIGNANT TUMOR CAN INVADE SURROUNDING TISSUE, PRI=ODUCE MUTANT CELLS, AND METASRASIZE

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

A MONOGAMOUS RELATIONSHIP

Which of the following is TRUE about androgyny? A. Androgynous people follow traditional sexual roles. B. A person has feminine traits but tries to be a male. C. A person has a combination of both traditional masculine and feminine traits. D. A person has masculine traits but tries to be a female.

A PERSON HAS A COMBINATION OF BOTH TRADITIONSAL MASCULINE AND FEMININE TRATS

A key reason for the resurgence of measles and mumps infections is A. an increased mosquito population. B. a public backlash against vaccinations. C. the rise of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. D. poor sanitation and hygiene in certain areas.

A PUBLIC BACKLASH AGAINST VACCINATIONS

Smog tends to form in areas that experience A. high rainfall. B. dry conditions. C. a climate shift. D. a temperature inversion.

A TEMP INVERSION

The interaction of two or more drugs at the same receptor site in which one blocks the action of the other is A. antagonism. B. synergism. C. intolerance. D. cross-tolerance.

ANTAGONISM

Any substance that triggers an immune response is a(n) A. pathogen. B. antigen. C. antibody. D. toxin.

ANTIGEN

You suffer from hay fever. The BEST over-the-counter medication to treat your symptoms consists of A. antihistamines. B. aspirin. C. antacids. D. analgesics.

ANTIHISTAMINE

When blood levels of the hormone leptin rise A. appetite levels increase. B. you feel like exercising. C. appetite levels decrease. D. you can consume large amounts of food without gaining weight.

APPETITE LEVELS DECREASE

Smokeless tobacco users A. generally take longer to develop cancer after first use than smokers. B. are 10 times more likely to develop oral cancers than nonusers. C. are 50 times more likely to develop oral cancers than nonusers. D. have an easier time quitting than cigarette smokers.

ARE 50 TIMES MORE LIKELY TO DEVELOP ORAL CANCERS THAN NON USERS

Funeral rituals A. are a relatively recent phenomenon in Western societies. B. are not useful in helping survivors cope with their loss. C. always include a viewing of the body of the deceased. D. are found in all cultures.

ARE FOUND IN ALL CULTURES

People 65 and older make up what percentage of the U.S. population? A. Around 5 percent B. Around 9 percent C. Around 13 percent D. Around 20 percent

AROUND 13

All of the following are considered repetitive motion disorders EXCEPT A. bursitis. B. tendonitis. C. arthritis. D. ganglion cysts.

ARTHRITIS

The two upper chambers of the heart that receive blood are the A. ventricles. B. venules. C. atria. D. arterioles.

ATRIA

Which of the following can help prevent cardiovascular disease? A. Living a sedentary life B. Avoiding tobacco C. Eating a high-fat diet D. Raising LDL levels

AVOIDING TOBACCO

The level of which type of proteins in the blood rises during an inflammatory reaction? A. Polypeptide B. Amino acid C. Collagen D. C-reactive

C-REACTIVE

Which of the following is the LEAST likely effect of the baby boomer generation aging? A. It could overload and potentially bankrupt the Social Security system. B. It could create disparities in safe and affordable long-term care options. C. It could challenge the ability of the healthcare system to meet long-term needs. D. It could eliminate ethical and moral questions about the impact of aging on society

IT COULD ELIMINATE ETHICAL AND MORAL QUESTIONS ABOUT THE IMPACT OF AGING ON SOCIETY

Which of the following statements is TRUE about NuvaRing? A. It is left in place for 4 weeks. B. Even when used properly, it is much less effective than oral contraceptives. C. It exposes the user to a lower dose of estrogen than the combination pill. D. It requires the use of spermicide.

IT EXPOSES THE USER TO A LOWER DOSE OF ESTROGEN THAN THE COMBINATON PILL

Which of the following is TRUE about your family of origin? A. It includes the people who were living in the house during your first years of life. B. It includes cousins and relatives who were living in the same town during your first years of life. C. It includes your grandparents or other extended relatives who were living in another state during your first years of life. D. It includes any immediate family members, such as siblings, who were not living in the house during your first years of life.

IT INCLUDES THE PEOPLE WHO WERE LIVING IN THE HOUSE DURING YOUR FIRST YEARS OF LIFE

Which of the following is TRUE about self-disclosure? A. It mostly involves story telling. B. It involves sharing secrets and gossip about friends and acquaintances. C. It involves sharing feelings and information as a means of getting to know a person. D. It is a key element in unhealthy communication.

IT INVOLVES SHARING FEELINS AND INFORMATION AS A MEANS OF GETTING TO KNOW A PERSON

Which of the following is TRUE about acquaintance rape? A. It usually doesn't involve drugs or alcohol. B. It never occurs as the result of incidental contact at a party. C. It only occurs when the victim has known the perpetrator for a length of time. D. It is a crime of opportunity, not necessarily a prearranged date.

IT IS A CRIME OPPORTUNITY, NOT NECESSARILT A PREARRANGED DATE

Which of the following is TRUE about target heart rate? A. It is a measure of the heart rate after 20 minutes of exercise. B. It is a percentage of your maximum heart rate. C. It is the threshold level of exercise at which one cannot talk and exercise comfortably. D. It varies by a person's body weight.

IT IS A PERCENTAGE OF YOUR MAX HEART RATE

One problem with the BMI measurement is that A. it is an indirect estimate of body fat. B. it requires the use of special laboratory equipment. C. it takes too long to calculate. D. it cannot be used for children.

IT IS AN INDIRECT ESTIMATE OF BODY FAT

Which of the following is TRUE in regard to atherosclerosis? A. It is characterized by a buildup of substances within the arteries that form plaque. B. It is easily reversed with medication and exercise. C. It starts to develop after the age of 50. D, Males are much more likely to develop it than are women.

IT IS CHARACTERIZED BY A BUILDUP OF SUBSTANCES WITHIN THE ARTERIES THAT FORM PLAQUE

All of the following are true about cohabitation EXCEPT A. after a number of years it can constitute a common-law marriage. B. it can offer love, companionship, and sex. C. it may become legally binding. D. it is more common among people who are religious.

IT IS MORE COMMON AMONG PEOPLE WHO ARE RELIGIOUS

Which of the following is NOT true about the FemCap cervical cap? A. It is made of silicone and fits snugly over the cervix. B. It must be fitted by a medical practitioner. C. It must be kept in place at least 10 hours after intercourse. D. It can be removed, cleaned, and reinserted immediately.

IT MUST BE KEPT IN PLACE AT LEAST 10 HOURS AFTER INTERCOURSE

Which of the following is NOT true of methamphetamine? A. It can produce a high lasting over 8 hours when smoked. B. It is inexpensive and highly addictive. C. It takes long-term use to develop tolerance. D. It can be snorted, smoked, injected, or orally ingested.

IT TAKES LONG TERM USE TO DEVELOP A TOLERANCE

Which of the following is NOT true about a hangover? A. It is caused by toxic forms of alcohol known as congeners. B. It is caused by increased production hydrochloric acid. C. It is caused by a shift in water balance in the body. D. It usually takes 1-2 hours to recover from a hangover.

IT USUALLY TAKES 1-2 HOURS TO RECOVER FROM A HANGOVER

Which of the following is TRUE of drinking and driving? A. Forty percent of all traffic fatalities are alcohol-related. B. The majority of alcohol-impaired driving fatalities occurred in the 16- to 20-year-old age group. C. Over the last 20 years, the percentage of intoxicated drivers involved in fatal crashes has decreased. D. More than 50% of college students report that they have driven after consuming alcohol.

OVER THE LAST 20 YEARS, THE PERCENTAGE OF INTOXICATED DRIVERS INVOLVED IN FATAL CRASHES HAS DECREASED

The principle of fitness training that holds that the body should be gradually required to do more than it is used to doing is A. specificity. B. tension. C. overload. D. duration.

OVERLOAD

In a fitness program, increasing the amount of weight you lift over time is an example of the A. specificity principle. B. overload principle. C. reversibility principle. D. intensity principle.

OVERLOAD PRINCIPLE

Smog is sometimes called A. carbon monoxide pollution. B. ozone pollution. C. particulate pollution. D. sulfur dioxide pollution.

OZONE POLLUTION

Environmental cues such as drinking a cup of coffee or finishing a meal can induce a craving for nicotine; these cues are known as A. pairings. B. obstacles. C. temptations. D. stimulants.

PAIRINGS

A global outbreak of influenza is an example of a(n) A. trauma. B. plague. C. pandemic. D. epidemic.

PANDEMIC

The largest form of pathogen is A. fungi. B. parasitic worms. C. protozoa. D. bacteria.

PARASITIC WORMS

Which of the following is the leading cause of disability among Americans over the age of 50? A. Coronary heart disease B. Angina pectoris C. Peripheral artery disease D. Heart failure

PERIPHERAL ARTERY DISEASE

If you can perform regular moderate to vigorous levels of physical activity without excessive fatigue you are considered to be A. athletic. B. flexible. C. agile. D. physically fit.

PHYSICALLY FIT

Which form of exercise combines stretching with movement against resistance and often involves the use of devices such as tension springs or heavy rubber bands? A. Weight training B. Yoga C. Static stretching D. Pilates

PILATES

Which diagnostic test produces a three-dimensional image of the heart as blood flows through it? A. Angiography B. Computed tomography C. Magnetic resonance imaging D. Positron emission tomography

POSITRON EMISSION TOMOGRAPHY

Which menstrual problem involves the common symptoms of breast tenderness, fatigue, food cravings, irritability, and depression?

PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME

The stage of syphilis that is characterized by a bacteria-filled chancre is A. primary syphilis. B. secondary syphilis. C. latent syphilis. D. tertiary syphilis.

PRIMARY

A self-replicating protein-based agent that is thought to cause mad cow disease is a type of A. virus. B. fungi. C. protozoan. D. prion.

PRION

When fasting or eating a very-low-calorie diet for prolonged periods, the body will obtain fuel from its energy stores. One of the last reserves the body will use is A. subcutaneous fat. B. fat stored in the liver. C. protein in muscle and organ tissue. D. glycogen stores in the brain.

PROTEIN IN MUSCLE AND ORGAN TISSUE

Trichomoniasis is which type of infection? A. Fungal B. Viral C. Protozoan D. Bacterial

PROTOZOAN

Which of the following is NOT true about weight management? A. Low calorie diets almost always result in regained weight. B. Careful attention to portions is a key factor in sustained weight loss. C. Short-term diets are as effective as long-term behavior modification. D. Restrictive diets may be both physiologically and psychologically harmful.

SHORT TERM DIETS ARE JUST AS EFFECTIVE AS LONG TERM BEHAVIOR MODIFACTION

A major criteria in the diagnosis of CFS is a debilitating fatigue that lasts at least A. six months. B. two months. C. one month. D. two weeks.

SIX MONTHS

What happens in coronary artery disease? A. Small blood vessels that supply blood to the heart narrow. B. Blood forms clots throughout the body. C. Blood supply is blocked to one or more extremities. D. Blood supply to some area of the brain is interrupted.

SMALL BLOOD VESSELS THAT SUPPLY BLOOD TO THE HEART NARROW

Diabetes can result in weight loss because A. so many calories are lost in the glucose that passes into the urine. B. appetite is suppressed due to high blood sugar. C. a diabetic burns more calories during a given activity. D. excessive urination means loss of water weight.

SO MANY CALORIES ARE LOST IN THE GLUCOSE THAT PASSES INTO URINE

A portrayal of the ideal woman as submissive and nurturing by parents, advertising, and other media is an example of

SOCIALIZATION

Liposuction is used to A. restrict the calories absorbed by the body. B. spot reduce or contour body shape. C. decrease levels of leptin. D. reroute the passage of food through the body.

SPOT REDUCE OR CONTOUR BODY SHAPE

Which form of exercise involves techniques that slowly and gradually lengthen a muscle or group of muscles and the associated tendons? A. Tai chi B. Yoga C. Static stretching D. Pilates

STATIC STRETCHING

Which of the following is a sign of codependent behavior? A. Joining an addict in a destructive behavior, such as regularly getting drunk at parties B. Having a history of substance abuse during the teen years C. Trying to encourage an addicted family member or friend to get help D. Striving to meet another person's needs in a obsessive and unhealthy way

STRIVING TO MEET ANOTHER PERSON'S NEED IN AN OBSESSIVE AND UNHEALTHY WAY

All of the following changes occur to the heart and lungs as a result of aging EXCEPT A. resting heart rate decreases. B. stroke volume increases. C. heart muscle deteriorates. D. vital capacity decreases.

STROKE VOLUME INCREASES

A colorless gas that dissolves in water vapor to form acid and is emitted from coal-fired power plants is A. nitrogen dioxide. B. carbon monoxide. C. carbon dioxide. D. sulfur dioxide.

SULFUR DIOXIDE

The most well-known symptom of mumps is A. an itchy red rash. B. a high fever. C. swollen salivary glands. D. aching joints.

SWOLLEN SALIVARY GLANDS

The interaction of two or more drugs in which the effects of the individual drugs are compounded or multiplied is A. antagonism. B. synergism. C. intolerance. D. cross-tolerance.

SYNERIGSM

Which of the following is TRUE about teratogenic effects? A. The fetus is most susceptible to birth defects during the last three months of pregnancy. B. These effects can be caused by environmental chemical exposure. C. The fetus cannot develop an addiction to the drugs the mother is using. D. A rubella infection in the mother is not associated with teratogenic effects.

THESE EFFECTS CAN BE CAUSED BY ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL EXPOSURE

All of the following are true about viruses EXCEPT A. they are the smallest pathogens. B. there are hundreds of viruses that cause disease. C. they can reproduce outside of cells. D. drug treatment is limited.

THEY CAN REPRODUCE OUTSIDE OF CELLS

All of the following are true about suppositories EXCEPT A. they are designed to melt at body temperature. B. they are inserted into the vagina or anus. C. they cause a drug to remain active in the body for several hours. D. they have a short life span and become inactive within an hour.

THEY HAVE A SHORT LIFE SPAN AND BECOME INACTIVE WITHIN AN HOUR

Which of the following is TRUE about emphysema? A. It is a "man's disease." B. It is most common in people under age 45. C. The number of affected women is decreasing. D. Those affected tend to have a barrel-shaped chest.

THOSE AFFECTED TEND TO HAVE A BARREL-SHAPED CHEST

"Mini-strokes" that cause only temporary impairment and that can indicate an impending stroke are A. congestive heart failure (CHF). B. transient ischemic attacks (TIAs). C. aneurysms. D. arrhythmias.

TIAS

Which of the following is a TRUE statement? A. Tobacco is known to cause about 20 diseases. B. Thirty percent of all regular smokers die of smoking-related diseases. C. Tobacco is the second leading cause of preventable death in the United States. D. More deaths are due to illegal drug use than are due to tobacco use.

TOBACCO IS KNOWN TO CAUSE ABOUT 20 DISEASES

When liquid oils are hydrogenated A. LDLs are produced. B. trans fatty acids are produced. C. HDLs are produced. D. amino acids are produced.

TRANS FATTY ACIDS ARE PRODUCED

When a person's gender identity does not match one's biological sex, this is known as being

TRANSGENDERED

Which of the following is NOT true about the treatment for opioid addiction? A. The most difficult time in the withdrawal process occurs 24 to 72 hours after the last use. B. Symptoms of withdrawal can include sleep disturbances and muscle tremors. C. Treatment can include taking a synthetic narcotic such as methadone to control the withdrawal symptoms. D. Treatment programs are very successful once addicts get through the first six months.

TREATMENT PROGRAMS ARE VERY SUCCESSFUL ONCE THE ADDICT GETS THROUGH THE FIRST SIX MONTHS

Candi was mortified when her doctor told her that she had a protozoal disease. She probably had A. candidiasis. B. trichomoniasis. C. parasitic worms. D. rickettsia.

TRICHOMONIASIS

About 95% of total body fat is made up of A. triglycerides. B. cholesterol. C. cellulite. D. water.

TRIGLYCERIDES

Which diagnostic procedure is a maternal blood test that can detect the potential for a birth defect or genetic abnormality?

TRIPLE MARKER SCREEN

A lung disease is any disorder in which lung function is impaired. T/F

TRUE

A mother's decision to bottle-feed her baby, as opposed to breast-feeding, would increase the child's chances of becoming obese. T/F

TRUE

A woman who does weight-bearing exercise will likely have higher bone mass and bone density than a woman who doesn't exercise. T/F

TRUE

Another term for hay fever is allergic rhinitis. T/F

TRUE

Asthma is the most common chronic illness in children. T/F

TRUE

Athletes who engage in very extreme or intense physical activities, such as marathons, have been shown to be at an increased risk for upper respiratory tract infections. T/F

TRUE

Challenges to successful gay and lesbian relationships often stem from discrimination.

TRUE

Diabetes can contribute to gum disease. T/F

TRUE

Dietary supplements are not regulated like other food and drug products. T/F

TRUE

Exercise throughout life can prevent much of the decline in heart and lung function typically seen with aging. T/F

TRUE

Longevity is positively correlated with the intensity of regular exercise. T/F

TRUE

Many older people engage in regular sexual activity. T/F

TRUE

Marijuana may forestall the loss of lean muscle mass associated with AIDS. T/F

TRUE

Overseas adoptions can make it easier for Americans to adopt an infant rather than an older child.

TRUE

Pancreatic cancer is an especially deadly form of the disease. T/F

TRUE

Sexual dysfunction is most common in the early adult years.

TRUE

Simple sugars provide short-term energy. T/F

TRUE

The first sign of puberty in females is the beginning of breast development.

TRUE

The need for intimacy means the need for someone with whom we can share our feelings freely.

TRUE

Which of the following is a female sterilization procedure that involves tying off or cauterizing certain structures of the reproductive system?

TUBAL LIGATION

In which form of diabetes is the body NOT able to produce insulin? A. Type 1 B. Type 2 C. Gestational D. Metabolic syndrome

TYPE 1

To reduce body fat, individuals with which of the following conditions are recommended to exercise for longer periods (60 minutes per session) at reduced intensity? A. Asthma B. Hypertension C. Type 2 diabetes D. Coronary heart disease

TYPE 2