Health grade 9-12 exam

Who is least likely to be chosen as a mediator during a negotiation?

B. a biased person

Which would be the best resource for someone who is mildly depressed?

B. counseling with a psychologist

Lara has just had a sudden increase in her workload, which is causing her to feel very stressed. Which action would best help her to reduce the stress?

B. prioritize her tasks and complete the important ones first

Which statement is true about blood alcohol concentration?

Blood alcohol concentration is affected by factors such as body size and gender.

Which example indicates obsessive-compulsive disorder?

C. Susan is obsessed with arranging her kitchen dishes and repeats this 10 times a day.

Latisha cannot control the urge to eat large quantities of food, which she later vomits. Which eating disorder does she have?

C. bulimia

Which is the best strategy for overcoming low self-esteem?

C. focus on positive aspects of your life

Jessica's friend has decided to quit smoking. What should Jessica do to encourage her friend?

Celebrate smoke-free days with her and give her small gifts for not smoking.

Alice is buying an over-the-counter cough syrup. She has a choice between a brand-name drug and a generic version of the medication. What would be a reasonable thing for her to do next?

Check the active ingredients in the two medications to see if they differ.

What is the first step to take to help reduce pollution?

Gain information about the current state of the environment and ways to improve it.

Greta bought her friend Elijah a 20-ounce cup of gourmet coffee at the mall. After Elijah takes a sip, he discovers that it does not have the ingredients he had hoped for, although he had told Greta what he wanted. Which action should Elijah take in this situation? Assume that the coffee is nonrefundable.

He should thank Greta for for the cup of coffee and try to enjoy it.

Which statement about herbal health products is true?

Herbal products might have negative side effects.

How is the use of amphetamines different from the use of inhalants?

Inhalants can cause immediate brain damage while amphetamines do not.

What is the primary way by which the national government helps improve public health?

It declares standards for public health and writes policies to achieve those standards.

How does Alcoholics Anonymous help people deal with alcoholism?

It encourages alcoholics to commit themselves to sobriety by sharing their past experiences and future goals

How does the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement help in improving public health?

It provides aid to the victims of natural disasters and wars.

What is the primary way in which recycling helps reduce pollution?

It saves raw materials and conserves natural resources by reducing the need to produce items from new resources.

Which statement is true about prolonged exposure to stress?

It weakens the immune system

Which describes a consequence of steriod abuse?

John, "Mr. Calm," starts getting into fights at school.

Who is more likely to give in to peer pressure and start substance abuse?

Marc, who just joined a new school and is finding it hard to make friends, especially because his parents are away a lot.

Which of these people is struggling with drug abuse?

Marjorie, who takes cocaine every day and has strong bouts of anxiety if she cannot

You're at a party and someone pressures you to take some Ecstasy. What's the best way to say no?

No, thanks. I don't do drugs."

Which is not a common long-term effect of excessive alcohol consumption?

Oral cancer

Janelle says to Franco, "I've just found this pill that really helps me stay up late and study. I think you'd like it too." What type of peer pressure is Janelle using?

Reasoning

Andrea is trying to lose 25 pounds in one month. Which is the most healthy approach?

She should set a more gradual goal instead and plan a diet and exercise routine to help her get there.

Bertha's friends recently started drinking. She goes to a lot of parties with them where she is always pressured by the others to have a drink. Which is the best way for Bertha to resist this pressure?

State firmly that she doesn't drink. If they still persist, she should start hanging out with people who don't drink.

How should you conduct yourself when negotiating to resolve a conflict?

Stay cool and composed.

Which would be the best strategy for overcoming tobacco addiction?

Tell friends and commit to a day to start quitting.

Which is a benefit of getting information from a government website?

The information will be reliable.

Nina saw an advertisement in which a person wearing a white coat is advertising a health product. What should Nina conclude from it?

The person in the advertisement might be an actor, and she should be hesitant about the product.

Two people are negotiating to resolve a conflict. They both have their own ideas about what caused the conflict, but their ideas are very different. What should they do to gain more insight into the cause of their conflict?

They should check their facts and exchange questions with each other.

How does conservation help to reduce air pollution?

Using fewer fossil fuels, such as gasoline for a car, reduces the emission of harmful pollutants into the air.

What is an anxiety disorder?

a blanket term that covers several forms of intense and persistent fears, worries, and phobias

Which of these statements describes clinical depression?

a medical condition that may occur due to a chemical imbalance in the brain

Which of the following would you describe as a public health issue?

a sudden outbreak of cholera

Your teacher returns a paper that shows a grade of "D" instead of the "B" you expected. When you see the grade, which stage of stress response will you be in?

alarm

Which is the best definition of environment as it relates to health?

all parts of a community that affect the people who live there

Which is a likely result of taking LSD?

altered mood and sensory perceptions

Which of the following is the best type of refusal to use when someone offers you drugs?

assertive and clear

Why is the consumption of dietary supplements considered risky?

because they are not officially tested by the government for effectiveness

Which of the following is a health measure taken by the local government to improve public health?

checking for proper sanitation and clean water supply in your community

Which mental health condition is characterized by extreme behavior which violates the rights of others as well as basic social rules?

conduct disorder

If you need a routine health checkup, which facility is most cost-effective?

convenient care clinic

Maurice plans to become a professional wrestler and wants to build his strength. Which is the best strategy for Maurice?

devising a training program that builds muscle mass slowly

Jeb was involved in a skateboarding incident in which he hit his head on the pavement. He was wearing a helmet, but he lost consciousness for about two minutes. When he came to, his vision was blurred, and he was slurring his speech. Which facility should he visit to treat his injuries?

emergency room

What is detoxification?

gradual and complete withdrawal from a drug under medical supervision

Which phrase describes a primary care physician with a good bedside manner?

helps you feel at ease

Which is a possible long-term effect of steroid use?

increased likelihood of liver cancer

Which category of drugs does not increase your risk of contracting HIV through infected needles?

inhalants

Which of the following is the most realistic goal for attaining better resilience?

let myself feel sad and then find ways to move on

Which type of website advocates an individual or group's opinion or point of view?

org

Aspirin is a widely used drug. What kind of medicine is it?

over-the-counter analgesic

Kelly and Davine are on the cheerleading squad. The squad plans to build a pyramid during halftime at the first home basketball game. Both girls want to be on the apex of the pyramid, but only one of them can be selected. Neither girl is willing to back down. What kind of conflict are Kelly and Davine in the midst of?

power struggle

Marc has started drinking whenever he is upset or stressed. When his friends ask him how much he drinks, he lies and makes excuses. He sees alcohol as an escape from his everyday problems. Which stage of alcoholism is Marc most likely in?

problem drinking

Which mental health disorder is generally due to a traumatic event and is less severe than the others?

reactive depression

What is the last and most crucial step in the treatment of alcoholism?

rehabilitation

What is the ability to bounce back from setbacks or disappointments?

resilience

In which stage of stress response do we no longer feel stressed, and the body acts on our decision to either fight or flee?

resistance

Rob sometimes confuses real and imaginary events. What does he suffer from?

schizophrenia

Which is a source of water pollution?

sediment from land erosion that clogs waterways

Which of the following is the least realistic goal for attaining and maintaining mental and emotional health?

set a goal for myself and stick to it no matter what

Which describes a psychiatrist?

specialist in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions and can prescribe medication

Which describes a clinical psychologist?

specialist who studies behavior and emotions, but can't prescribe medication

Which describes a social worker?

specialist working primarily with the family members of someone in psychiatric care

Which of the following is the best description of health protection?

the direct actions taken by health organizations to improve public health

Which is a possible family risk factor for drug abuse?

whether illegal drugs are used by other family members

Sheldon has a traditional health insurance plan. He has a $200 deductible. The level of co-insurance for his plan is 90/10, where 10 represents Sheldon's portion. He does not have a co-payment. If Sheldon incurs a $1,500 hospital bill, how much money will the insurance company pay for the bill?

$1,170

Stephanie belongs to a PPO that has a $1,000 deductible. The deductible applies only if Stephanie meets with doctors outside her network. There is no co-payment. Stephanie incurred a bill of $2,000 when she met with an out-of-network specialist for a thyroid problem. She owes $1,400 out of pocket for the bill because the PPO will pay $600 after Stephanie's deductible. What is the co-insurance clause of the PPO that Stephanie belongs to?

60/40

In which stage of the stress response do our bodies release the hormone adrenaline?

Alarm

Which of these organizations provides help to the friends and families of an alcoholic?

Alateen