PE 150 Final Exam
A driver is considered impaired when he or she has a blood alcohol concentration of 0.03% or higher 0.05% or higher 0.08% or higher 0.10% or higher
.08 higher
One standard drink equals 12 ounces of beer or 1.5 ounces of 80 proof liquor. 10 ounces of wine or 1 ounce of 80 proof liquor. 16 ounces of beer or wine. 6 ounces of malt liquor or 8 ounces of beer.
12 ounces of beer of 1.5 ounces of 80 proof liquor
What is the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' recommendation for the minimum amount of moderate-intensity exercise for adults? 100 minutes per week 150 minutes per week 200 minutes per week 250 minutes per week
150 minutes per week
asha is 23 years old. Her MAXIMAL heart rate is 201 beats per minute. 197 beats per minute. 194 beats per minute. 191 beats per minute.
191 beats per minute
What percentage of Americans abstain from drinking alcohol? 10% 25% 50% 75%
25
The body fat percentage below which a man is considered to be underweight is 1% to 2%. 3% to 7%. 8% to 10%. 8% to 15%.
3 to 7
Kevin wants to lose 5 pounds of fat. He finds it difficult to cut back on his eating, so he decides that he will walk an hour each day to burn more calories. How many extra calories must he expend to lose a pound of fat? 2,000. 3,000. 3,500. 4,500.
3,500
How long does it take for the average adult to metabolize four 12-ounce beers? 2 hours 3 hours 4 hours 5 hours
4 hours
Binge drinking is defined for the typical adult as 3 or more drinks for females or 4 or more drinks for males in about two hours. 4 or more drinks for females or 5 or more drinks for males in about two hours. 5 or more drinks for females or 6 or more drinks for males in about two hours. 5 or more drinks for both females and males in about two hours.
4 or more drinks for females or 5 or more drink for males in about two hours
Approximately what percentage of Americans consume alcoholic beverages regularly? 10% 25% 50% 75%
50
What is the percentage of alcohol in 100 proof whiskey? 80 percent 40 percent 50 percent 20 percent
50 percent
What percentage of a person's body weight is water? 10 to 30 percent. 30 to 50 percent 50 to 70 percent. 70 to 90 percent.
50 to 70 percent
Taking a large amount of this vitamin can be toxic because it accumulates in the liver. A B6 C B12
A
What is the difference between a portion and a serving? A serving is the amount you choose to eat, and a portion is the recommended amount to be consumed. A serving is the recommended amount to be consumed, and a portion is the amount you choose to eat. A serving amount is twice the size of a portion. A serving amount is half the size of a portion.
A serving is the recommended amount to be consumed, and a portion is the amount you choose to eat
Francisco just found out his HIV test is positive. Which of the following statements is true? Francisco's positive HIV test means that he has AIDS. Looking back, Francisco knows exactly when he got infected with HIV because the initial symptoms are markedly different than other STIs. Francisco should seek treatment as soon as possible to slow progression of the disease. Francisco's wife does not need to worry about getting infected since she is a heterosexual female.
Francisco should seek treatment as soon as possible to slow progression of the disease
The virus responsible for causing genital warts is hepatitis B. chlamydia. HPV. syphilis.
HPV
Regular aerobic exercise can reduce which type of cholesterol known as "bad cholesterol"? HDLs LDLs triglycerides essential lipids
LDLs
Which STI occurs in stages over a period of years? Chlamydia Gonorrhea HPV Syphilis
Syphillis
Jane is sedentary and obese. What effect, if any, do these factors have on her health? They affect her physical health only. They affect her physical and emotional health only. They impede her progress toward a high-level wellness. They affect her health only if she has a family history of health problems related to obesity.
They impede her progress towards a high-level wellness
Alicia has been experiencing persistent sadness, despair, and hopelessness. She is displaying symptoms of exhaustion. a personality disorder. an eating disorder. a chronic mood disorder.
a chronic mood disorder
Aaron is trying to lose weight but he still wants a snack while he is studying. A good choice might be a cup of low-sodium broth. an energy drink. a glass of cranberry juice. a glass of wine.
a cup of low sodium broth
Jeff and Dana have been married for two years. Their relationship involves exclusive sexual involvement with each other. This demonstrates an open relationship. a monogamous relationship. serial monogamy. a formalized partnership.
a monogamous relationship
A pop quiz in class is an example of chronic stress. a stressor. a frustration. eustress.
a stressor
When doing some form of aerobic exercise, you are at a moderate level of intensity when you are barely able to catch your breath. able to sing clearly. able to converse with someone. able to talk in short fragments only.
able to converse with someone
Oral contraceptive pills are an effective barrier contraceptive method. about 91 percent effective at preventing pregnancy with typical use. most commonly used by women who have had at least one child. effective protection against STIs.
about 91 percent effective at preventing pregnancy with typical use
Fertility awareness methods of birth control include all of the following EXCEPT the calendar method. the body temperature method. the cervical mucous method. abstinence.
abstinence
When an individual's body increases its metabolic rate to compensate for an increased food intake, this is the process known as adaptive thermogenesis. ketogenesis. digestion. enhanced metabolism.
adaptive thermogenesis
Which type of exercise is best for improving cardiorespiratory fitness? flexibility. resistance. anaerobic. aerobic.
aerobic
Exercise can improve mental health by affecting neurotransmitters associated with mood enhancement. decreasing endorphin production after exercise. burning off the byproducts of metabolism. increasing strength and aerobic capacity.
affecting neurotransmitters associated with mood enhancement
Hearing a piercing scream late at night on a campus path would likely trigger which phase of the general adaptation syndrome? Resistance Exhaustion Recovery Alarm
alarm
Urinating frequently after alcohol consumption occurs because alcohol is a diuretic. alcohol filters through the kidneys faster than water. alcohol shrinks the bladder. alcohol can be a gastrointestinal irritant.
alcohol is diuretic
The contemporary definition of wellness is the ability to move about freely without pain. the absence of ongoing symptoms or chronic disease. living longer than one's parents. all factors leading to positive health status or overall well-being.
all factors leading to positive health status or overall wellbeing
Molecules that are the building blocks of protein are minerals. starches. amino acids. fatty acids.
amino acids
When the body is invaded by antigens, the immune system forms substances called antibodies. macrophages. lymphocytes. helper cells.
antibodies
Substances in food or supplements that that destroy free radicals and slow their formation are antioxidants. antibiotics. antigens. anticoagulants.
antioxidants
Which substances protect against oxidative stress and the resultant tissue damage at the cellular level? hormones enzymes proteins antioxidants
antioxidants
Which of the following could be included in a vegan diet? eggs raw milk fish apples
apples
Smokeless tobacco users generally take longer to develop cancer after first use than smokers. are 10 times more likely to develop oral cancers than nonusers. are 50 times more likely to develop oral cancers than nonusers. have an easier time quitting than cigarette smokers.
are 50 times more likely to develop oral cancers than nonusers
Suicide prevention techniques include downplaying a person's statement that they would like to die. asking directly if the person intends to hurt him- or herself. reassuring a person that nothing could be so bad as to make suicide an option. keeping all conversations with the person confidential.
asking directly if the person intends to hurt him or herself
College students are less at risk for suicide if they drink alcohol. at increased risk for suicide if they identify as LGBT. more able to handle pressures that can lead to suicide than their younger peers. at higher risk of suicide than people of the same age who are not in college.
at increased risk for suicide if the identify as LGBT
The minimum amount of energy the body uses at complete rest is known as the resting metabolic rate. basal metabolic rate. metabolic balance. caloric restriction.
basal metabolic rate
One medium fruit serving is about the size of a(n) checkbook. golf ball. baseball. egg.
baseball
Sexual orientation is based on which of the following factors? biological, social, and religious psychological, familial, and environmental biological, psychological, and socioenvironmental biological and socioenvironmental
biological, psychological, and socioenvironmental
The two contraceptive methods most commonly used by college students are birth control pills and withdrawal. birth control pills and male condoms. birth control pills and Depo-Provera shots. male condoms and withdrawal.
birth control pills and male condoms
All of the following are ways to measure the intensity of cardiovascular exercise EXCEPT target heart rate. talk test. blood gas analysis. rating of perceived exertion.
blood gas analysis
Which of the following is NOT a major health-related component of physical fitness? cardiorespiratory fitness muscular strength and endurance body composition body image
body image
The physical flaw that most individuals associate with negative body image is body weight. height. hair color. facial blemishes.
body weight
The CDC recommends HPV vaccinations for girls beginning age 13. boys beginning age 13. both boys and girls beginning age 11. all teens and adults within six months of becoming sexually active.
both boys and girls beginning age 11
An eating disorder that may lead to the erosion of tooth enamel due to frequent purging is binge-eating disorder. anorexia nervosa. bulimia nervosa. night-eating syndrome.
bulimia nervosa
Which of the following is true about calories? calories are a unit of measure of the energy obtained from food. calories are one of the basic nutrient groups. all nutrients provide calories. caloric needs stay about the same during various life stages.
calories are a unity of measure of the energy obtained from food
Which substance in cigarettes decreases the oxygen-carrying capacity of red blood cells? menthol tar carbon monoxide nicotine
carbon monoxide
Abstention from any type of sexual activity with others is known as celibacy. monogamy. sexual freedom. autoerotic.
celibacy
Which of the following occurs within 24 hours of quitting smoking? chance of heart attack decreases. coughing and shortness of breath deceases. circulation improves. cilia regrow in the lungs.
chance of heart attack decreases
Which of the following foods is an example of a complete protein? pinto beans. chicken breast. peanuts. whole-grain bread.
chicken breast
Sierra, now 31, has been trying to get pregnant since she got married 4 years ago. Herdoctor suspects that their infertility problem was likely caused by her history of PID fromthe most commonly reported STI. During her early 20s, Misty had contracted herpes simplex. gonorrhea. chlamydia. HIV/AIDS.
chlamydia
What substance is not soluble in water, is derived from animal-based foods and synthesized by the body, and while circulating in the blood, can accumulate on the inner walls of arteries and restrict blood flow? cholesterol. high-density lipoproteins. triglyerides. saturated fat.
cholesterol
The last stage of liver disease that can result from years of heavy drinking is alcoholic hepatitis hepatic amyloidosis fibrosis cirrhosis
cirrhosis
Which of the following has the most saturated fat? Coconut oil Palm kernel oil Peanut oil Olive oil
coconut oil
Which of the following statements is true with respect to the relationship between body image and culture? media images have little influence over what we find attractive. commercials often convey messages related to physical attractiveness. the ideal body image for women has always been thin and willowy. today's ideal body image is very similar to the typical American body.
commercials often convey messages related to physical attractiveness
What type of proteins contain all nine essential amino acids? incomplete complete plant-source complementary
complete
The fertilization of an ovum by a sperm is implantation. conception. ovulation. contraception.
conception
According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, the most complete, ideal type of love is consummate love. intimacy. sexual compatibility. passion.
consummate love
The various methods used to prevent pregnancy are known as implantation. conception. ovulation. contraception.
contraception
Which of the following lubricants is safe to use with a condom? baby oil hand lotion petroleum jelly contraceptive foam
contraceptive foam
Drinking games result in the consumption of large quantities of alcohol in a short period of time and have been associated with paranoid behavior. developing respiratory problems. muscle and joint disorders. death from alcohol poisoning.
death from alcohol poisoning
Which form of birth control is injected every three months to remain effective? Mirena Xulane NuvaRing Depo-Provera
depo-provera
The process by which addicts get an addictive substance out of their system as part of ending their dependence on it is intervention. detoxification. confrontation. resistance.
detoxification
The body naturally experiences an increased metabolic rate when we adopt a reduced-calorie diet. as we age. during pregnancy. during sleep.
during pregnancy
Health and wellness is best described as static. dynamic. determined by genes. determined by the environment
dynamic
Which environmental factor encourages us to increase our food consumption? easy access to high-calorie foods in stores and restaurants. increasing number of regulations that apply to food labeling. social encouragement to work out and be active. increasing use of texting for cell phone communication.
easy access to high-calorie foods in stores and restaurants
If you know you will be at an event where alcohol will be served, what can you do to drink responsibly? attend with friends who drink more than you do. make sure that someone else has volunteered to be a designated driver. don't eat for several hours before the event. eat before you go and alternate alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks.
eat before you go and alternate alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks
One of the most important goals of Healthy People 2020 is to reduce health care costs for all Americans. eliminate health disparities and improve the health of all population groups. increase funding for research on certain diseases such as cancer and diabetes. increase the number of public health departments in every state.
eliminate health disparities and improves the health of all population groups
Which of the following represents the primary difference between emotional health and mental health? Emotional health deals with feelings rather than thought processes. Mental health does not encompass our responses to stimuli. Mental health does not assume responsibility for our actions. Emotional health deals specifically with thought processes rather than feelings.
emotional health deals with feelings rather than thought processes
Calories from saturated fat and/or sugar in foods that have little or no nutritional value, such as ice cream and soda, are called empty calories. non-nutritive calories. soluble calories. nutrient-dense calories.
empty calories
Which type of physical activity involves planned, structured, and repetitive body movement? exercise strength aerobic fitness
exercise
All of the following behaviors will compromise your immune system's ability to fight infections except not getting enough sleep. eating junk food. excessive alcohol consumption. exercising regularly.
exercising regularly
Which of the following is true of Maslow's hierarchy of needs? Failure to meet a lower-level need will interfere with fulfilling higher-level needs. Social needs are the most basic and essential needs. A self-actualized person has met basic needs but has not fully reached his or her potential. Esteem needs are more basic than survival needs.
failure to meet a lower-level need will interfere with fulfilling higher-level needs
Many men are reluctant to have a vasectomy because of the major surgery involved. general anesthetic used. long recovery period required. fear of decreased sexual performance.
fear of decrease sexual performance
Psychologically healthy people engage in vengeful acts. never think a negative thought. make time for others but not themselves. feel comfortable interacting with others.
feel comfortable interacting with others
Which form of birth control involves alteration of sexual behavior during certain timesof the month? withdrawal fertility awareness abstinence outercourse
fertility awareness
Alcohol consumption during pregnancy can cause significant brain damage and other impairments in the fetus; this condition is known as fetal cirrhosis. alcoholic hepatitis. fetal alcohol syndrome. teratogenic paralysis.
fetal alcohol syndrome
A rise in body temperature that occurs to destroy invading cells is a(n) fever. autoimmune disease. sign of hypertension. allergic reaction.
fever
Stress management consists of finding a balance and developing coping strategies. eliminating all sources of stress. learning to juggle as many tasks as possible. firmly controlling reactions to stress.
finding a balance and developing coping strategies
The range of motion that a joint or series of joints can acheive is flexibility. strength. endurance. extension.
flexibility
Training for muscle endurance can be done with free weights or weight machines and the guidance of a personal trainer. weight machines or resistance bands or equipment. free weights or your own body weight. free weights, machines, resistance equipment, or your own body weight.
free weights, machines, resistance equipment, or your own body weight
What the components of the FITT principle that apply to all types of exercise? frequency, intensity, time, and type. fitness, intensity, tension and time. frequency, information, time, and tempo. fitness, involvement, time, and type.
frequency, intensity, time, and type
To replenish vital energy stores, which of the following would be particularly helpful? getting more sleep and "down time" a regimen of energy boosting supplements. increasing alcohol intake to promote relaxation. broadening one's social support system
getting more sleep and down time
The complex carbohydrate form of a sugar that is stored in the liver and muscles is glucagon. galactose. glucose. glycogen.
glycogen
According to the transtheoretical model, a person in the precontemplation stage has no current intention to change or believes there is no need to change. is aware of the problem and is making preparations for change. is aware of the problem but is greatly afraid of change. is aware of the problem and is already taking action to implement change.
has no current intention to change or believes there is no need to change
You've misplaced your cell phone and you're already late for class. Which type of stressor is this? pressure change conflict hassle
hassle
A 26-year-old male would be considered obese if he has a body mass index of 30 or higher. he is 15% heavier than his ideal weight. he has a body fat percentage of 20%. has has a body mass index of 22-24.
he has a body mass index of 30 or higher
Which change model was created to illustrate how firmly held ideas affect behavior change? Health belief model Transtheoretical model Social cognitive model Shaping model
health belief model
Regular aerobic exercise improves the functioning of the lungs, bronchi, and large vessels. bones and muscles. skeletal and cardiac muscles. heart, lungs, and blood vessels.
heart, lungs, and blood vessels
Last summer, Mallory began a sexual 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? hepatitis A. hepatitis B. hepatitis C. hepatitis D.
hepatitis B
The ideal cholesterol ratio for an individual would include high HDL and high LDL. low HDL and low LDL. low HDL and high LDL. high HDL and low LDL
high HDL and high LDL
The physiological state in which all body systems are in balance and functioning normally is adaptation. eustress. homeostasis. recovery.
homeostasis
he best definition of body image is whether or not you like certain features of your body. your impression of what others think about your appearance. how you view your body and your feelings and beliefs about your appearance. how you view yourself when you compare yourself to a celebrity.
how you view your body and your feelings and beliefs about your appearance
The typical use failure rate for a contraception method takes into account which ofthe following? daily use human error perfect use familiarity with the method
human error
Bethany is 42 and has cervical cancer. It is probably related to an infection she hadduring her college years, which was hepatitis A. human papillomavirus (HPV) syphilis. Chlamydia.
human papillomavirus (HPV)
The part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall reaction to stress is the pituitary gland. cerebral cortex. frontal lobe. hypothalamus.
hypothalamus
To manage stress, the first step is to control your emotional response. choose to ignore the stressors in your life. determine which stressors can be reduced or eliminated. identify and assess the stressors in your life.
identify and assess the stressors in your life
Regular exercise reduces the flow of oxygen to the brain. deprives the brain of nutrients. improves concentration. increases stress.
improves concentration
To ensure its effectiveness, the best place to store a condom would be in a bathroom storage drawer away from sharp objects. in a wallet. in the glove box of a locked car. in the freezer.
in a bathroom storage drawer away from sharp objects
A high waist-to-hip ratio would indicate that more fat is stored in the hips and thighs. in the abdominal area. in the upper body. in the neck and face.
in the abdominal area
A person's exercise metabolic rate (EMR) will increase if he or she decreases the time spent exercising. performs light daily activities instead of structured exercise routines. increases the activity level from light to moderate. decreases the activity level from moderate to light.
increase the activity level from light to moderate
Over the past three decades, daily calorie consumption by Americans has decreased slightly. primarily come from junk foods. remained about the same. increased significantly.
increased significantly
Over the last 20 years, the calorie intake of Americans has increased. This is due in part to increased consumption of fat. increased availability of extremely large serving sizes of food. the increase in genetically modified foods. increased consumption of organic food.
increases availability of extremely large serving sizes of food
Exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease by all of the following EXCEPT improving blood flow. increasing LDL levels. increasing heart efficiency. increasing the number of capillaries.
increasing LDL levels
Exercise reduces stress by suppressing endocrine function. increasing endorphins and reducing levels of stress hormones. providing a therapeutic way to reduce or eliminate pain. expanding aerobic capacity.
increasing endorphins and reducing levels of stress hormones
Delay in seeking medical care for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) increases the risk of permanent damage and scarring that can lead to infertility and other complications. bleeding between periods. painful urination. painful intercourse.
infertility and other complications
The ability to think clearly, analyze information, and use one's mental capacity to meet life's challenges is known as social health. intellectual health. physical health. emotional health.
intellectual health
The six dimensions of health affect health independently of each other. interact continuously. seldom influence one another. affect either the mind or the body.
interact continuously
According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, love involves intimacy and similar interests and social status. passion and sexual desire. intimacy, passion, and commitment. friendship, reliability, and commitment.
intimacy, passion, and commitment
Relationships characterized by behavioral interdependence, need fulfillment, emotional attachment, and emotional availability are functional family relationships. family of origin relationships. intimate relationships. monogamous relationships.
intimate relationships
Which effect does carbon monoxide have on the body? it impairs the cilia's cleansing function. it diminishes the oxygen-carrying capacity of the red blood cells. it diminishes hormone production. it irritates nasal passages and lung tissue.
it diminishes the oxygen-carrying capacity of the red blood cells
Which of the following statements is true about NuvaRing? it is left in place for four weeks. even when used properly, it is much less effective than oral contraceptives. it exposes the user to lower dose of estrogen than the combination pill. it requires the use of a spermicide.
it exposes the user to lower dose of estrogen than the combination pill
Which statement best summarizes what happens when particulate matter condenses in the lungs? it causes delirium tremens. it forms nicotine. it forms carbon monoxide. it forms tar, a thick, brownish sludge.
it forms tar, a thick, brownish sludge
Which of the following is true about target heart rate? it is a measure of the heart rate after 20 minutes of exercise. it is a percentage of your maximum heart rate. it is the threshold level of exercise at which one cannot talk and exercise comfortably. it varies by a person's body weight.
it is a percentage of your maximum heart rate
Which of the following statements about nicotine is true? it is a powerful central nervous system stimulant. it is mildly addictive. it causes a drop in blood pressure. it decreases production of adrenaline.
it is a powerful central nervous system stimulant
One problem with the BMI measurement is that it it is an indirect estimate of body fat. it requires the use of special laboratory equipment. it takes too long to calculate. it cannot be used for children.
it is an indirect estimate of body fat
Which of the following best describes appetite? it is the social meaning attached to food. it is the same as hunger. it is more psychological than physiological. it is not triggered by smells or taste.
it is more psychological the physiological
The sugar found in milk and dairy products that some people can't digest properly is lactose. glucose. sucrose. fructose.
lactose
The stage of syphilis that is characterized by a bacteria-filled chancre is primary syphilis. secondary syphilis. latent syphilis. tertiary syphilis.
latent syphilis
A mentally healthy student who gets a bad grade on an exam would respond by becoming withdrawn and avoiding friends. getting angry at the professor. drinking for distraction and to relieve tension .learning from the situation and improving study habits.
learning from the situation and improving study habits
The expected number of years of life remaining at a given age, such as birth, is known as life expectancy. population control. mortality. morbidity.
life expectancy
The main site of alcohol metabolism is the spleen. liver. colon. kidney.
liver
Which of the following foods is the most nutrient-dense? butter. low-fat milk. ice cream. frozen yogurt.
low fat milk
After breaking up with his girlfriend, Lucas has been unable to move on. He is afraid of rejection and doesn't think that women find him attractive. He is probably suffering from low self-efficacy. low self-esteem. learned helplessness. a victim complex.
low self-esteem
Keisha has a negative attitude about life and puts herself down all the time. Keisha is displaying a dysfunctional response. low self-esteem. poor self-control. clinical depression.
low self-esteem
Regular physical activity has been linked to all of the following EXCEPT lower risk for diabetes. reduction of hypertension. lower life expectancy. improved bone mass.
lower life expectancy
The purpose of hydrogenating unsaturated fats is to make them more liquid at room temperature. reduce the amount of cholesterol. make them more solid at room temperature. increase the levels of protein.
make them more solid at room temperature
Which of the following is true about a major depression in college students? About 2-3 percent of college students report having been diagnosed with or treated for depression in an average year. The majority of students do not feel overwhelmed by their responsibilites. Many students do not seek help for depression because of the stigma associated with seeing a counselor. Depression among college students is typically a temporary issue and not a major barrier to academic success.
many students do not seek help for depression because the stigma associated with seeing a counselor
When Maria's boyfriend returned from the health clinic, he told her he had beendiagnosed with gonorrhea. Which of the following statements is true? Maria should take lots of vitamins and eat a healthy diet to prevent infection. Maria does not need to worry about contracting an STI because she was checked last year. Maria does not need to worry because she does not have any gonorrhea symptoms. Maria should go to the clinic to get tested for gonorrhea and treated if she has it.
maria should go to the clinic to get tested for gonorrhea and treated if she has it
The growth of Internet dating has made it easier to give the utmost. maintain exculsivity. meet people outside your proximity. commit.
meet people outside your proximity
The onset of the first menstrual period is fertility. menopause. menstruation. menarche.
menarche
One of the health problems associated with the female triad is amenorrhea, which is a lack of menstrual periods. calcium. iron. fertility.
menstrual periods
Exercise helps with weight control by increasing the body's blood pressure. heart rate. metabolic rate. resistance to infection.
metabolic rate
Which statement best summarizes the association between exercise and improved immunity? long-term, heavy exercisers get the most gain in immunity versus those who exercise only moderately. moderate-intensity exercise temporarily increases the number of white blood cells, thereby boosting immunity. regular exercise does not have any correlation to a healthy immune system. the most significant improvements in immunity are seen when a moderate exerciser begins a more intense exercise program.
moderate-intensity exercise temporarily increases the number of white blood cells, thereby boosting immunity
What percentage of adult Americans are overweight or obese? more than 20% but less than 30%. more than 30% but less than 40%. more than 50% but less than 60%. more than 60%.
more than 60
Which of the following is true about emergency contraceptive pills? they will cause an abortion if the woman is already pregnant. multiple brands are available over-the-counter with no age restrictions. all brands requie a prescription and are subject to age restrictions. they are 100 percent effective if taken 2 to 5 days after unprotected intercourse.
multiple brands are available over the counter with no age restrictions
The amount of force that a muscle is capable of exerting is referred to as muscular endurance. muscular strength. aerobic capacity. the overload principle.
muscular strength
Which substance in cigarettes is a highly addictive stimulant? menthol tar carbon monoxide nicotine
nicotine
Kissing and erotic touching are examples of cunnilingus. self-stimulation. fellatio. nonverbal sexual communication.
nonverbal sexual communication
One reason why the Type A personality theory has been debated is because the early research had serious methodological flaws. most people have either Type A or Type B personalities. not all Type A people experience negative health consequences. most people have either Type C or Type D personalities.
not all type A people experience negative health consequences
A 20-year-old female with a BMI of 34 would be categorized as athletic. healthy. obese. morbidly obese.
obese
An IUD is highly unlikely to cause either discomfort or complications. is nearly 95% effective with typical use. offers long-term protection from pregnancy. causes a long delay in the return of fertility.
offers long-term protection from pregnancy
According to cancer experts, what percentage of cancers could be prevented by being physically active and eating a healthy diet? One-quarter One-third One-half Three-quarters
one-third
Which of the following is NOT an example of a barrier method of birth control? diaphragms spermicides condoms oral contraceptives
oral contraceptives
An individual with an eating disorder may also have other psychological disorders. impulsive behavior. a sense of empowerment. high self-esteem.
other psychological disorders
Stress caused by not being able to accomplish all tasks and obligations in the time available is known as overload. acute stress. conflict. chronic stress.
overload
The principle of fitness training that holds that the body should be gradually required to do more than it is used to doing is specificity. tension. overload. duration.
overload
In a fitness program, increasing the amount of weight you lift over time is an example of the specificity principle. overload principle. reversibility principle. intensity principle.
overload principle
Luke plays football. His coach measured his body fat at 24 percent. Luke is underweight. normal weight. overweight. obese.
overweight
Environmental cues such as drinking a cup of coffee or finishing a meal can induce a craving for nicotine; these cues are known as pairings. obstacles. temptations. stimulants.
pairings
Which of the following is an example of a test that assesses muscular endurance? partial curl-up test maximum repetition test sit-and-reach test 1.5-mile run test
partial curl-up test
Disease-causing agents are called pathogens. antibodies. carcinogens. toxins.
pathogens
Walking to class or up a flight of stairs would be examples of exercise. physical fitness. physical activity. endurance.
physical activity
If you can perform regular moderate to vigorous levels of physical activity without excessive fatigue you are considered to be athletic. flexible. agile. physically fit.
physically fit
Family health background and the behaviors of family members are examples of enabling factors. reinforcing factors. motivational factors. predisposing factors
predisposing factors
To successfully change a behavior, a person must recognize that change is a(n) stressful situation. chance to wipe out past mistakes. isolated event. process that occurs in stages.
process that occurs in stages
When eating a very-low calorie diet for prolonged periods, the body may begin to obtain fuel from mineral stored in the bone. fluid reabsorption by the kidneys. protein in lean body tissue. glycogen stored in the brain.
protein in lean body tissue
Angel broke up with her boyfriend of two years. In order to cope with the failed relationship, she should spend a lot of time analyzing the negative aspects of the relationship. seek another relationship as soon as possible to get over the failed one. put a positive spin on the breakup and act as if nothing is wrong. reach out to trusted friends and share her feelings with them.
reach out to trusted friends and share her feelings with them
A person with strong core muscles has improved posture and reduced chance of injury. enhanced cardiovascular fitness. the ability to lift free weights. reduced training time.
reduced chance of injury
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 negative behavior. reinforcing behavior. manipulative behavior. covert behavior.
reinforcing behavior
Fertility is a person's ability to produce viable sperm. reproduce. have a normal delivery. resist sexually transmitted infections.
reproduce
In a fitness program, the slogan "use it or lose it" describes which principle? specificity overload reversibility flexibility
reversibility
Dietary fats that are solid at room temperature are essential fatty acids. polyunsaturated fatty acids. saturated fatty acids. monounsaturated fatty acids.
saturated fatty acids
The sac that contains the testes is the prostate gland. vas deferens. scrotum. epididymis.
scrotum
According to Maslow's hierarchy, individuals who have satisfied their basic needs and have attained their full potential are emotionally healthy. mature. self-actualized. self-aware.
self-actualized
Jose's belief that he can successfully pass his biology midterm is an example of self-satisfaction. self-esteem. self-reliance. self-efficacy
self-efficacy
A person's sense of self-respect or self-worth is referred to as introversion. assertiveness. self-esteem. conscientiousness.
self-esteem
Judy strives to stay healthy. When she notices herself engaging in an unhealthy behavior, she makes a plan and takes action to get back on track. No challenge is too tough for her to take on. Judy has self-control. self-efficacy. self-awareness. self-motivation.
self-motivation
A good way to control portion sizes when you eat at home is to serve the food buffet style to reduce trips to the kitchen. serve meals on smaller plates. eat more frozen and convenience foods. eat restaurant leftovers several times a week.
serve meals on smaller plates
In planning a weight management program that has the best chance of success you must decide to eliminate all fat from the diet. think of weight management as a temporary phase. set realistic short- and long-term goals. follow a formal plan such as Weight Watchers.
set realistic short and long term goals
The process of taking small individual steps toward a behavior change goal is action. journaling. preparation. shaping.
shaping
Eating food when drinking alcohol slows alcohol absorption. speeds up alcohol absorption. decreases the absorption of nutrients in food. increases the absorption of nutrients in food
slows alcohol absoroption
Which type of fiber dissolves in water and can be digested by bacteria in the colon? soluble complex insoluble composite
soluble
A swimmer trying to improve her stroke performance concentrates mainly on upper body weight training; her training program is an example of isometric training. specificity. tension training. isolation.
specificity
Substances designed to kill sperm are known as spermicides. progestins. teratogens. fungicides.
spermicides
Lisa has a strong sense of purpose and meaning to her life. Lisa is demonstrating spiritual health. social support. religiosity. emotional health.
spiritual health
A good way to control portion sizes when you eat out is to choose your meal from a buffet instead of ordering from the menu. split an entrée with a friend or eat only half and take the other half home. order both appetizer and entrée courses. select a vegetarian meal that contains no meat or dairy.
split an entree with a friend or eat only half and take the other half home
Which of the following is true about sterilization? hysterectomy is the only sterilization method used for females. sterilization is a permanent form of birth control achieved through surgical means. there are age limits on sterilization procedures. a tubal ligation is a high-risk procedure only used if other methods are not possible.
sterilization is a permanent form of birth control achieved through surgical means
Vincent has suffered with recurrent cold sores since childhood. When finals were over,Vincent and his girlfriend celebrated by going to their favorite romantic spot. Since Vincenttakes famciclovir (FAMVIR), there is an increased chance of him transmitting the herpes virus to his girlfriend. still some chance that he could transmit the herpes virus to his girlfriend. no chance of him transmitting the herpes virus as long as he has no visible cold sores. nothing to worry about since the medication blocks the action of the herpes virus.
still some chance that he could transmit the herpes virus to his girlfriend
Approximately 20 percent of alcohol is diffused through the large intestine. stomach lining. small intestine. lungs.
stomach lining
Which of the following were cited by college students in a national survey as major impediments to performing well academically? Substance abuse Stress, anxiety, and sleep difficulties Repeated strep infections Carrying a too-heavy course load
stress, anxiety, and sleep difficulties
Which of the following is true with respect to genetics and obesity? adopted children are more likely to be similar in weight to their adopted parents as compared to their biological parents. although genes may influence fat distribution, they do not affect metabolism. studies reveal that identical twins are more likely than fraternal twins to be of similar weight. studies reveal that fraternal twins are more likely than identical twins to be of similar weight.
studies reveal that identical twins are more likely than fraternal twins to be of similar weight
HIV can potentially be transmitted through all of the following EXCEPT a condom breaking during vaginal intercourse. sharing a razor. receiving a blood transfusion prior to 1985. swimming in the same pool as an infected person.
swimming in the same pool as an infected person
Downshifting refers to the process of using meditation to combat the stress response taking steps to simplify one's life.. deliberately completing tasks at a slower pace. allowing passivity to take over as the result of stress.
taking steps to simplify one's life
Which substance in cigarettes is a thick, brownish sludge containing carcinogens? menthol tar carbon monoxide nicotine
tar
For an aerobic exercise such as a Latin dance class, which measurement would you use to confirm that your are working at 64 percent to 96 percent of your maximal heart rate for improved cardiorespiratory fitness? number of sets. number of repetitions. target heart rate. target respiratory rate.
target heart rate
A rise in a woman's basal body temperature signals that ovulation has occurred. the beginning of the menstrual cycle. that fertilization has occurred. the end of the current menstrual period.
that ovulation has occurred
Which of the following is true about sexual identity? it is based solely on genetic factors. the biological mother determines the sex of the child. the biological father determines the sex of the child. it is based mainly on social and cultural influences.
the biological father determines the sex of the child
Nutrients are the constituents in food that the body requires to sustain proper functioning. units of measure that indicate the amount of energy in a particular food. made up of three basic food groups: proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. the healthful compounds found in vitamins and minerals.
the constituents in food that the body requires to sustain proper functioning
David woke up in the middle of the night because he smelled smoke. This most likely caused him to experience insomnia. the flight-or-fight response. the adaptation syndrome. the resistance response.
the flight or fight response
Emily is experiencing an allostatic load due to a dysfunctional relationship, credit card debt, and a challenging course load. Which of the following defines the term allostatic load? The long-term wear and tear on the body caused by the stress response The magnitude of the body's response to a stressor The increased magnitude of a stressor required to cause a response The ability of the immune system to respond to assaults
the long-term wear and tear on the body caused by the stress response
A major influence on our development of a body image is characters you read about in books. how lean or chubby you were as a child. how employers and teachers see you. the media and popular culture.
the media and popular culture
Which of the following is true about being single in the United States? the number of adults electing to remain single is increasing. singles are unable to achieve intimacy through interactions with loved ones. most singles have a hard time finding fulmillment in life. the number of adults electing to remain single is decreasing
the number of adults electing to remain single is increasing
Factors affecting alcohol absorption include all of the following EXCEPT the drinker's weight and body mass. the drinker's mood. the type of drink. the time of day the alcohol is consumed.
the time of day the alcohol is consumed
People with an internal locus of control believe that events turn out as they do based on environmental factors. previous disappointments. their own actions. fate and luck.
their own actions
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. they are the highest amount of a particular nutrient that can be safely consumed on a daily basis. they are the recommended average daily intake by healthy people when the research is limited. they are the amount of intake needed to prevent chronic disease.
they are the reference standard for intake levels necessary to meet the needs of most healthy individuals
Which of the following is NOT true about male condoms? they can be used with baby oil and body lotions as lubricants. they can be purchased with a spermicide. they help prevent the spread of some sexually transmitted infections. they are reliable against pregnancy when used consistently.
they can be used with baby oil and body lotion as lubricants
Which of the following is true about intimate relationships? they are relationships between romantic partners only. they can include relationships with family, friends, and romantic partners. they do not include relationships with family members. they can include relationships with family and friends, but not romantic partners.
they can include relationships with family, friends, and romantic partners
Which of the following statements is true regarding gay and lesbian couples? they seek the same things in primary relationships that heterosexuals do. the number of gay and lesbian households has decreased over the past 10 years. they have low levels of attachment and satisfaction. they can legally marry in nearly all countries of the world.
they seek the same things in primary relationships that heterosexuals do
Psychological health encompasses personal experiences and thoughts of future events. memories, emotions, and interpretations of life experiences. thoughts, including spiritual beliefs, relating to the past, present and future. thoughts, feelings, interactions with others and spirituality.
thought feelings, interactions with others and spirituality
Minerals that the body needs in very small amounts are major minerals. organic minerals. trace minerals. macrominerals.
trace minerals
When liquid oils are hydrogenated, LDLs are produced. trans fatty acids are produced. HDLs are produced. 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 transsexual. transgendered. transvestite. bisexual.
transgendered
Which behavior change model involves six distinct stages and is also known as the stages of change model? Health belief model Transtheoretical model Social cognitive model Shaping model
transtheoretical model
Candi was mortified when her doctor told her that she had a protozoal disease. She probably had candidasis. trichomoniasis. parasitic worms. rickettsia.
trichomoniasis
High levels of this type of cholesterol appear to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, or cholesterol-clogged arteries. LDL HDL Triglycerides ADL
triglycerides
Which of the following is a female sterilization procedure that involves tying off orcauterizing certain structures of the reproductive system? tubal ligation vasectomy hysterotomy suction curettage
tubal ligation
Sharon is a gymnast. A personal trainer measured her body fat at 7 percent. Sharon is underweight. normal weight. overweight. obese.
underweight
Menstrual flow is actually sloughed off fertilized eggs. uterine lining. cervical mucous. corpus luteum.
uterine lining
A surgical sterilization procedure that involves cutting the vas deferens is a(n) endoscopy. tubal ligation. hysterectomy. vasectomy.
vasectomy
Potent and essential organic compounds that promote growth and help to maintain life and health are minerals. nutrients. vitamins. additives.
vitamins
The external female genitalia are collectively referred to as the vulva. endometrium. scrotum epididymis.
vulva
The relatively ineffective method of birth control, known as coitus interruptus, is the body temperature method. calendar method. outercourse method. withdrawal method.
withdrawal method
Which of the following is true about women and alcoholism? the number of women alcoholics exceeds that of men. women get addicted faster with less alcohol than men. alcoholic death rates are lower for women than for men. married women are at the highest risk for alcoholism among females.
women get addicted faster with less alcohol than men
Which of the folliwng is true about communication patterns between men and women? women tend to be more expressive. men often believe that it is acceptable to show emotions. men are more likely to share their innermost thoughts. women tend to be more task oriented.
women tend to be more expressive
Which factor would reduce the likelihood of your choosing a particular person as a partner? your beliefs, attitudes, and values are significantly different. you live in close proximity to each other. you have similar values, interests, and socioeconomic status. you are physically attracted to each other.
your beliefs, attitudes, and values are significantly different