Health Final
The functional knowledge that students should have about disease prevention and health promotion is part of which NHES standard?
core concepts
Peer resistance/refusal skills are important in
countering the initiation of health risk behaviors
In the United States, the educational system is built on the concept of
decentralization, with control given to state and local governing bodies.
Coordinated School Health is designed to do all of the following, EXCEPT
design classroom activities.
The HECAT is based on all of the following, EXCEPT
developing detailed health content knowledge.
What should newly developed rubrics always use?
easily understood descriptors
The quote "Healthy kids make better learners" illustrates the importance of
effective health education
Which of the following is the best predictor of life success?
emotional intelligence
The most significant way to ensure that schools are physically and emotionally safe is to
establish, implement, and enforce relevant policies
Which of the following is NOT one of the ten great public health achievements of the twentieth century highlighted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention?
refrigeration
Which of the following is NOT true of rubrics?
rubrics are a widely used type of performance task
A student in Ms. Johnson's class has parents who are going through a divorce. Although, the student is going through a difficult time, he/she seems to be handling the stress well; on days the student seems to be having a rough time, they seek out the school counselor for help. This student is showing proficiency in which National Health Education Standard?
self management
A critical but often overlooked element of a healthy school environment is
social and psychological climate.
The two main types of oral communication skills are
speaking and listening
Which of the following procedures is NOT included in a policy for the safe administration of medication at the school site?
student guidelines for dispensing of medication
In the theory of planned behavior, the variable that reflects the perceived social pressure to agree or refuse to participate in a behavior is called
subjective norms
The primary focus of traditional health education programs has been
the acquisition of knowledge
One of the most common reasons that adolescents start to engage in risky behavior is that
they believe that their friends do it
Educational institutions are in a unique position to improve health outcomes for youth because
they can reach nearly all young people.
Who has the primary responsibility for maintaining a healthy and safe environment at the building level?
principal
The professionals who most often provide mental health services for students in the school setting are
psychologists, counselors, and social workers.
Which of the following statements best describes the operation of charter schools?
They operate with public monies and conform to state health and safety standards.
"Meet Jim. At first glance, most people would agree that Jim appears to be healthier than he was prior to this taking up jogging. Jim is unarguably healthier cardiovascularly. His circulatory system and his respiratory system are also vastly improved. He has given up cigarette smoking, has lost weight, and has begun eating healthier foods. However, Jim looks terrible, and because of the amount of time he has spent away from home on his new-found jogging interest, his wife has left him. Furthermore, Jim is so preoccupied by his new lifestyle that he no longer spends time with friends, and he no longer has the time to read very much." After Jim's change, he is less emotionally healthy.
True
A quality health education program should contain a sequential curriculum from pre kindergarten through twelfth grade.
True
As a result of compromised spiritual health, a student might feel isolated.
True
Coordinated school health is designed to improve communication and collaboration among stakeholders within the school community.
True
Health promotion activities are gaining credibility as effective ways to promote student academic success.
True
The most visible and most often considered health domain is the
physical domain.
Current science confirms
Student health behaviors and academic outcomes are inextricably intertwined.
Which of the following statements best describes private schools?
.The majority of their funding is generated from student tuition and fees.
What is the ideal maximum ratio of nurse to students in the general school population?
1:750
The World Health Organization definition of health includes which three domains?
physical, mental, and social
Cindy is a 6th grader at Jack Russell Middle School. While walking home from school one day, John stops her and asks if she wants to hang out at Devil's Park. Cindy knows that Devil's Park is an area that people smoke cigarettes and gossip about each other. John then says "Don't be a baby; everyone is going!" Before responding to John, Cindy thinks carefully about her options and the risks involved. Fifteen minutes later, Cindy is sitting at her kitchen table finishing her science homework. Which NHES is addressed in this scenario?
Decision making
Which of the following statements best describes the interaction among the domains of health?
Each domain contributes to overall personal health.
"Meet Jim. At first glance, most people would agree that Jim appears to be healthier than he was prior to this taking up jogging. Jim is unarguably healthier cardiovascularly. His circulatory system and his respiratory system are also vastly improved. He has given up cigarette smoking, has lost weight, and has begun eating healthier foods. However, Jim looks terrible, and because of the amount of time he has spent away from home on his new-found jogging interest, his wife has left him. Furthermore, Jim is so preoccupied by his new lifestyle that he no longer spends time with friends, and he no longer has the time to read very much." After Jim's change, he is more financially healthy.
False
"Meet Jim. At first glance, most people would agree that Jim appears to be healthier than he was prior to this taking up jogging. Jim is unarguably healthier cardiovascularly. His circulatory system and his respiratory system are also vastly improved. He has given up cigarette smoking, has lost weight, and has begun eating healthier foods. However, Jim looks terrible, and because of the amount of time he has spent away from home on his new-found jogging interest, his wife has left him. Furthermore, Jim is so preoccupied by his new lifestyle that he no longer spends time with friends, and he no longer has the time to read very much." After Jim's change, he is more socially healthy.
False
It is reasonable for a teacher to substitute physical education class for recess every now and then when time constraints are tight.
False
People with physical disabilities rarely reach optimal functioning in the other domains of health.
False
Perceived quality of life is reflected in the social domain of health.
False
The amount of time available for health education typically increases as students enter high school.
False
The concept of health comprises only physical health.
False
The main job of school counselors is to evaluate the psychological functioning and needs of students and coordinate referrals with community resources.
False
The recommended nurse:student ratio is 1:750 regardless of the number of students in the building with health conditions.
False
The spiritual dimension of health mainly focuses on the religious beliefs and values.
False
Which of the following has the CDC developed to help schools choose appropriate health education instructional materials?
Health Education Curriculum Analysis Tool
Meet Jim. At first glance, most people would agree that Jim appears to be healthier than he was prior to this taking up jogging. Jim is unarguably healthier cardiovascularly. His circulatory system and his respiratory system are also vastly improved. He has given up cigarette smoking, has lost weight, and has begun eating healthier foods. However, Jim looks terrible, and because of the amount of time he has spent away from home on his new-found jogging interest, his wife has left him. Furthermore, Jim is so preoccupied by his new lifestyle that he no longer spends time with friends, and he no longer has the time to read very much." Before the change, Jim was less physically healthy.
True
Optimal functioning means balancing the dimensions of health.
True
School districts are responsible for children's safety when they are being transported by school buses.
True
Schools are more active in disease prevention than in the delivery of medical care.
True
Socially unhealthy people may focus attention on themselves and negatively affect the people around them.
True
High-level and substantive conversation in the classroom is a
a period of ideas shared in an unscripted forum
Which of the following is NOT a common element of a sound health education curriculum?
a trained and knowledgeable educator
Many educators find it tempting to focus their lesson planning by first choosing
activities
Students who can express opinions based on accurate information about a health issue are demonstrating which NHES standard?
advocacy
When starting a new school year with unfamiliar students, teachers can maximize their planning time by focusing on
age-appropriate practice.
Alison and her friend Steven just saw a commercial on TV for a new snack chip. The commercial said that the chip is a healthy snack because it contains only half as much fat as other snack chips do. Alison and Steven want to know whether this snack is really healthy. Which NHES is addressed in this scenario?
analyzing internal and external influences
When they adapt previous knowledge to other circumstances, students demonstrate that they have learned to ________ new knowledge.
apply
When students are proficient at NHES 3 (accessing information, products, and services), they should be able to do all of the following, EXCEPT
assess personal health status
Brain research related to learning indicates that students learn best when
attitudes about learning are positive.
What do standards provide to the lesson plan?
broad targets
Today, the greatest number of Americans dies from which of the following?
chronic ailments
Authentic instruction discourages in-depth conversations about subject matter.
false
Authentic instructional approaches work best for subjects that emphasize standardized testing for assessment.
false
Comprehensive school health programs encourage homogeneous grouping of students.
false
For classroom teachers to be effective, they must understand the basics of all health behavioral theories.
false
Health education became increasingly more important under the No Child Left Behind Mandates.
false
Health education continues to be a high priority in the majority of elementary schools in the United States.
false
Parents continue to have limited educational options when sending their children to public schools.
false
Recent data show the number of children being homeschooled shrinking.
false
Research has indicated that a teacher's classroom management techniques have little or no effect on student achievement.
false
Schools tend to do a fairly good job of implementing curriculum with fidelity.
false
The Social Cognitive Theory focuses on attitudes toward the behavior, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control.
false
The social cognitive theory is useful in understanding how a student's health behaviors can be influenced by _______________.
family
Which CSH component is needed because student risk behaviors are influenced by a complex set of variables?
family and community involvement
Dana had a fitness test a few months ago. She did not do very well, but her P.E. teacher helped her make a detailed fitness plan incorporating strength training and aerobic exercise. Since then, she has been exercising five times a week.
goal setting
The key components for organizing effective school health programs are
health promotion, disease prevention, medical care.
According to Healthy People, what are the major variables contributing to premature death in the United States?
heredity, environment, access to medical care, risk behaviors
The state board of education is NOT responsible for which of the following?
hiring local school district superintendents
The "backward design" process encourages educators to do what before planning?
identify desired student outcomes
Benefits of school-based health promotion programs for faculty and staff include:
improved morale, increased productivity, decreased absenteeism
Which kind of intelligence gives us the ability to perceive and make distinctions in the moods, feelings, and motivations of others?
interpersonal intelligence
The major change in school health education programs has been the transition from a
knowledge based focus to a skill-based knowledge
One guideline that teachers can use to make decisions about the information necessary for students to know is to build health
lessons on existing student knowledge
With which governmental body must public schools comply?
local,state,and federal
During authentic instruction, students are encouraged to
look for meaning outside the classroom
Brain-based research suggests that which type of environment is best for learning?
low threat but challenging
"Authentic learning" is learning that is
meaningful and significant
A child's brain chemistry can be affected by stress.
true
According to the U.S. Constitution, education is the responsibility of each state.
true
Asking children what they wonder about is an appropriate way of involving them in curriculum planning.
true
Health education is most effective when there is emphasis on social factors, attitudes, and skill development.
true
Questioning of family beliefs and values is a developmental mission in elementary and middle grades.
true
Teacher effectiveness, or ineffectiveness, has been proven to significantly affect student achievement.
true
Teachers should create classroom activities to help students practice thinking skills and move from memorization to problem solving.
true
Teachers should not be surprised when developmental rules are violated by the students' interests and abilities.
true
The most effective learning experiences are those that help students connect health-promoting content and behaviors to other aspects of their lives.
true
The purposes of teachers' unions are to help teachers negotiate contracts and to resolve conflicts or grievances.
true
Which of the following is NOT a developmentally appropriate guideline for learning strategies for elementary students?
using teacher-centered activities
In the early 1900s, the greatest number of Americans died from which of the following?
viral and bacterial infections
Individually appropriate practice would be best used in which of the following situations?
when student characteristic are evident
