Health Study Set

Gonorrhea can be cured without causing permanent damage.

False

The first line of defense against infection includes

physical and chemical barriers

The amount of calories burned depends upon the type, duration, and intensity of the activity.

True

The immediate, initial response by any bystander during EMS involves his/her care for the victim of an injury or illness until professional medical care arrives at the scene of the accident.

True

The openings into your body, such as your mouth, eyes, and nose, are covered by protective linings called mucous membranes.

True

The placenta is usually delivered after the fetus is delivered

True

The vagina normally contains mostly "good" bacteria, and fewer "harmful" bacteria.

True

There has never been a case of HIV transmitted by mouth-to-mouth CPR.

True

To decrease your craving for sugary foods, you should eat a healthy well-balanced diet.

True

Teen pregnancy is a societal problem associated with many negative consequences. List two negative consequences that may have life-long effects, on the children, with teenage parents.

Two consequences are the children of teen moms might not have a good education (they might drop out) and the child might have development issues.

Approximately how long does sperm maturation take?

Two weeks ??????

Chlamydia cannot be easily treated or cured with antibiotics.

False

What is an ovum?

Egg

Active-listening and effective communication

Skills used to negotiate conflict

Approximately, how many compressions should occur every minute during CPR?

100

It is estimated that __________________ children are born with fetal alcohol syndrome in the United States.

30 out of 100 ???

Gonorrhea is a very common infectious disease.The CDC estimates that over ________people are infected annually in the United States.

700,000

Fear of loss can accompany even the most desirable experiences. What strategy could you use to help cope with change?

A change chart

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

A policy that you buy to cover health care costs

According to the Centers for Disease Control, about what percentage of heart attack deaths occur before professional medical attention can be given?

About 50%

How far up does the troposphere go?

About 6 miles

What is the generic name for Tylenol?

Acetaminophen

Which product is a brand name for ibuprofen?

Advil

People who cannot control their use of alcohol suffer from a disease called ________.

Alcoholism

Which of the following conditions is least likely to occur if the respiratory system is damaged by air pollutants?

Arthritis

Sexually active women age 25 years and younger should be screened for Chlamydia ______.

At least once a year

Your body needs to stay in a state of homeostasis. What does this mean?

Continual balance

According to the Food and Drug Administration's Birth Control Booklet, which of the following implanted methods is the most effective in preventing pregnancy?

Copper IUD, IUD with Progestin, or Implantable Rod

Which of the following is not a major type of infectious agent or pathogen?

Diabetes

Of all of the barrier methods described in the Food and Drug Administration Birth Control Guide, which one is the most effective in preventing pregnancy?

Diaphragm with spermicide

To correspond online with someone who doesn't value the same things as you do

Differing Values

Which of the following is the safest, most sensible way to lose weight?

Exercise

Which of the following is helpful when managing your stress level?

Exercising, Eating properly, or Talking to someone

Which of the following statements about the causes of mental illness is NOT true?

Experiences a person has as a child play no role in causing mental disorders.

At 7.5 weeks the embryo has developed _________

Eyelids with pigmented eyes

Negotiation means to communicate about an issue and never reach an acceptable solution.

False

Sexting is fun and flirty and there are no laws against it.

False

Students who are perceived as weak or unable to defend themselves are less likely to be victims of bullying.

False

The amniotic fluid empties when the fetus is delivered.

False

The cervix is a muscle that contracts during labor.

False

Emotional abuse is saying or doing something to another person that causes the person to experience which of the following?

Feel afraid, Feel manipulated, or Feel controlled

Once a sperm penetrates an egg, the result is a __________, which contains ______ chromosomes.

Fertilized egg, 46

Being a wise consumer can help you be ______________

Happy, Satisfied, Or Healthier

What is the best way to avoid risky situations?

Have a plan in place and follow your plan

Once the sperm leaves the testes, what part of the epididymis does it travel to?

Head

Which of the following is a side effect of "The Pill"?

Headache, Breast tenderness, Nausea, or Menstrual cycle changes

What does HMO stand for?

Health Maintenance Organization

A chemical substance that people of any age may not lawfully manufacture, possess, buy, or sell is known as a(n)

Illegal drug

One of the problems that occurs as a consequence of CFC pollution is __________.

Increase in skin cancer in humans

Signs and symptoms of dehydration include all of the following except:

Increase in urine production

Chlamydia is known as a "silent" disease because___________________

Infected individuals experience no symptoms

An example of the body's second line of defense against a pathogen is

Inflammation

Why is meeting the needs for a growing population difficult?

It is difficult because the growing population has necessities (food, water, etc.) and the Earth only has so many of those things.

A goal that you plan to reach over an extended period of time is a ________________.

Long term goal

Which is NOT a short term goal?

Lose 25 lbs

An illness that affects the brain and reduces a person's ability to cope, to adjust to everyday life changes, or to get along with others is called a(n)

Mental disorder

A(n) ___________ is a false or mistaken point of view or opinion.

Misconception

The embryo at eight weeks can________________.

Move their jaw and point toes

Blogs and chat rooms

Online forums

What hormone stimulates lactation, making it possible for moms to breastfeed their children?

Oxytocin

Which of the following mental illness does NOT begin during adolescence?

PTSD

Infectious diseases are caused by

Pathogens

Vaccines are produced from weakened or killed

Pathogens

Of the emergency contraception medicines described in the Food and Drug Administration's Birth Control Booklet, which one is the most effective in preventing pregnancy?

Plan B

Communication strategies that can help you say "NO" when you are being encouraged to take part in behaviors that you know are unsafe, unhealthy, or that goes against your values.

Refusal skills

A boy at school continues to pressure you into trying/using drugs, the best thing to do is

Remove yourself from the situation

The eyes can dilate, regulate light, and even produce tears by the _______________ month.

Sixth

Which of the following is the first line of defense against pathogens?

Skin

What are the harmful effects from UV rays?

Skin Cancer

The most common air pollutant is:

Smog

At twelve weeks, the jaw moves and you can see _______________________.

Taste buds

If the vagina is like a hallway, what structure acts as a door to allow sperm to enter?

The cervix

At 6 weeks, the embryo is developing _________________ .

The diaphragm and white blood cells

Which of the following individuals are especially vulnerable to the effects of air pollution?

The elderly and Children

How could human population growth affect the environment?

The growing population could cause the Earth's resources to be used up leading to a bigger global warming problem, not enough food, water shortages, and poverty.

At four weeks, the embryo is developing _______________ .

The heart, liver, and brain

Which statement is not true about mucous membranes. ?

They are a nonspecific immune response.

Which of the following is true about gametes?

They contain half of the parental chromosomes

A scientist who studies addiction has proven that a person is more at risk of becoming an addict if

They have family members who have had a drug problem. They start drugs at a young age. They have mental health problems like depression. They hang around other people who use drugs.

What are three possible consequences of drinking alcohol during pregnancy?

Three possible consequences are a miscarriage, the baby being born with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and mental and behavioral issues.

Change is very difficult for some people.. Operationally, it can be identified as anytime one or more of four shifts occur—something in your life starts, stops, increases, or decreases. This process is called...

Transition time

A misconception is a false or mistaken view, opinion, or attitude.

True

A mother's lifestyle choices can influence the baby later in life.

True

A social benefit of physical activity is that exercising with a friend can be fun.

True

A vaccine causes the immune system to respond by fighting a pathogen without having symptoms of infection.

True

Cilia are tiny hair-like structures that line your air passages to help trap and remove pathogens.

True

Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are both life-threatening emergencies.

True

Teen dating violence is a pattern of physically, sexually, verbally, and/or emotionally abusive behavior in a dating relationship.

True

You can get Chlamydia in your throat by having oral sex with an infected partner.

True

You can lower your blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke if you learn to manage your stress.

True

What hollow, muscular tube transports the oocyte from the ovary to the uterus?

Uterine tube

What are vaccines, and how do they work?

Vaccines are dead or weakened pathogens that are injected into your body. The vaccine makes your body get introduced to that pathogen without the symptoms of that disease.

The ductus deferens is also known as the:

Vas deferens

Which of the following is NOT an example of the body's first line of defense against infection?

White blood cells

The fetus is nourished by the __________ during the first 7 weeks and by the _______ from week 8 through birth.

Yolk sac, Placenta

Describe three parts of the first line of defense that the body uses to protect itself against infections.

Your skin prevents infections from getting into your body. Tears trap pathogens, wash them away, and kill them. Cilia line your throat, trapping the pathogens from getting into your system when you breathe in "infected" air.

Self-actualization is

achieving one's full potential, including artistic expression.

What is the substance responsible for providing us quick (instant) energy to deal with emergency situations?

adenosine triphosphate

What is the correct order of the three stages of the body's stress response?

alarm stage, resistance stage, exhaustion stage

tips for negotiating a conflict include which of the following?

allow each person to share his or her opinion, practice active listening, and use effective communication

Your personal behavior

can affect the people closest to you.

Saliva and tears perform all of the following roles except ______.

creating immunity against pathogens.

A stressor is a(n)

event or situation that causes stress.

The inflammatory response causes swelling because it

increases blood flow to the area of the injury.

Tolerance causes a drinker's body to need

increasingly larger amounts of alcohol to achieve the original effect.

Which of the following is NOT true of adrenaline?

it is located in your liver

The food label on a package of pretzels states a percent Daily Value for the iron of 5 percent. This means that

one serving of the pretzels contains 5 percent of the iron that the average person needs each day.

Arrange the basic human needs in order according to Maslow's hierarchy, starting at the bottom and ending at the top.

physiological needs, safety, belonging, esteem

The flight or fight response

refers to your body's physical and chemical response to stress

Basal Metabolic Rate is the energy needed for which of the following activities:

resting/sleeping

Which of the following is a role of carbohydrates?

supplying energy for your body's functions

What is your basal metabolic rate?

the rate at which you use energy when your body is at rest

Why is suicide awareness important?

to lower the annual suicide rates, to help friends and/or family members that are consumed with suicidal thoughts, or to recognize the early warning signs of suicide

Which of the following is NOT an example of drug misuse?

using prescription medication appropriately

Which of the following forms when moisture in the air interacts with nitrogen oxide and sulfur dioxide?

Acid rain

What gland is responsible for the flight-or-fight reflex?

Adrenal

Which of the following is not a gland in the endocrine system?

Adrenaline

It is important to have a group of people to support you when you are struggling or trying to cope with various issues. This outside support group could include people from which of the following:

Adults, Teachers, or Friends or peers

The Advil commercial was supposed to make me think/feel that

Advil is a better choice because I will spend less time awake and more time asleep, Advil is a better choice if I am camping in the woods, or Advil is a better choice for females.

One theory for the obesity epidemic in America presented in this unit is that

Americans have access to a poor diet that is highly promoted at low-cost

Mothers who drink while they are pregnant often produce children that demonstrate which of the following behaviors?

Belligerent and stubborn

Which of the following is not a part of the inflammatory response?

Blood flow to the area decreases.

Damage to the ozone layer is primarily caused by the use of:

CFC

Stimulants are drugs that

Can cause tumors or cancer

Which of the following can be used to bully another person?

Cell phone, Computer, or Gaming console

What small hair-like structures catch the oocyte as it is released from the ovary?

Cilia

Which of the following is NOT one of the four main groups of psychoactive drugs.

Cocaine

When someone looks at or compares different products to find out which is best for them it is called

Comparison shopping

Which of the following drugs will most likely cause the following symptoms: lack of energy, drowsiness, slurred speech, and a lower respiration rate.

Depressants

Syphilis is transmitted from one person to another through _____________.

Direct contact

Which of the following is NOT a good way to prevent dehydration?

Drink 64 ounces caffeinated liquids like coffee, tea, or soda

Cyberbullying is being mean to someone through which of the following:

E-mail, Blogs, and Chatrooms

When an individual assumes another person's electronic identity, they are committing which type of abuse?

Electonic

Cell phones, computers, gaming consoles

Electronic devices used for cyberbullying

If uncoiled, this structure would measure approximately 23 feet.

Epididymis

A drug that speeds up activities of the central nervous system is known as a depressant.

False

A social norm is an unexpected form of behavior in a given situation.

False

Avoidance means settling a dispute with the help of a third party.

False

Electronic aggression is also known as physical abuse.

False

Everyone responds the same in similar situations.

False

Gardasil does not protect against most genital warts or cancer of the vulva, vagina and/or anus.

False

Inflammation is the process that occurs when your body destroys pathogens that it has previously encountered before the pathogens are able to cause disease.

False

Marks and bruises have to be left to be considered physical abuse.

False

Most insurance companies will not provide Medicaid and Medicare health insurance for patients in need of mental health care services in Clark County.

False

The symptoms for the deepest burns are classified as first-degree burns.

False

The umbilical cord is cut by the doctor before the delivery of the fetus in order to protect the head.

False

The weight that you lose when following a fad diet is permanent.

False

There are more injuries among student athletes during practice than there are student injuries in Physical Education class.

False

There is a pattern of abuse in a violent dating relationship - tension building, explosion, and honeymoon. Each phase must go on for several years in order to be classified as abusive.

False

Two different antibiotics are used to treat and cure Bacterial Vaginosis (BV): Metronidazole and/or Clindamycin. Once an individual takes the prescribed medication they are immune to BV and cannot be infected again.

False

Usually, during labor contractions are about 3 minutes long in duration.

False

Violence is the act of seeking power and attention through psychological, emotional, or physical abuse of another person.

False

Withdrawing from virtual technology abuse and not attempting to tell anyone or resolve the issue is called Mediation.

False

You can get vaccinated against HIV easily.

False

You can only get syphilis once in your lifetime, after that, your body destroys it before symptoms occur.

False

Which of the following are risk factors for drug abuse and addiction?

Family history to mental illness, Family history of addiction, or Peer pressure

At ten weeks the embryo is called (a/an) ___________?

Fetus

How do moderate fevers (below 39°C or 103°F) help fight infection?

Fevers prevent the growth of pathogens.

When the problems and stress in your life become too difficult to manage, you should

Find someone to talk to

There are both long term and short term consequences of being a teen parent. One of the biggest problems in society with teen pregnancy (male and female) is the inability to _________.

Finish high school

If a store gave you redeemable coupons for merchandise, what type of technique would they be using?

Free gift/rewards

Which of the following is NOT a physiological need from Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Friends

Ring worm is a skin disease that is caused by a

Fungus

What is the study of heredity?

Genetics

_______ is the most common STD in the United States, according to the CDC.

Genital herpes

The __________ prevents the sun's heat from rising out of the atmosphere and flowing back to space.

Greenhouse effect

Which of the following factors, has an impact on your health, but is beyond your ability to change or control?

Heredity

Glands are located throughout your body and release substances called:

Hormones

Which of the following is a nonspecific defense against pathogens?

Inflammation

Advertisements are used to primarily

Inform you, Entertain you, And Sell their product

What part of the uterine tube is the portion closest to the uterus and connects the uterine tube to the uterine wall?

Isthmus

A powerful emotion resulting in negative and strong feelings.

Jealousy

Resistance is a natural human response. Which activity listed below will help you take control of your life?

Make a list of sort and long term goals

You and a friend are at a party where almost everyone is drinking. Your friend, who has had only two or three beers, offers to drive you home. What should you do?

Make sure your friend doesn't drive at all and call a parent for a ride.

Which of the following is not a persuasive technique used in advertising?

Non-Causality

Which one of the following implanted methods offer the best protection against sexually transmitted diseases?

None

According to the Food and Drug Administration's Birth Control Booklet, the most effective permanent method that protects against sexually transmitted disease is the _______________.

None of them

Some changes in your life are out of your control and some are a result of decisions you have made. This process can be .....

Not your fault

Sexual activity is any form of sexual contact which includes:

Oral, Vaginal intercourse, and Anal intercourse

Taking too much of a drug that leads to coma or death is called a(n)

Overdose

A system based upon experiences, prior knowledge, and perceptions that are used to govern thinking, actions, and behaviors.

Personal belief system

Which of the following does not lead to the creation of the ozone?

Plants

This can lead to a misunderstanding or saying something inappropriate.

Poor communication

A good indication that you are coping well with stress is that you can focus on the____.

Positive aspects of change

When a person feels like they are losing control over something

Power Struggle

A family medical doctor or general practitioner is called a _________.

Primary care physician

Which of the following nutrients is essential for the following functions: growth and development, manufacturing hormones, antibodies, enzymes, and tissues.

Proteins

Peas and beans are good plant sources of _________.

Proteins and amino acids

A medical doctor who handles particular kinds of patients or medical conditions (i.e. mental health disorders) is called a ___________________.

Psychiatrist

If the ozone is lower in the atmosphere it can cause:

Respiratory Issues

During the last trimester of pregnancy, the fetus begins to have periods of______________.

Rest and activity

Which of the following best represents proper refusal skills?

Say no and keep saying it. Don't offer excuses. You do not need to justify yourself, just say no.

Goal setting is very important, which of the following is a good reason for it?

Setting goals provides you with motivation and self-confidence, or Setting goals allows you to take a look at the distractions that may get in the way of accomplishing your goals, or Setting goals helps provide direction for where you want to go in life.

Any form of sexual contact including oral, vaginal, or anal intercourse is known as __________.

Sexual activity

Which of the following are ways to register to be an organ and tissue donor?

Sign up at DMV or Sign up on your state's online registry

If you can get along with others, at work, school, and/or play, you are said that you have good _________.

Social health

This occurs when muscles or ligaments overstretch. It is usually treated by following the RICE method (Rest, Ice, Elevation, Compression).

Sprains and strains

Medicaid is financed jointly by the federal government and the ___________.

States

According to the Food and Drug Administration's Birth Control Booklet, the most effective permanent method of birth control is _______________.

Sterilization for men and women, or Sterilization implant for women

The two main functions of the epididymis are to:

Store and mature sperm

Which of the following examples is not included in the tension building phase of an abusive relationship?

Tension is released in a burst of physical abuse

Which of the following glands produce testosterone?

Testes

What tool is used by the EPA to provide the public with information on local air quality and whether air pollution levels pose a health concern?

The Air Quality Index

All of the following are examples of hormonal methods:

The Pill, Vaginal Contraceptive Ring, and Patch

People can become addicted to prescription medications if

The medication is not taken as directed. You take medication not prescribed to them

Abstinence is the only 100% effective way of preventing an unwanted pregnancy.

True

Abstinence is the refusal to take part in any activity that puts your health or the health of others at risk.

True

Alcohol and other drug use among our nation's youth remains a major public health problem?

True

Anyone can register to be a donor, even though additional authorization may be needed before donation can actually occur if the person is a minor.

True

Cervarix and Gardasil vaccinations are licensed, safe, and effective for females ages 9 through 26 years?

True

Infectious diseases are also known as communicable diseases.

True

It is important to make relationship decisions based on your own comfort level and personal beliefs. You should not feel pressured into a sexual relationship.

True

LSD, marijuana, and ecstasy are categorized as Schedule I drugs.

True

Mental health care services and costs depend on the diagnosis and treatment for each individual.

True

People with good emotional health are in control over their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

True

Physical abuse is any intentional unwanted contact with another person's body.

True

Physical activity is any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles resulting in energy expenditure.

True

Processed carbohydrates (simple sugars) do not contain natural sources of nutrients like complex carbohydrates (whole grains).

True

Abuse does not include which of the following examples?

Violence

Genital Herpes is a (n)

Virus

Outdoor gaseous pollutants come from:

Volcanoes, Fires, and Industry

One of the best ways to prevent the spread of disease is to

Wash your hands.

Which one of the following food items does not contain calories?

Water

On a food label, food ingredients are listed in order by

Weight, from most to least

At what point in her life does a female make her ova?

When she was still a fetus

When a drug-dependent person stops taking that drug his or her body demonstrates symptoms known as _______.

Withdrawl

Body image refers to

perceptions of how you view your own body