PHED Final
what percentage of Americans abstain from drinking alcohol
21 percent
approximately what percentage of Americans consume alcoholic beverages regularly?
50 percent
Jean's hearing has diminished over the years. She probably has the most difficulty hearing
a conversation over the telephone
A form of traditional Chinese medicine that is based on knowledge of the bodys energy channels but does not involve the insertion of needles is
acupressure
Claire wants to avoid taking medication for her chronic tension headaches so she decides to try a form of traditional Chinese medicine that involves the insertion of fine needles at specific points along the bodys energy channels. this complementary health approach is
acupuncture
being flexible in making plans with friends demonstrates
agreeableness
the primary difference between a board certified and board eligible physician is that a board
certified physician has demonstrated competency in a given specialty
Allen visits his aunt every month the day after her Social Security check arrives and badgers her until she writes him a check for $100. This is an example of
elder abuse
an awareness of what others might be going through is called
empathy
which of the following is the most energy dense source of calories in the human diet?
fats
which of the following statements about acid deposition is true?
it causes lakes and ponds to turn a crystal clear deep blue
people who have experienced repeated failures may develop a pattern of response in which they give up and fail to take any positive action. this is called
learned helplessness
a factor commonly seen in women who become victims of intimate partner violence is
low self esteem
the permanent cessation of menstrual periods is
menopause
what percentage of adult Americans are obese?
more than 30 percent less than 40 percent
which of the following statements about diversity in America is true
more than one-third of young millennials are religiously unaffiliated
Which of the following play a role in developing and repairing bone, muscle, skin, and blood cells?
proteins
which form of energy medicine is derived from the Japanese words representing "universal" and "vital energy"?
reiki
communication with health care providers can be improved by all of the following except
relying on your health care provider for all information on health care issues
a musculoskeletal disorder in which the immune system attacks the joints and other tissues is known as
rheumatoid arthritis
Eating food when drinking alcohol
slows alcohol absorption
Miles is 75 and he has been diagnosed with presbycusis. What can he do to help him cope with this problem?
wear hearing aids
as the end of the term approached. hakim became increasingly anxious about failing calculus and losing his scholarship. his best friend who had taken the class the semester before reminded hakim that he'd aced every exam thus far told him that the final would cover the same topics and suggested that hakim closely review his prior exams. this example best illustrates
appraisal support
relationships can cause stress in all of the following ways except
aspiring to be the best one can be
the two upper chambers of the heart that receive blood are the
atria
Walking to class or up a flight of stairs would be examples of
physical activity
the testes manufacture
sperm and testosterone
in many cultures, breath, or the force of that animates life is synonymous with
spirit
Which of the following statements is true with respect to the relationship between body image and culture?
In the US white females experience greater rates of body dissatisfaction than females from other racial/ ethnic groups
the definition of spirituality for an individual is
a sense of peace, purpose, connection to others, and meaning in life
what percentage of Americans with low back pain become permanently disabled?
about 12 percent
what percentage of the world lacks adequate sleep?
about 45%
Greg frequently gets cold sores (caused by HSV-1). He recently noticed that his left eye had a painful lesion, and he immediately made an appointment with his doctor. Greg's eye most likely became infected with the herpes virus when he touched his mouth and shortly afterward rubbed his eye, which is transmission via
autoinoculation
Self-care involves all of the following EXCEPT
avoiding medication and taking a "tough it out" approach to illness.
Tyler wants to win the trumpet soloist competition this year. His practice time always ends up being the same time his friends are going out to party. Tyler always goes along for the party because he figures he can squeeze in a few minutes of practice somewhere in his schedule. It is competition week and Tyler has come down with a terrible stomach bug. Tyler's illness may be related to
behavior that is inconsistent with his goals.
Allison has had a few boyfriends but she often feels more romantic and sexual attraction to women as well. allsion is
bisexual
Karen is a figure skater who regularly performs in public. she is extremely dissatisfied with her appearance and has gone through three cosmetic surgeries to alter her facial structure. Karen is most likely suffering from
body dysmorphic disorder
which of the following is not a major health related component of physical activity
body image
which of the following provides a ready source of energy for daily activities?
carbohydrates
which of the following is a major contributor to college students lack of sleep
electronic devices
Violence directed at others and based on prejudice and discrimination is
ethnoviolence
all of the following behaviors will compromise your immune systems ability to fight infections EXCEPT
exercising regularly
micheal and jill live together and are planning to marry once they graduate from college. they also would both like to have children- but not right away. Micheal has a history of genital herpes and is concerned about not transmitting this infection to jill. of the following methods of contraception which might be the best choice for them?
female condoms
which form of birth control involves alteration of sexual behavior during certain times of the month?
fertility awareness
religion is distinguished from spirituality by its
focus on behavioral and outward practices
You have been looking at numerous new homes. The nausea and fatigue you are attributing to the stress of buying a new house may actually be due to exposure to
formaldehyde
the condition of elevated blood glucose levels during a pregnancy is called
gestational diabetes
the surge in obesity rates around the world has become known as
globesity
all of the following are recommended for avoiding contracting or spreading a respiratory infection EXCEPT
going to work sick as long as you take your medication
cardiovascular disease
has been the leading cause of death for the US for 100 years
Which of the following categories describes the small stressors, frustrations, and petty annoyances that collectively can add up to a higher level of stress?
hassles
spiritual health can best be described as
having a sense of meaning and purpose in one's life
Rafael is committed to his study of ecology and the effects of climate change. additionally, he tries to show respect for all living things. which of the following statements best describes Rafael?
he demonstrates spiritual health
The absence of clinical indicators of cardiovascular disease and the presence of certain behavioral and health factor metrics is known as
ideal cardiovascular health
By federal law, when can women elect to have an abortion without legal restrictions?
in the first trimester
When marcy moved into her dorm her parents and best friend helped. this example best illustrates
instrumental support
which hormone is required by the bodys cells for uptake of glucose?
insulin
the ability to think clearly, analyze information, and use ones mental capacity to meet life's changes is known as
intellectual health
the fastest acting method of drug administration is
intramuscular
the so-called pleasure circuit
is also known as the mesolimbic dopamine system
A cluster of conditions that strongly increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes is known as
metabolic syndrome
in which of the following countries do citizens get the most sleep?
mexico
By the year 2060, the population of the united states will be
more than 25% Hispanic
the amount of force that a muscle is capable of exerting is referred to as
muscular strength
when trying to ensure clean air in your home, sources of pollution to look for include all of the following except
nitroglycerine
which of the following populations in the US has the highest prevalence of overweight or obesity?
non-Hispanic black women
Lawrence is 47 years old and has become frustrated because his vision is no longer sharp enough to do crossword puzzles unless he wears magnifying eyeglasses he purchased at his local drug store. He probably has
normal age related vision
vimala suffers from chronic low back pain. her doctor will most likely prescribe all of the following except
opioid pain relievers
crystal, who maintains a slender body weight by limiting her food intake and excersizing daily, assumes that people who are obese have no willpower. this assumption is an example of
stereotypes
which of the following statements about intimate relationships is true?
supportive intimate relationships are associated with a longer life span
a person suffering from body dysmorphic disorder would likely
take extreme measures to alter certain physical features
Using a nicotine patch for smoking cessation is an example of which route of administration?
transdermal