Final_HEALTHY WEALTHY WISE

One standard drink equals

12 ounces of beer or 1.5 ounces of 80 proof liquor.

What is the US Department of Heath and Human Services' recommendation for the minimum amount of moderate-intensity exercise for adults?

150 minutes per week

Tasha is 23 years old. Her MAXIMAL heart rate is

191 beats per minute.

What percentage of Americans abstain from drinking alcohol?

25%

The body fat percentage below which a man is considered to be underweight is

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?

3,500

How long does it take for the average adult to metabolize four 12-ounce beers?

4 hours

Binge drinking is defined for the typical adult as

4 or more drinks for females or 5 or more drinks for males in about two hours.

Approximately what percentage of Americans consume alcoholic beverages regularly?

50%

What is the percentage of alcohol in 100 proof whiskey?

50%

Which form of birth control is injected every three months to remain effective?

Depo-Provera

Which of the following represents the primary differences between emotional health and mental health?

Emotional health deals with feelings rather than thought processes.

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.

Francisco just found out his HIV test is positive. Which of the following statements is true?

Francisco should seek treatment as soon as possible to slow progression of the disease.

The virus responsible for causing genital warts is

HPV.

Which change model was created to illustrate "how firmly held ideas affect behavior change"?

Health Belief model

Which of the following is TRUE about target heart rate?

It is a percentage of your maximum heart rate.

Regular aerobic exercise can reduce which type of cholesterol, known as "bad cholesterol"?

LDLs

Which of the following is TRUE about major depression in college students?

Many students do not seek help for depression because of the stigma associated with seeing a counselor.

When Maria's boyfriend returned from the health clinic, he told her he had been diagnosed with gonorrhea. Which of the following statements is true?

Maria should go to the clinic to get tested for gonorrhea and treated if she has it.

Which STI occurs in stages over a period of years?

Syphilis.

Jane is sedentary and obese. What effect, if any, do these have on her dimensions of health?

They affect all her dimensions of health.

Which behavior change model involved six distinct changes and is also known as the "stages of change model"?

Transtheoretical model

Alicia has been experiencing persistent sadness, despair and hopelessness. She is displaying symptoms of:

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.

Wellness is best described as

a dynamic process

Jeff and Dana have been married for two years. Their relationship involves exclusive sexual involvement with each other. This demonstrates

a monogamous relationship.

A pop quiz in class is an example of:

a stressor.

When doing some form of aerobic exercise, you are at a moderate level of intensity when you are

able to converse with someone

Oral contraceptive pills are

about 91 percent effective at preventing pregnancy with typical use.

Exercise can improve mental health by

affecting neurotransmitters associated with mood enhancement

Hearing a piercing scream late at night while walking on a campus path would likely trigger which phase of the general adaptation syndrome?

alarm.

Urinating frequently after alcohol consumption occurs because

alcohol is a diuretic.

The contemporary definition of wellness is

all factors leading to positive health status or overall well-being

Which of the following is most likely to cause eustress instead of distress?

an impending promotion.

When the body is invaded by antigens, the immune system forms substances called

antibodies.

Smokeless tobacco users

are 50 times more likely to develop oral cancers than nonusers.

Suicide prevention techniques include:

asking directly if the person intends to hurt himself of herself.

College students are:

at increased risk for suicide if they indentify at LGBT.

The minimum amount of energy the body uses at complete rest is known as the

basal metabolic rate.

Sexual orientation is based on which of the following factors?

biological, psychological, and socioenvironmental

The two contraceptive methods most commonly used by college students are

birth control pills and male condoms.

All of the following are ways to measure the intensity of cardiovascular exercise EXCEPT

blood gas analysis INCLUDE target heart rate talk test rating of perceived exertion

Which of the following is NOT a major health-related component of physical fitness?

body image

Sierra, now 31, has been trying to get pregnant since she got married 4 years ago. Her doctor suspects that their infertility problem was likely caused by her history of PID from the most commonly reported STI. During her early 20s, Misty had contracted

chlamydia.

The last stage of liver disease that can result from years of heavy drinking is

cirrhosis.

Which of the following statements is true with respect to the relationship between body image and culture?

commercials often convey messages related to physical attractiveness.

The fertilization of an ovum by a sperm is

conception.

According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, the most complete, ideal type of love is

consummate love.

The various methods used to prevent pregnancy are known as

contraception.

Which of the following lubricants is safe to use with a condom?

contraceptive foam

Which of the following hormones might contribute to the "Freshman 15" - the tendency to gain about 15 pounds during the first year of college.

cortisol.

Drinking games result in the consumption of large quantities of alcohol in a short period of time and have been associated with

death from alcohol poisoning.

The process by which addicts get an addictive substance out of their system as part of ending their dependence on it is

detoxification.

The body naturally experiences an increased metabolic rate

during pregnancy.

Which environmental factor encourages us to increase our food consumption?

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?

eat before you go and alternate alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks.

The most important goal of "Healthy People 2020" is to

eliminate health disparities and improve the health of all population groups

Which type of physical activity involves planned, structured, and repetitive body movement?

exercise

All of the following behaviors will compromise your immune system's ability to fight infections except

exercising regularly.

Many men are reluctant to have a vasectomy because of the

fear of decreased sexual performance.

Psychologically healthy people:

feel comfortable interacting with others.

Which form of birth control involves alteration of sexual behavior during certain times of the month?

fertility awareness

A rise in body temperature that occurs to destroy invading cells is a(n)

fever.

According to the Transtheoretical model, a person in the "pre contemplation stage"

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?

hassle.

A 26-year-old male would be considered obese if

he has a body mass index of 30 or higher.

Regular aerobic exercise improves the functioning of the

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 B.

Which effect does carbon monoxide have on the body?

it diminishes the oxygen-carrying capacity of the red blood cells.

Which statement best summarizes what happens when particulate matter condenses in the lungs?

it forms tar, a thick, brownish sludge.

Which of the following statements about nicotine is true?

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.

Which of the following has been recommended as a method for managing stress?

keeping a journal to track your stressors, worries and options.

A mentally healthy student who gets a bad grade on an exam would respond by:

learning from the situation and improving study habits.

The number of years a person if anticipated to live based on conditions at their time of birth is

life expectancy

The main site of alcohol metabolism is the

liver.

The amount of force that a muscle is capable of exerting is referred to as

muscular strength

Which substance in cigarettes is a highly addictive stimulant?

nicotine.

Kissing and erotic touching are examples of

nonverbal sexual communication.

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.

Which of the following is an example of a test that assesses muscular endurance?

partial curl-up test

Disease-causing agents are called

pathogens.

Walking to class or up a flight of stairs would be examples of

physical endurance

If you can perform regular moderate to vigorous levels of physical activity without excessive fatigue, you are considered to be

physically fit

Family health background and the behaviors of family members are examples of

predisposing factors

The stage of syphilis that is characterized by a bacteria-filled chancre is

primary syphilis.

To "successfully change a behavior", a person must recognize that change is a(n)

process that occurs in stages

Angel broke up with her boyfriend of two years. In order to cope with the failed relationship, she should

reach out to trusted friends and share her feelings with them.

Fertility is a person's ability to

reproduce

In a fitness program, the slogan "use it or lose it" describes which principle?

reversibility

The sac that contains the testes is the

scrotum.

According to Maslow's hierarchy, individuals who have satisfied their basic needs have attained their full potential are:

self-actualized.

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-efficacy

A driver is considered impaired when he or she has a blood alcohol concentration of

0.08% or higher.

Which of the following statements is true regarding gay and lesbian couples?

they seek the same things in primary relationships that heterosexuals do.

Psychological health encompasses

thoughts, feelings, interactions with others, and spirituality.

When a person's gender identity does not match one's biological sex, this is known as being

transgendered.

Candi was mortified when her doctor told her that she had a protozoal disease. She probably had

trichomoniasis.

Sharon is a gymnast. A personal trainer measured her body fat at 7 percent. Sharon is

underweight.

Menstrual flow is actually sloughed off

uterine lining.

A surgical sterilization procedure that involves cutting the vas deferens is a(n)

vasectomy.

The range of motion that a joint or series of joints can achieve is

flexibility

Training for muscle endurance can be done with

free weights, machines, resistance equipment, or your own body weight

What are the components of the FITT principle that apply to all types of exercise?

frequency, intensity, time, and type

To replenish vital energy stores, which of the following would be particularly helpful?

getting more sleep and "down time".

Regular exercise

improves concentration

Substances designed to kill sperm are known as

spermicides.

Lisa has a strong sense of purpose and meaning to her life. Lisa is demonstrating:

spiritual health.

A good way to control portion sizes when you eat out is to

split an entrée with a friend or eat only half and take the other half home.

Downshifting refers to the process of:

taking steps to simplify one's life.

The relatively ineffective method of birth control, known as coitus interruptus, is the

withdrawal method.

Which of the following is true about women and alcoholism?

women get addicted faster with less alcohol than men.

Which of the following is true about communication patterns between men and women?

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.

Which statement BEST summarizes the association between exercise and improved immunity?

Moderate-intensity exercise temporarily increases the number of white blood cells, thereby boosting immunity

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.

Fertility awareness methods of birth control include all of the following EXCEPT

abstinence INCLUDES * the body temperature method. * the calendar method. * the cervical mucous method.

When an individual's body increases its metabolic rate to compensate for an increased food intake, this is the process known as

adaptive thermogenesis.

Which type of exercise is BEST for improving cardiorespiratory fitness?

aerobic

The physical flaw that most individuals associate with negative body image is

body weight.

The CDC recommends HPV vaccinations for

both boys and girls beginning age 11.

An eating disorder that may lead to the erosion of tooth enamel due to frequent purging is

bulimia nervosa.

Which substance in cigarettes decreases the oxygen-carrying capacity of red blood cells?

carbon monoxide.

Abstention from any type of sexual activity with others is known as

celibacy.

Which of the following occurs within 24 hours of quitting smoking?

chance of heart attack decreases.

Alcohol consumption during pregnancy can cause significant brain damage and other impairments in the fetus; this condition is known as

fetal alcohol syndrome.

Stress management consists of:

finding balance and developing coping strategies.

The physiological state in which all body systems are in balance and functioning normally is:

homeostasis.

The best definition of body image is

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 of the following?

human error

Bethany is 42 and has cervical cancer. It is probably related to an infection she had during her college years, which was

human papillomavirus (HPV).

The part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall reaction to stress is the?

hypothalamus.

To manage stress, the first step is to:

identify and assess the stressors in your life.

To ensure its effectiveness, the best place to store a condom would be

in a bathroom storage drawer away from sharp objects.

A high waist-to-hip ratio would indicate that more fat is stored

in the abdominal area.

Over the last 20 years, the calorie intake of Americans has increased. This is due in part to

increased availability of extremely large serving sizes of food.

A person's exercise metabolic rate (EMR) will increase if he or she

increases the activity level from light to moderate.

Exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease by all of the following EXCEPT

increasing LDL levels INCLUDE improving blood flow increasing heart efficiency increasing the number of capillaries

Exercise reduces stress primarily by:

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.

The "ability to think clearly, analyze information, and use one's mental capacity to meet life's challenges" is known as which type of health?

intellectual health

The six dimensions of wellness

interact continuously

According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, love involves

intimacy, passion, and commitment.

Relationships characterized by behavioral interdependence, need fulfillment, emotional attachment, and emotional availability are

intimate relationships.

Which of the following statements is true about NuvaRing?

it exposes the user to lower dose of estrogen than the combination pill.

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-esteem.

Keisha has a negative attitude about life and puts herself down all the time. Keisha is displaying

low self-esteem.

Regular physical activity has been linked to all of the following EXCEPT

lower life expectancy INCLUDE: lower risk for diabetes reduction of hypertension improved bone mass

The growth of Internet dating has made it easier to

meet people outside your proximity.

The onset of the first menstrual period is

menarche.

One of the health problems associated with the female triad is amenorrhea, which is a lack of

menstrual periods.

Exercise helps with weight control by increasing the body's

metabolic rate

What percentage of adult Americans are overweight or obese?

more than 60%.

Which of the following is true about emergency contraceptive pills?

multiple brands are available over-the-counter with no age restrictions.

One reason the Type A personality theory has been debated is that:

not all Type A people experience negative health consequences.

A 20-year-old female with a BMI of 34 would be categorized as

obese

An IUD

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-third

Which of the following is NOT an example of a barrier method of birth control?

oral contraceptives ARE- diaphragms spermicides condoms

An individual with an eating disorder may also have

other psychological disorders.

The principle of fitness training that holds that the body should be gradually required to do more than it is used to doing is

overload

Stress caused by not being able to accomplish all tasks and obligaitons in the time available is known as:

overload.

In a fitness program, increasing the amount of weight you lift over time is an example of

overloading

Luke plays football. His coach measured his body fat at 24 percent. Luke is

overweight

When eating a very-low calorie diet for prolonged periods, the body may begin to obtain fuel from

protein in lean body tissue.

A person with strong core muscles has improved posture and

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

reinforcing behavior

Jose's belief that he can successfully pass his biology midterm is an example of:

self-efficacy.

A person's sense of self-respect or self-worth is referred to as:

self-esteem.

A good way to control portion sizes when you eat at home is to

serve meals on smaller plates.

In planning a weight management program that has the best chance of success you must

set realistic short- and long-term goals.

The process of taking small individual steps toward a behavior change goal is

shaping

Eating food when drinking alcohol

slows alcohol absorption.

A swimmer trying to improve her stroke performance concentrates mainly on upper body weight training; her training program is an example of

specificity

Which substance in cigarettes is a thick, brownish sludge containing carcinogens?

tar.

For an aerobic exercise such as a Latin dance class, which measurement would you use to confirm that you are working at 64 percent to 96 percent of your maximal heart rate for improved cardiorespiratory fitness?

target heart rate

A rise in a woman's basal body temperature signals

that ovulation has occurred.

Which of the following is true about sexual identity?

the biological father determines the sex of the child.

David woke up in the middle of the night because he smelled smoke. This most likely caused him to experience:

the fight or flight response.

A major influence on our development of a body image is

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.

Factors affecting alcohol absorption include all of the following EXCEPT

the time of day the alcohol is consumed. INCLUDE: the type of drink. the drinker's weight and body mass. the drinker's mood.

People with an internal locus of control believe that events turn out as they do based on

their own actions

Which of the following is NOT true about male condoms?

they can be used with baby oil and body lotions as lubricants. ARE- *they help prevent the spread of some sexually transmitted infections. *they can be purchased with a spermicide. *they are reliable against pregnancy when used consistently.

Which of the following is true about intimate relationships?

they can include relationships with family, friends, and romantic partners.

Which of the following is a female sterilization procedure that involves tying off or cauterizing certain structures of the reproductive system?

tubal ligation

The external female genitalia are collectively referred to as the

vulva

Which of the following is true about sterilization?

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 Vincent takes famciclovir (FAMVIR), there is

still some chance that he could transmit the herpes virus to his girlfriend.

Approximately 20 percent of alcohol is diffused through the

stomach lining.

Which of the following were cited most often by college students in a national survey as major impediments to performing well academically?

stress, anxiety, and sleep difficulties

Which of the following is true with respect to genetics and obesity?

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

swimming in the same pool as an infected person. INCLUDES: a condom breaking during vaginal intercourse. sharing a razor. receiving a blood transfusion prior to 1985