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Which of the following play a role in developing and repairing bone, muscle, skin, and blood cells?

proteins

A term used to encompass mental, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of health is:

psychological

REM sleep is named for which physiological activity that occurs while dreaming?

rapid eye movements

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.

Most experts agree that a key step in slowing climate change is to:

reduce consumption of fossil fuels

A person with strong core muscles has a more stable center of gravity and:

reduced chance of injury

The three facets of human spirituality are:

relationships, values, and purpose in life.

Fertility is a person's ability to:

reproduce

A psychologically healthy person is:

resilient

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

reversibility

Having unprotected sex is considered a

risk behavior

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

self actualization

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

self-efficacy

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

self-esteem

Which of the following traits is important in relationships and involves having a realistic appreciation of one's own worth and ability?

self-nurturance

Daniel has been involved in four sexually exclusive relationships over the past six years. This is an example of:

serial monogamy

Which theory holds that "our bodies fight to maintain our weight within a particular narrow range"?

set point theory

HIV can potentially be transmitted through all of the following EXCEPT:

sharing food utensils with an infected person.

The strategy of re-framing appraisals of stressors more positively and working toward future goals is known as:

shift and persist

Carbohydrates are used by the body primarily for:

short-term energy

The sleep disorder in which breathing is interrupted many times during sleep is:

sleep apnea

Sleep-deprived individuals may be at greater risk of overweight and obesity because:

sleeping less is associated with eating more.

Eating food when drinking alcohol:

slows alcohol absorption

Our neighbors and coworkers are members of our:

social network

A network of people and services with which we share ties and which provide support is:

social support

The testes manufacture:

sperm and testosterone

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

spiritual health

Tina suffers from anorexia nervosa. She is depressed, lacks self-confidence, and has strained relationships with family members and friends. Though she is extremely thin, she continues to lose weight at a rapid rate. The most important first step in treating Tina's condition would be to:

stabilize her weight

At the time of puberty, gonadotropins:

stimulate the testes and ovaries to produce sex hormones

Spiritual health contributes to a reduction in:

stress levels

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

stress, anxiety, and sleep difficulties

Economic development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the needs of future generations is called:

sustainable development

Which STI occurs in stages over a period of years?

syphilis

A person suffering from body dysmorphic disorder would likely:

take extreme measures to alter physical features.

Spiritually healthy people believe:

that they are part of a something larger than the purely physical or personal dimensions of existence

The contemporary definition of wellness is:

the achievement of the highest level of health possible in each of several dimensions

During REM sleep:

the brain processes and consolidates information

What is social capital?

the collective value of all of the people in your social network and the likelihood of them providing social support

Nutrients are:

the constituents in food that the body requires to function properly.

Increases in the planet's temperature over the past few decades can be attributed to:

the enhanced greenhouse effect.

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

Anxiety disorders are:

the most common mental health problem in the United States

Jade's heart races and she cannot think of anything to say when the cute guy in class sits next to her. This is an example of:

the stress response

Factors affecting alcohol absorption include all of the following EXCEPT:

the time of day the alcohol is consumed.

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

they impede her progress toward high-level wellness

Psychological health is best described as encompassing:

thinking, feeling, relating, and being

Which of the following groups of Americans is most likely to unintentionally fall asleep during the day?

those between the ages of 18 and 25

James is no longer able to feel the same effect from his drug of choice with his regular dose; he needs to increase the amount of the drug to feel the desired effect. This demonstrates:

tolerance

Minerals that the body needs in very small amounts are:

trace minerals

Which form of fat poses high risks for heart disease and cardiac-related death?

trans fats

When liquid oils are hydrogenated:

trans-fatty acids are produced

Having a gender identity that does not match one's biological sex is known as being:

transgender

Which of the following is a key component of healthy relationships?

treating others with respect

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

tubal ligation

Taking responsibility for your health care includes all of the following EXCEPT:

using over-the-counter medications to treat a sudden, serious illness

If you are concerned about the costs of health care, which of the following practices should you avoid?

using the emergency room for your routine health care

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

vasectomy

Potent and essential organic compounds that promote growth and help to maintain life and health are:

vitamins

Which of the following is an example of altruism?

volunteering at an animal shelter

Insomnia is often characterized by:

waking up frequently during the night.

Which of the following components of an exercise session prepares the body physically and mentally?

warm-up

One reason that the effects of alcohol are different for women and men is that:

women have less water in their tissues than men.

You are most likely to listen BEST when:

you believe the speaker is saying something you can relate to.

Self-disclosure can be a double-edged sword because:

you risk the possibility that the other person will reject you.

In a healthy relationship:

you're honest with yourself and each other.

The BEST definition of body image is:

your feelings and beliefs about your appearance.

All of the following are likely to influence your response to stressors EXCEPT:

your friends level of stress.

When acute stress bombards your brain with stress chemicals:

your memory may be impaired

A driver is "usually impaired" at a blood alcohol concentration of:

.05 to .07 percent

One standard drink equals:

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

Approximately what percentage of Americans ages 25-34 have no health insurance?

16 percent

In a 2016 survey, what percentage of college students said they had no health insurance?

3.4 percent

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?

3500

How long does it take for the average adult to metabolize four x 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 % of Americans consume alcoholic beverages regularly?

50 percent

What is the % of alcohol in 100 proof whiskey?

50 percent

What % of a person's body weight is water?

50 to 70 percent

According to a major U.S. consensus statement, most adults should get how many hours of sleep per night for optimal health?

7 or more

Which of the following is TRUE about environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)?

Between 1988 and 2008, detectable levels of nicotine exposure in nonsmokers decreased.

Which of the following is TRUE about "calories"?

Calories are a unit of measure of the energy obtained from food.

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

Certain genes might influence obesity by altering regulation of a hormone called ghrelin.

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

Chance of heart attack decreases

Which of the following countries has the largest population?

China

If you know you will be at an event where alcohol will be served, what can you do to drink responsibly?

Eat shortly before you go and alternate alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks.

Which of the following is the BEST example of "emotional support"?

Eduardo listens to his sister as she describes to him how her boyfriend broke up with her.

Which of the following represents the primary difference 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" pyramid?

Failure to meet a lower-level need will interfere with fulfilling higher-level needs.

Which of the following statements about college drinking is TRUE?

Female college students' alcohol consumption is close to that of male college students.

Which of the following statements about food waste is TRUE?

Food waste is the largest source of U.S. municipal solid waste

High blood levels of this type of cholesterol appear to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, or cholesterol-clogged arteries?

HDL

The virus responsible for causing genital warts is:

HPV

Which of the following statements about drugs and sex is TRUE?

If drugs are a necessary prelude to desire/arousal, it is likely that partners are being dishonest about their feellings for each other

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

In the U.S., white females experience greater rates of body dissatisfaction than females from other racial/ethnic groups.

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

International students are especially vulnerable to depression.

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

It forms tar, which is a thick, brownish sludge

Which of the following is TRUE about your family of origin?

It includes the people who were living in the house during your first years of life.

Which of the following is TRUE about target heart rate?

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.

Which of the following is TRUE about sexual identity?

It is based on biological sex at birth, social and cultural influences on gender and sexual orientation

Which of the following is TRUE about conflict?

It is inevitable when people live or work together.

Which of the following BEST describes appetite?

It is more psychological than physiological.

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

LDLs

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 of the following is TRUE about emergency contraceptive pills (ECP)?

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

Which of the following statements about suicide is TRUE?

People are at increased risk for suicide if they identify as LGBT

Which of the following statements about Internet addiction is TRUE?

People with Internet addiction tend to have lower grades and poorer job performance than others who are not addicted.

According to the PERMA model, which of the following strategies is most likely to enhance your well-being?

Set realistic goals and pursue them with effort.

Which of the following statements about college students and tobacco use is TRUE?

Smoking has decreased among college students during the past decade.

Which of the following is TRUE about sterilization?

Sterilization is a permanent form of birth control achieved through surgical means.

Which of the following is TRUE about stress?

Stress is a mental and physical response to real or perceived changes and challenges.

Which of the following statements about intimate relationships is TRUE?

Supportive intimate relationships are associated with a longer life span.

Which of the following is TRUE about major depression?

Symptoms include feeling hopeless and difficulty concentrating

Which of the following is TRUE about being single in the United States?

The number of adults electing to remain single is increasing.

Which of the following is TRUE with respect to health care spending accounts (FSAs or HSAs)?

They allow people to save money tax-free for health care costs

Which of the following is TRUE about over-the-counter drugs?

They can be abused

Which of the following is NOT true about male condoms?

They can be used with baby oil and body lotions as lubricants.

Which of the following is TRUE about "intimate relationships"?

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

Psychoactive drugs have which type of effect on the body?

They enhance, suppress, or interfere with the actions of neurotransmitters.

Which one of the following is characteristic of "intimate relationships"?

They involve need fulfillment.

Which of the following is TRUE of psychologically healthy people?

They value human diversity

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.

The first hint that a relationship may be in trouble is often:

a change in communication

The greenhouse effect is:

a natural phenomenon.

Jasmine is always complaining that she doesn't like the way she looks. She tells her friend Amber that she thinks her thighs are too big and that she feels fat. Amber assures Jasmine that she isn't fat, but Jasmine won't listen. It is likely that Jasmine may be suffering from:

a negative body image.

The bubonic plague is an example of:

a pandemic

The definition of spirituality for an individual is:

a sense of peace, purpose, connection to others, and meaning in life

Climate change is:

a shift in patterns of temperature, precipitation, and frequency of catastrophic storms.

Fossil fuels are:

a significant source of carbon emissions.

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.

Ovulation typically occurs:

about halfway through a woman's menstrual cycle

The excessive use of a drug is:

abuse

Spiritual intelligence can be described as the ability to:

access meanings, values, and purposes to live a richer life.

Missy is motivated to lose weight. She has begun taking a 30-minute walk every morning, has worked with a nutrition counselor to design a new diet, and on Monday will begin following new eating plan. According to the transtheoretical model of behavior change, Missy is in a stage of

action

Which type of exercise is BEST for improving cardiorespiratory fitness?

aerobic

A measure of how clean or polluted the air in a given region is on a particular day is the:

air quality index

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

alarm

Eve is always upset about something, and it seems that she is never really happy. Her mental outlook is likely to adversely affect

all dimensions of her health

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

an impending promotion

Individuals who practice extreme food restriction motivated by an intense fear of gaining weight have the eating disorder known as:

anorexia nervosa

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

antibodies

A substance that triggers an immune response is a(n):

antigen

Which substances protect against oxidative stress and the resultant cell damage?

antioxidants

Which type of immunity occurs when antibodies develop in response to a vaccine?

artificially acquired active immunity

Which compound that was formerly used in building materials such as insulation has been found to be the cause of certain cancers and lung diseases?

asbestos

Suicide prevention techniques include:

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

Compensatory behaviors such as vomiting or using laxatives to rid the body of food that has been consumed:

attempt to balance out a previous behavior.

Self-care involves all of the following EXCEPT:

avoiding medication and taking a "tough it out" approach to illness

The body's core muscles are the muscles of the:

back, abdomen, and hips

The minimum amount of energy the body uses to maintain vital functions is known as the:

basal metabolic rate

Tiffany is going through puberty and is concerned about her appearance. Her father assures her that she is growing into a strong, healthy, and beautiful young woman and that he is very proud of her. His reaction to Tiffany will likely cause her to:

be more accepting of her body

An individual who periodically consumes excessively large amounts of food without engaging in compensatory behavior would be classified as having:

binge eating disorder

The high rate of overweight and obesity among Americans is due to:

biology, environment, and lifestyle

The ratio of alcohol to total blood volume is the:

blood alcohol concentration

Women who use oral contraceptives and also smoke are at a higher risk of:

blood clots and hypertension

Raye is a 20-year-old woman who is about 10 pounds over her ideal weight but is in good health. She works out regularly to stay fit and to try to drop a few of those extra pounds. She appreciates her curvy body and shops for clothes in bright colors that make her feel attractive and cheerful. Raye's attitudes and behavior demonstrate:

body acceptance

The relative proportions and distribution of fat and lean tissue throughout the body is its:

body composition

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

body image

Exercise can improve mental health by:

boosting self-esteem

The CDC recommends HPV vaccination for:

both boys and girls beginning at age 11.

People with a physiological dependence on a substance, such as an addictive drug, will experience:

both tolerance and withdrawal

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

bulimia nervosa

Nathan's piano teacher is insisting that he practice more, while at the same time he is overloaded with assignments in his academic classes, worried about how he's going to make the final payments on this semester's tuition bill, and having trouble sleeping. Nathan is at high risk for:

burnout

Which of the following provides a ready source of energy for daily activities?

carbohydrates

Air pollutants regulated by the Clean Air Act include all of the following EXCEPT:

carbon dioxide

Motor vehicle exhaust and kerosene- and wood-burning stoves are sources of which odorless, colorless gas that also contributes to the formation of smog?

carbon monoxide

Stress has been associated with increased blood pressure and inflammatory responses. These are most closely associated with an increased risk for:

cardiovascular disease

Abstention from any type of sexual activity is known as:

celibacy

Self-care can include

checking your blood pressure

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

chew slowly, talk to friends, and put down your fork between bites.

An ongoing state of physiological arousal in response to stressors is known as

chronic stress

Sleep disorders can be diagnosed through a(n):

clinical sleep study.

All of the following are examples of resources that reduce carbon emissions EXCEPT:

coal

If an insurance policy covers 90% of your total medical bills, the remaining 10% that you must pay is your:

coinsurance amount

Alicia doesn't eat meat, fish, milk, yogurt, cheese, or eggs. She is making her shopping list for the week and wants to make sure that she buys beans, nuts, grains, and seeds to meet her protein needs. Combining two or more of these plant sources in a meal will provide her with:

complementary proteins

What type of proteins contain all nine essential amino acids?

complete

After working on a class project all week and only sleeping about four hours per night, Courtney is:

compromising her immunity.

Warning signs of suicide include all of the following EXCEPT:

compulsion to repeatedly perform rituals.

The fertilization of an ovum by a sperm is:

conception

In relationships, the process of resolving differences peacefully and creatively is:

conflict resolution

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

consummate love

The various methods used to prevent conception are known as:

contraception

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

contraceptive foam

A set fee that an insurance plan requires that patients pay at the time of service (per office visit or prescription) is the:

copayment

Which of the following would assess muscular endurance?

counting number of repeated sit-ups

STI pathogens prefer:

darkness and moisture

Most private health insurance plans require the patient to a pay a certain amount each year toward health care expenses before the plan benefits begin; this amount is the:

deductible

One problem with the BMI measurement is that it:

does not account for varying levels of muscle mass

Health and wellness are best described as:

dynamic

Which environmental factor encourages us to increase our food consumption?

easy access to high-calorie foods in stores and restaurants

Which of the following is a major contributor to college students' lack of sleep?

electronic devices

Together, self-awareness, self-management, internal motivation, empathy, and social skills are MOST closely associated with:

emotional intelligence

An awareness of what others might be going through is called:

empathy

Calories from saturated fats and/or added sugars in foods that have little or no nutritional value, such as sausages and ice cream, are called:

empty calories

Lisa is aware that her best friend, Kim, has a drinking problem. Lisa continually makes excuses for her and often completes Kim's homework to protect her from flunking out of school. Lisa's behavior is an example of:

enabling

Influenza outbreaks that affect 5-20% of the United States population each year are an example of a(n):

epidemic

The primary hormone responsible for physiological stress responses such as increased heart and breathing rates is:

epinephrine

The 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) was designed to do all of the following EXCEPT:

establish a national single-payer health care system

Which of the following is defined as planned, structured and repetitive body movement?

exercise

David spends four hours a day lifting weights and is at the point of obsession about his fitness routine to the extent that he will miss classes and outings with friends so he can go to the gym. He most likely suffers from which of the following disorders?

exercise addiction

After weeks of arguments, Riley and Shaffer break up. They both spend most of the following weekend sleeping, eating, and watching TV. Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome are they now in?

exhaustion

Adequate sleep may enhance intellectual health in all the following ways EXCEPT by:

expending energy

Which of the following is the most energy-dense source of calories in the human diet?

fats

Emotional health can best be described as being able to

feel and express emotions appropriately.

Psychologically healthy people

feel comfortable interacting with others

After drastic weight loss, an anorexic individual will:

feel that they are still too fat

The results from an American College Health Association study indicate that most college students:

feel tired or sleepy three or more days a week

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) disproportionately affect:

females and young people age 15 to 24

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

fertility awareness

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

fetal alcohol syndrome

A rise in body temperature that occurs when invading pathogens secrete toxins is a(n):

fever

Stress management consists of:

finding balance and developing coping strategies

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

flexibility

Training for muscular resistance can be done using any of the following three methods:

free weights, weight machines, 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

All the following causes of death are linked to modifiable lifestyle behaviors EXCEPT

genetic diseases

According to research, immune function is increased in adolescents who:

get more than 9 hours of sleep a night.

All of the following negatively affect the quality of sleep EXCEPT:

getting lots of exercise during the day

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

getting more sleep and "down time".

The body converts all forms of simple sugars into which of the following substances to provide energy to cells?

glucose

All of the following are recommended for avoiding contracting or spreading a respiratory infection EXCEPT:

going to work while sick as long as you take medication.

Gases that accumulate in the atmosphere and contribute to global warming by trapping heat near Earth's surface are:

greenhouse gases

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

has a body mass index of 30 or higher.

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

A high waist circumference-to-hip ratio would indicate that you:

have an increased risk for cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.

During sex, recreational use of drugs intended to treat erectile dysfunction is thought to:

have only a placebo effect

An effective way to protect yourself from STIs is to:

have sex only with a partner who has tested negative for STIs.

Addictive substances and behaviors:

have the potential to produce a positive mood change.

Spiritual health can best be described as

having a sense of meaning and purpose in one's life

Regular aerobic exercise improves the:

heart, lungs, and blood vessels

The "ideal" cholesterol ratio for an individual would include:

high HDL and low LDL

All of the following are consequences of population growth EXCEPT:

higher carrying capacity of the earth

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

homeostasis

The typical-use failure rate for a contraception method takes into account which of the following?

human error

To manage stress, the first step is to:

identify and assess the stressors in your life

How does sleep deprivation affect drivers?

impairs motor skills

Healthy People 2020 is a plan designed to

improve health-related quality of life and years of life for all Americans.

The ozone layer is

in the stratosphere and protects the planet from UVB radiation.

Countries with the largest per capita "ecological footprint" ,

include the United States

Heath Promotion

includes policies, programs, and financial support for initiatives that promote health

As compared to today, by the year 2050, the world's population is expected to:

increase by 2 to 3 billion people

Exercise reduces stress primarily by:

increasing endorphins and reducing levels of stress hormones.

According to the National Cancer Institute, spiritual well-being improves the quality of life of individuals suffering from an illness by:

increasing the ability to cope with disease and medical treatments.

Climate change is evidenced by which of the following?

increasingly extreme swings in precipitation levels over the last three decades

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.

Determinants of health are a range of factors in a person's life that

influence his or her health status.

The ability to think clearly, analyze information, and use one's mental capacity to meet life's challenges is known as

intellectual health

The amount of effort needed during a workout to improve some aspect of fitness is exercise:

intensity

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

intimacy, passion, and commitment.

Through our relationships with others, we fulfill our needs for:

intimacy, social integration, and nurturance.

After a night of heavy drinking, John still appears sober while his friends are obviously intoxicated. It is likely that John has developed:

learned behavioral tolerance

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

The expected number of years of life remaining at a given age, such as at birth, is known as:

life expectancy

The main site of alcohol metabolism is the:

liver

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

Social support may BEST help reduce stress by:

making challenges look less forbidding

The two contraceptive methods most commonly used by college students are:

male condoms and birth control pills

The health insurance program jointly funded by the states and the federal government that provides coverage for low-income individuals and families:

medicaid

The model of health that is concerned with curing disease affecting a particular tissue or organ is the

medical model

Which of the following activities slows respiratory rate and blood pressure, and over time changes the structure of the brain?

meditation

The growth of "Internet Dating" has made it easier to:

meet people outside your proximity.

"Relational connectedness" is MOST likely to be enhanced by:

meeting a friend for lunch

The onset of the first menstrual period is:

menarche

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

menstrual periods

The general term for a disorder that disrupts thoughts, feelings, moods, and behavior to the extent that it impairs functioning in daily life is:

mental illness

Exercise helps with weight control by increasing the body's:

metabolic rate

The stress hormone "cortisol" plays a major role during the stress response in:

mobilizing nutrients to meet energy needs.

What percentage of adult Americans are in the obese category?

more than 30 percent but less than 40 percent

Obesity is responsible for:

more than 40% higher healthcare costs as compared to non-obese populations

Since 1980, the % of the global population that is obese has:

more than doubled.

A disorder that typically occurs in men and is characterized by extreme measures to change body shape and a belief that the body is insufficiently lean or muscular is:

muscle dysmorphia

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

muscular strength

Which type of immunity occurs when antibodies develop in response to exposure to antigens encountered in the course of daily life?

naturally acquired active immunity

Approximately what percentage of Americans currently uses one or more prescription drugs?

nearly 50 percent

Which of the following populations in the United States has the highest prevalence of overweight or obesity?

non-Hispanic black women

You want to decrease your risk of developing an infectious disease. Which of the following factors is within your individual control?

nutritional status

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

obese

An IUD:

offers protection from pregnancy for 3 to 12 years.

In strength training, which of the following represents the amount of weight or resistance that can be moved only once?

one repetition maximum (1 RM)

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

oral contraceptives

Which of the following BEST describes gender identity?

our personal awareness of being masculine or feminine

Spiritual health is one of the key dimensions of:

overall health

The feeling that you are overextended and that it's not possible for you to meet all the demands being placed up on you is known as:

overload

In a fitness program, lifting an amount of weight that is moderately greater than what you are accustomed to is an example of:

overloading

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

overweight

Disease-causing agents are called:

pathogens

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

physical activity

A number of studies have shown a positive relationship between spiritual health and:

physical health

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

physically fit

The term for an environmental contaminant that causes potential harm to living organisms is:

pollutant

Before the Affordable Care Act (Obama Care), if you had a history of back problems and needed health insurance, it was unlikely that your new insurance plan would cover any treatment related to your back problems until the policy had been in effect for a period of time. Your back problem was considered a(n)

preexisting condition

A payment made to an insurance company, usually on a monthly basis, to cover the cost of an insurance policy is the:

premium

Among American adults, the second most commonly abused type of drug, after marijuana, is:

prescription drugs

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

primary syphilis.