H+W

It is estimated that what percentage of ER and physicians visits each year are unnecessary? A. 10 percent B. 20 percent C. 30 percent D. 40 percent

30

Health promotion in early childhood centers might include: A. A health history or pre-enrollment physician clearance B. Opportunities for physical play C. Healthy food

A. A health history or pre-enrollment physician clearance B. Opportunities for physical play C. Healthy food

According to Surgeon General Carmona, how many children born in 2000 will develop diabetes? A. One-third B. One-fourth C. One-fifth D. One-sixth

A. One-third

Which of the following is the best description of the role of a professional health association? A. Professional health associations host conferences so that its members can share knowledge and best practices. B. Professional health associations advocate for public policy changes to promote health. C. Professional health associations work to educate the public by publishing journals or periodicals. All of the above

All of the above

According to the US Census Bureau, there are currently __________Americans who are 65 years and older. By 2030, that number is estimated to hit ___________. A. 30 million; 50 million B. 43 million; 73 million C. 38 million; 78 million D. 40 million; 65 million

B. 43 million; 73 million

6. Which of the following is not one of the National Wellness Institute's certifications? A. Certified Worksite Wellness Specialist (CWWS) B. Certified Worksite Wellness Education Specialist (CWWES) C. Certified Worksite Wellness Program Manager (CWWPM) Certified Wellness Practitioner

B. Certified Worksite Wellness Education Specialist (CWWES)

Motivating employees to use the stairs, adding bike lanes, and passing legislation prohibiting unhealthy behaviors are examples of: A. Determinants of health B. Environmental modification C. Returns on investment D. Disease management

B. Environmental modification

Eustress refers to the kind of stress that:

B. Promotes optimal functioning

What did the Seven Countries Study demonstrate?

B. The association between blood cholesterol level and coronary heart disease was consistent across cultures. .

The American Heart Association's Simple 7 behaviors include getting active, losing weight, eating better, quitting smoking and... A. Meditating more, lowering stress levels, and managing blood pressure B. Reducing blood sugar, reducing alcohol intake, and getting enough sleep C. Controlling cholesterol, reducing blood sugar, and managing blood pressure D. Lowering stress-levels, reducing alcohol intake, and getting enough sleep

C. Controlling cholesterol, reducing blood sugar, and managing blood pressure

1. A study using accelerometers found that only 10% of the sample population participated in 30 minutes of moderate physical activity.

FALSE

1. SHAPE America was formerly known as the American Association of Physical Activity for Kids in Schools (AAPAKS).

FALSE

Adolescents are the fastest-growing segment of the population

FALSE

It is safe to assume that all journals are peer-reviewed

FALSE

The US Department of Agriculture focuses solely on farming practices and policies

FALSE

The internet is the best place to find health information.

FALSE

What is the difference between faith-based interventions and faith-placed interventions?

Faith-based interventions have spiritual/religious components; faith-placed interventions simply take place in a place of worship.

10. Which model did the National Association for County and City Health Officials create specifically for community health issues?

MAPP

6. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate all of the following except: A. One in fourteen Americans will have diabetes B. One-quarter of all Americans will have heart disease C. One in seven Americans will have Alzheimer's One-third will develop cancer

One-third will develop cancer

Advances in behavioral science can help us better understand how to increase participation in recommended preventive services

T

1. It has been suggested that overweight and obesity is partially caused by a physical inactivity crisis resulting from improved conveniences in the physical space of the home.

TRUE

1. Preventive clinical services graded with a B are recommended, but evidence suggests the net benefit to be moderate.

TRUE

1. The American College of Sports Medicine is considered the "gold standard" by many in the fitness industry.

TRUE

1. The use of financial incentives and disincentives are effective in increasing participation in wellness programs.

TRUE

Experts predict health care expenditures will reach $4.2 million by 2016

TRUE

Local-level health promotion programs are better able to address the specific needs of the community population

TRUE

Nearly 70% of health care expenditures are estimated to be preventable

TRUE

Physical safety is an important component of good health

TRUE

The American Heart Association is an example of a nonprofit health association

TRUE

The purpose of professional development is to help individuals expand their knowledge base, network, and share ideas with others in the field.

TRUE

People have biological preferences for healthy foods which are typically ignored.

false

Primary prevention relies mainly on the health care system and highlights specific medical interventions.

false

Stress improves the immune system over long periods of time by initiating protective responses in the body

false

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is currently aligned with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

false

The United States has the strictest laws concerning warning labels on packs of cigarettes compared to other developed countries

false

Based on the figure 1.1, the spheres of the social ecological model consist of:

the environment

1. Any movement during the day is considered physical activity.

true

1. The average number of adult sedentary behavior per day is 7-10 hours.

true

1. The social ecological model is based on the interrelationships of human beings and their environments.

true

Individual factors influencing physical activity include all of the following except:

worksite

By 1950, approximately what percent of Americans smoked?

42%

How many US adults die from smoking-related illness each year?

443,000

How many Americans participate in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey each year?

5000

The single strongest predictor of stress in the work site is:

A. Control

Poor dietary habits are associated with:

A. Overweight/obesity B. High blood glucose C. High blood pressure ALL

Health promotion can occur in:

A. The home B. Work or school C. Church D. Health care providers' offices E. All of the above**

Strong leadership is an essential element of most successful health promotion programs

TRUE

1. The US Preventive Services Task Force conducts research to understand the best recommendations for clinical prevention services.

false

1. The general public does not have an opportunity to influence recommendation decisions put out by the US Preventive Services task force.

false

1. There is no relationship between physical activity and academic achievement.

false

Fruits and vegetables comprise the smallest portion of food subsidies allotted by the government.

true

Health promotion focuses primarily on modifiable risk factors.

true

Knowledge is considered a pre-condition for changing behaviors

true

People living in large urban areas are more likely to be active on a daily basis than those in other areas.

true

Self-efficacy is a construct used in multiple models and theories.

true

Smoking cigarettes reduces the amount of antioxidants found in the body

true

The Affordable Care Act appropriated billions of dollars toward community preventive services through the Prevention and Public Health fund with a goal of:

B. Supporting partnerships with states and communities to help address health concerns and health promotion efforts

The Multilevel Approach to Community Health (MATCH) model emphasizes:

program implementation

An advisory committee exists to provide advice and guidance on the control of vaccine-preventable diseases

true

At the beginning of the 20th century, the average life expectancy for both men and women was below 50 years.

true

What is the recommended time and intensity level of physical activity for adults?

150 minutes per week of moderate activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity

When were cigarette purchasing restrictions instituted in the United States?

1992

What is the current prevailing dietary pattern in the US?

A. Agriculture B. Paleolithic C. Industrialization D. Noncommunicable disease

Families and individuals living or working in close proximity to one another, and who share common services refers to a(n): A. Community B. Neighborhood C. Ethnic group Generatio

A. Community

Tertiary preventive measures are

A. Considered a part of the treatment and management of persons with a clinical disease

10. In what ways can preventive screenings cause harm?

A. False positives may cause anxiety about a condition the individual does not have. B. Additional tests may be required that can be physically or psychologically harmful.

6. The Partnership for Prevention emphasizes six evidence-based preventive services including:

A. Increase the percentage of women regularly screened for breast cancer C. Advise smokers to quit and provide assistance

8. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans provides recommendations based on: A. Maintaining calorie balance over time B. Consuming nutrient-dense foods and beverages C. Seasonally-based options

A. Maintaining calorie balance over time B. Consuming nutrient-dense foods and beverages

To increase physical activity, the local transportation department is working with the parks and recreation department and a nonprofit organization. This is an example of a(n):

A. Multisectorial approach

Children struggle with managing stress because:

C. They lack complex social and emotional understanding

Smoking is the cause of _________ of all cancer deaths and _________of all deaths from COPD

D. 30%;80%

1. The National Prevention Strategy focuses on vaccinations to prevent the spread of disease.

FALSE

Having physicians tell patients about healthy behaviors is usually sufficient to inspire change

FALSE

According to a study referenced in the text, what is the primary reported source of nutrition information?

Media

The BRFSS and YRBSS are used to track progress toward meeting health goals and objectives, identify trends, and develop relevant legislation and programming

TRUE

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Institutes of Health are two examples of operating divisions under the Department of Health and Human Services

TRUE

Worksite health promotion programs are measured against the National Committee on Quality Assurance wellness standards.

TRUE

Diagnosis of diabetes or a public service announcement are both examples of:

cue to action

What is one of the key themes in the field of health promotion?

empowerment

There are three primary types of physical activity: aerobic, bone-strengthening, and muscle-strengthening.

false

Using smokeless tobacco is the safe alternative to smoking cigarettes.

false

The following food groups yield greater availability in the food supply per capita than required to meet dietary recommendations:

meat+grains

Testimonials are an example of:

observational learning

Which of the following is not an identified construct as outlined in the theory of planned behavior?

self-efficacy

What is one of the main focus areas of Community Transformation Grants (CTGs)?

sidewalk improvement

Health brochures and posters are an example of:

small media

In the second half of the 20th century, all of the following were noted as playing a significant role in changing the health of Americans except:

sporting events

Social relationships are considered a stressor in the work site

true

Stress is caused by many positive and negative events in life.

true

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans are released every 5 years.

true

The Health Belief Model is based on value-expectancy theory.

true

The Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) is responsible for establishing the antitobacco culture that exists today

true

The actual leading cause of death in the United States is tobacco use.

true

The first 5 phases of the PRECEDE-PROCEED model are focused on assessment

true

The way a person views stress can alter the reaction of their body to the stressor

true

How much of the smoking population reports first cigarette use after the age of 26?

1%

The Affordable Care Act & Preventive Services:

A. Requires new health insurance plans to cover A and B recommendations of the US Preventive Services Task Force B. Requires coverage of evidence-informed preventive care and screenings for infants, children, and adolescents C. Includes services for women such as breastfeeding support, screening for domestic violence, and contraception counseling and services

Social cognitive theory primarily emphasizes:

A. The relationship of an individual and their surrounding environment

6. Effective program planning will enable a health promotion professional to:

A. Understand the health issue the program will address B. Identify the population C. Measure impact and outcomes A, B, &C

Parasympathetic and sympathetic responses are linked to which system?

Autonomic Nervous System

All of the following are health-risk behaviors assessed on the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System except:

B. *Inadequate sleep

8. Reduced health care insurance as a result of participating in a health program is an example of: A. An investment B. An incentive C. A standard business practice D. A requirement

B. An incentive

The Philadelphia-based Food Trust operates the Healthy Food Financing Initiative to bring supermarkets to underserved areas by providing loans and grants to interested entrepreneurs. This is an example of:

B. Community nutrition efforts

Which of the following is not believed to be a reason for the increase in smokeless tobacco use?

B. Lower cost and easier to obtain

7. To find the latest data on current adult smokers in the United States, which agency's website would you visit? A. Administration for Community Living (ACL) B. National Institutes of Health (NIH) C. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

C. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Programs that use all resources available to design health promotion efforts are referred to as: A. Gold standard programs B. All-inclusive health promotion programs C. Coordinated health promotion programs

C. Coordinated health promotion programs

The three stages of stress are:

D. Alarm, Resistance, Exhaustion

6. All of the following are foundational health measures for Healthy People 2020 except: A. General health status B. Determinants of health C. Health disparities D. Life expectancy

D. Life expectancy

Included as part of an educational and ecological assessment, walking paths, cooking skills, community resources, or laws are examples of:

enabling factors

1. A planning model is a specific set of directions outlining the details of a health promotion program.

false

1. By the 1950s, the impact of personal health choice on disease patterns was a widely research and accepted concept.

false

1. Individuals typically progress linearly along the Transtheoretical Model's stages of change.

false

1. The Theory of Planned Behavior suggests that all variables are within a person's control.

false

A food desert refers to a place where there is no food available.

false

All 50 states have enacted comprehensive smoke-free laws banning smoking in workplaces, restaurants, and bars.

false

Once a program is designed, changes should be avoided if possible

false

Outcome evaluation measures the impact of a program

false

The determinants of health refer only to the genetic factors that influence health

false

The human body is designed to manage stress for long periods of time.

false