Ch 1 Reading Quiz Donatelle

Which of the following did NOT contribute to increased life expectancy in the early 20th century?

More doctors in metropolitan areas

An adolescent smoker might think lung cancer happens only to old people. This is an example of which factor of the health belief model?

Perceived susceptibility

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

Young adults (15-24) are most likely to die from

accidents

The contemporary definition of wellness is

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

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

all six dimensions of her health.

A disease that begins slowly, progresses over a period of time, and that may resist treatment is a(n)

chronic disease.

One of the most important goals of Healthy People 2020 is to

eliminate health disparities and improve the health of all population groups

Emotional health can BEST be described as being able to

feel and express emotions appropriately

Effective health promotion programs

focus on changing behaviors to improve health.

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

genetic factors.

Spiritual health can BEST be described as

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

Overall, the leading cause of death for Americans is

heart disease

The six dimensions of wellness

interact continuously.

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

life expectancy.

Determinants of health are critical influences in a person's life that

make the difference between illness and health

Observing a friend's successful attempt to quit smoking and trying some of the same tactics to quit yourself is an example of

modeling

A trait or behavior that a person can actively control, such as eating habits, is a

modifiable determinant.

A person whose parents smoke is more likely to smoke based on this being a(n)

predisposing factor.

The science and profession involved in protecting and improving the health of individuals, families, and communities is

public health.

When a person has support from others to change a behavior, this is an example of a(n)

reinforcing factor.

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

Life expectancy in the early 1900s was largely determined by a person's

susceptibility to infectious disease.

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

their own actions

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

wellness