Ch 4: Health

A). At risk of becoming overweight

A child whose BMI is at the 85th percentile would be A). At risk of becoming overweight B). Overweight C). Obese D). At risk of being underweight

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A healthy 1-year-old weights ___________ times more than they did at brith

D). Eliminating alcohol consumptions

A recent study found that all of the following were associated with a disease in deaths from cardiovascular disease, EXCEPT: A). Exercising B). Diet C). Quitting smoking D). Eliminating alcohol consumptions

B). Caregivers of Alzheimer patients need a break from providing chronic care C). Family can become emotionally and physically drained from providing care to an Alzheimer patient

Which of the following statements are true about caring for people with Alzheimer disease? (Select all that apply) A). Caring for someone with Alzheimer disease presents less of a burden than caring for someone with cancer B). Caregivers of Alzheimer patients need a break from providing chronic care C). Family can become emotionally and physically drained from providing care to an Alzheimer patient D). Caring for a family member with Alzheimer disease has a positive impact on the caregiver's health-related quality of life

C). Sizable declines in adolescent alcohol use have occurred in recent years

Which of the following statements is true about adolescent alcohol use? A). Almost no high school sessions polled have been in a vehicle with a drugged or drinking driver B). Binge drinking among teenagers is on the rise C). Sizable declines in adolescent alcohol use have occurred in recent years D). Females are more likely than males to engage in binge drinking

A). Cigarette smoking peaked in 1996 and then gradually declined

Which of the following statements most closely fits with the trends associated cigarette smoking in the Unite States? A). Cigarette smoking peaking in 1996 and then gradually declined B). Cigarette smoking increased each year after 1996 C). Smoking rates have remained steady since 1996 D). Cigarette smoking was at its lowest point in 1996

B). Perfectionism

Which of the following tends to be a common personality trait among anorexics? A). Rebelliousness B). Perfectionism C). Orderless D). Nonconformity

B). Aerobic activity D). Resistance training E). Stretching

Which of the following types of exercise do gerontologists recommend for older adults? A). Parkour exercise B). Aerobic activity C). High-impact aerobic classes D). Resistance training E). Stretching

D). Drugs from Alzheimer disease that treat the cause of the disease

Which statement is FALSE regarding drug treatment for Alzheimer disease? A). Drugs for Alzheimer disease slow down the progression of the disease B). Several drugs have been approved to treat Alzheimer disease by increasing acetylcholine in the brain C). The drugs used to treat Alzheimer disease appear to improve memory D). Drugs from Alzheimer disease treat the cause of the disease

C). Men are more likely than women to have fatal chronic disorders such as cancer and coronary heart disease

Which statement is true regarding chronic disorders? A). Women are less likely than men to have nonfatal chronic conditions such as arthritis and bursitis B). Hypertension is the leading chronic disorder in middle adulthood for both men and women C). Men are more likely than women to have fatal chronic disorders such as cancer and coronary heart disease D). The three most common chronic disorders in middle adulthood is the same for females and males

A). The risk of obesity may be reduced with exercise C). Moderate-to-vigorous exercise is recommended D). Exercise helps prevent heart disease

Which statements are true regarding the benefits of exercise? (Select all that apply) A). The risk of obesity may be reduced with exercise B). Exercise only has benefits for younger adults C). Moderate-to-vigorous exercise is recommended D). Exercise helps prevent heart disease

C). Arthritis

Zack experiences inflammation of his joints as well as pain, stiffness, and problems moving his legs. Zack is showing signs of having A). Sarcopenia B). Diabetes C). Arthritis D). Osteoporosis

Blank: respite

__________ care involves services that provide a temporary relief for those who are caring for individuals with disabilities and illnesses

Blank 1: anorexics Blank 2: bulimics

___________ control their eating by restricting it, but most ___________ cannot do so

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_____________ care involves services that provide relief for those

Blank: Chronic

_____________ disorders have a slow onset and a long duration

B). Smoke

Children are more likely to exhibit symptoms of wheezing and asthma when living with parents who: A). Fight B). Smoke C). Exercise D). Drink

D). Large muscles, especially in the arms and legs

Children need daily exercise because of the development of: A). Small muscles, especially in the hands and feet B). Brain chemicals, especially endorphins C). Brain synapses, especially in the frontal lobes D). Large muscles, especially in the arms and legs

A). Late adulthood

Chronic disorders are most common in: A). Late adulthood B). Adolescence C). Early childhood D). Middle adulthood

C). A sense of lack of control during eationg

Each of the following are linked with anorexia nervous a EXCEPT: A). Obsessive thinking about weight B). Seeing oneself as fat even when dangerously thin C). A sense of lacking of control during eating D). Compulsive exercise

D). 1 year

Even if an infant has begun eating other foods, expert recommend that the mother continue to breast feed until the baby is at least ___________ old A). 3 months B). 1 month C). 6 months D). 1 year

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For individuals who are 30 percent overweight, the probably of dying in middle adulthood increases by ___________ percent

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Having five or more drinks in a row in the last two weeks is referred to as ____________ drinking

C). For the first four to six months of life

How long should an infant consume only breast milk or formula (i.e. no other food) for nutrients and energy? A). For the first eight months of my life B). For the first four to six months of life C). For the first year of life D). For the first two to four months of life

A). 14 percent

In 2015-2016, approximately what percentage of children 2 to 5 years old was classified as obses A). 14 percent B). 9 percent C). 6 percent D). 2 percent

C). 40 percent

In 2016, approximately what percentage of U.S. adults were classified as obese? A). 21 percent B). 44 percent C). 40 percent D). 57 percent

D). African American Females

In 2016, when both gender and ethnicity were considered, which of the following had the highest rate of obesity in the United States? A). Asian American males B). Non-Latino White males C). Latinas D). African American Females

C). Those in the low fitness (sedentary) group were more than two times more likely to die than those in the medium fitness group D). Those in the low fitness (sedentary) group were more than three times more likely to die than those in the high fitness groups

In a large longitudinal research study of 10,000 men and women followed over 8 years, participants were divided into low, medium, and high fitness levels. What did the study fine? (Select all that apply) A). There were no substantial differences among the fitness groups with regard to longevity B). Fitness level had dramatic effects on longevity, but for men only C). Those in the low fitness (sedentary) group were more than two times more likely to die than those in the medium fitness group D). Those in the low fitness (sedentary) group were more than three times more likely to die than those in the high fitness groups

A). They have more chronic health problems C). They have a higher mortality rate D). They are more likely to be obese

In comparing the health of emerging adults with the health of adolescents, which of the following statements are true regarding emerging adults? (Select all that apply) A). They have more chronic health problems B). They have a better diet C). They have a higher mortality rate D). They are more likely to be obese E). They have higher rates of physical activity

Blank: binge eating disorder

Individuals with _________ engage in recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food during which they feel a lack of control over eating

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It is projected that ___________ million baby boo,res will develop Alzheimer disease in their lifetime

A). Increase exercise B). Improved diets C). Decreased rates of smoking

Many cardiovascular problems in middle age can be reduced by which of the following? (Select all that apply) A). Increase exercise B). Improved diets C). Decreased rates of smoking D). Hormone replacement therapy

A). Dementia

Neurological disorders in which the primary symptoms involve deterioration of mental functioning are classes under the global term A). Dementia B). Alzheimer C). Epilepsy D). Osteoporosis

C). Diabetes D). Cardiovascular disease E). Hypertension

Obesity is linked to an increased risk of which of the following? (Select all that apply) A). Alzheimer disease B). Low blood pressure C). Diabetes D). Cardiovascular disease E). Hypertension

B). Improve their cardiac functioning through diet, drugs, and exercise

One of the best strategies for preventing or delaying the onset of Alzheimer disease in people who are at risk is to A). Set up systems of care as if they already have the disease B). Improve their cardiac function through diet, drugs, and exercise C). Take amyloid plaque-bursting drug therapies D). Improve their memory functioning through crosswords and sudoku

Blank: mild cognitive impairment

One risk factor for Alzheimer disease is ___________, a transitional state between the cognitive changes of normal aging and very early. Alzheimer disease and other dementias

B). Amyloid plaques

Osteoporosis is related to deficiencies in each of the following EXCEPT: A). Vitamin D B). Amyloid plaques C). Estrogen D). Exercise

B). Not drinking when driving C). Driving at safe speeds D). Not smoking around them

Parents may protect their children's health by doing which of the following? (Select all that apply) A). Never getting upset in front of them B). Not drinking when driving C). Driving at safe speeds D). Not smoking around them

A). Overweight

People with binge eating disorder are frequently A). Overweight B). Perfectionist C). Men D). Controlled

B). Moderate and intense

Physical and psychological gain are most likely to be produced by exercise that is: A). Safe B). Moderate and intense C). Mentally challenging D). Mild and easy

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Prevention and ___________ are two of the most important components of children's health

A). Many of the same habits that lead to cardiovascular disease risk for Alzheimer disease B). A healthy lifestyle can lower the risk of Alzheimer disease

Regarding lifestyle factors and the risk of Alzheimer disease, which of the following statements are true? (Select all that apply) A). Many of the same habits that lead to cardiovascular disease risk for Alzheimer disease B). A healthy lifestyle can lower the risk of Alzheimer disease C). Smoking, while it increases risk for cardiovascular disease, is not associated with Alzheimer disease

B). Stimulating the brain appears to help some individuals with Parkinson disease C). Stem cell transplantation shows a lot of promise as a treatment for Parkinson disease

Regarding the treatment of Parkinson disease, which of the following statements are true? (Select all that apply) A). High doses of vitamins decrease the muscle tremors and improve movement ability for those with Parkinson disease B). Stimulating the brain appears to help some individuals with Parkinson disease C). Stem cell transplantation shows a lot of promise as a treatment for Parkinson disease

C). Early onset of drinking was linked to increase risk of heavy drinking in middle age

Research revealed which of the following regarding early substance use? A). Early onset of drinking was not linked to increased risk of heavy drinking in middle age B). Early onset of drinking was linked to decreased risk of heavy drinking in middle age C). Early onset of drinking was linked to increase risk of heavy drinking in middle age

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Researchers have found that ___________ improves longevity in older adults

A). Increased bone strength D). Lowered blood pressure E). Decreased obesity

Researchers have found that aerobic benefits which of the following in children and adolescents? (Select all that apply) A). Increased bone strength B). Decreased peer relations C). Slowed creativity D). Lowered blood pressure E). Decreased obesity

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Several drugs that have been approved by the FDA to treat Alzheimer disease work to improve memory and other cognitive functions by increasing levels of ___________ in the brain

B). As gangrenous C). With disapproval

Since the mid-1990s, how have most adolescents perceived smoking? (Select all that apply) A). With acceptance B). As dangerous C). With disapproval D). As commonplace E). As popular

B). Increase

Starting in middle adulthood, chronic disorders: A). Retain the same level of risk as in early adulthood B). Increase C). Decrease D). Are common

A). Hypnosis

Successful weight loss programs for adolescents combine each of the following EXCEPT: A). Hypnosis B). Calorie restriction C). Exercise D). Behavioral therapy

A). Inability to care for oneself B). Inability to recognize familiar surroundings D). Inability to recognize familiar people

Symptoms of dementia include which of the following? (Select all that apply) A). Inability to care for oneself B). Inability to recognize familiar surroundings C). Inability to overcome chronic fatigue D). Inability to recognize familiar people

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The American Academy of Pediatrics recently reconfirmed its recommendation of exclusive breast feeding in the first ___________ of a baby's life

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The United States has one of the _____________ (highest/lowest) rates of adolescent drug use of any industrialized natino

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The ___________ of family dinners can influence an adolescent's likelihood of having substance abuse problems

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The allele that has proven to be a risk factor for Alzheimer disease is the ________ gene

B). The interaction of lifestyle and genes

The development of Alzheimer,er disease is most likely influenced by A). Genetic influence solely B). The interaction of lifestyle and genes C). Lifestyles primarily D). The interaction of environment and lifestyle

A). Cancer

The leading cause of death in middle-aged adults between the ages of 65 and 74 is A). Cancer B). Heart disease C). Influenza D). Pneumonia

A). Unexpected falls B). Vehicles accidents D). Poising

The most common forms of accidents that happen in infancy include which of the following? (Select all that apply) A). Unexpected falls B). Vehicles accidents C). Sudden infant death syndrome D). Poisoning

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The percentage of U.S. children who are overweight has ____________ in recent decades

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The percentage of overweight 12-to 19-year-old Americans ________________ (increased/decreased) from the early 1990s through 2014

B). Acetylcholine

The primary cause of Alzheimer disease is a deficiency in the brain messenger chemical called A). Amyloid B). Acetylcholine C). Hormone D). Thalamus

B). Fall within a normal weight range

Those with bulimia nervosa typically A). Are dangerously underweight B). Fall within a normal weight range C). Can be classified as obese D). Are in the overweight range

True

True or False: Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of dearth for adults over the age of 75

True

True or False: Due to the decrease in cardiovascular disease, cancer is now the leading cause of death in middle-aged and older between 65 and 75

False

True or False: Mild cognitive impairment is the precursor for Alzheimer disease in all cases

True

True or False: The United States has the highest adult obesity rate in the world

D). Poverty

Two of the most important influences on children's health are prevention and: A). Parental monitoring B). Avoiding accidents C). Immunization D). Poverty

C). Poverty

Two of the most important influences on children's health are prevention and: A). Parental monitoring B). Avoiding accidents C). Poverty D). Immunizations

A). Neglectful caregivers E). Conditions of poverty

What are the two common factors in the development of eating problems in infants? (Select all that apply) A). Neglectful caregivers B). Lack of proper guidelines for infant nutrition C). Genetic problems D). Bad-testing baby food E). Conditions of poverty

D). Behavioral therapy

What aspect of successful weight loss programs requires participants to keep weight loss diaries and give them rewards for meeting goals? A). Experimental learning B). Humanism C). Psychoanalysis D). Behavioral therapy

C). Marijuana

What illicit drug is most widely used in the United States? A). Ecstasy B). Cocaine C). Marijuana D). Tranquilizers

C). They are more likely to become overweight or obese adults

What is the likely outcome who rank above the 95th percentile on the body mass index? A). They are more likely to have social anxiety disorder B). They are more likely to become underweight adults C). They are more likely to become overweight or obese adults D). They are more likely to have a healthier adulthood

D). 50

What is the recommended number of calories per day for each pound an infant weights? A). 30 B). 100 C). 25 D). 50

B). U.S. high school stud dents decreased their intake of fruits and vegetables

What were the findings of the National Youth Risk Survey of U.S. high school students from 1999 through 2013? A). U.S. high school students ate about the same amount of fruits and vegetables B). U.S. high school students decreased their intake of fruits and vegetables C). U.S. high school students increased their intake of fruits and vegetables

A). Progressive brain damage B). Gradual deterioration of memory D). Gradual deterioration of language

Which of the following are characteristics of Alzheimer disease (Select all that apply) A). Progressive brain damage B). Gradual deterioration of memory C). Reversible brain damage D). Gradual deterioration of language

A). Non-Latino White C). Competitive and high-achieving D). Adolescent or young adult female E). From well-educated, middle- or upper-income family

Which of the following are characteristics of those with anorexia nervous? (Select all that apply) A). Non-Latino White B). From lower-income family C). Competitive and high-achieving D). Adolescent or young adult female E). From well-educated, middle- or upper-income family F). African American female

B). Exercise C). Weight reduction D). Joint replacement E). Aspirin

Which of the following are helpful in the treatment of arthritis symptoms? (Select all that apply) A). Radiation therapy B). Exercise C). Weight reduction D). Joint replacement E). Aspirin

C). Fewer gastrointestinal infections D). Reduced risk for type 1 diabetes in childhood E). Less chance of become interested overweight or obese

Which of the following are outcomes of breast feeding for children? (Select all that apply) A). Better cardiovascular function B). Improved cognitive development C). Fewer gastrointestinal infections D). Reduced risk for type 1 diabetes in childhood E). Less chance of become interested overweight or obese

B). Examining the risk of obesity in children with one or two obese parents, as compared to children with parents who are not obese D). Inbreeding animals to be obese

Which of the following are research strategies that have been used to determine the impact of heredity on obesity? (Select all that apply) A). Evaluating the rates at which overweight individuals visit their doctors B). Examining the risk of obesity in children with one or two obese parents, as compared to children with parents who are not obese C). Conducting observational research on choices siblings make in the lunchroom D). Inbreeding animals to be obese

A). Examining the risk of obesity in children with one or two obese parents, as compared to children with parents who are not obese C). Inbreeding animals to be obese

Which of the following are research strategies that have been used to determine the impact of heredity on obesity? (Select all that apply) A). Examining the risk of obesity in children with one or two obese parents, as compared to children with parents who are not obese B). Conducting observational research on choices siblings make in the lunchroom C). Inbreeding animals to be obese D). Evaluating the rates at which overweight individuals visit their doctors

A). Peers B). Schools D). Families

Which of the following are social contexts that influence adolescent health? (Select all that apply) A). Peers B). Schools C). Religious rites D). Families

A). Muscle tremors B). Slowing of movements C). Partial facial paralysis

Which of the following are symptoms of Parkinson disease? A). Muscle tremors B). Slowing of movements C). Partial facial paralysis D). Numbness on one side of the arm or leg

D). It is perceived as giving some social and coping benefits E). It is largely acceptable and seen as common

Which of the following are true about a large majority of emerging adults' perceptions about drinking? (Select all that apply) A). It is mostly frowned upon, especially binge drinking B). It is only done by a small minority C). It happens mostly in private, not in social situations D). It is perceived as giving some social and coping benefits E). It is largely acceptable and seen as common

B). The contents of the vapor are not regulated D). Most e-cigarette vapor contains nicotine

Which of the following are true about the vapor from e-cigarettes? (Select all that apply) A). Users of e-cigarettes do not inhale the vapor B). The contents of the vapor are not regulated C). The contents of the vapor are not regulated D). Most e-cigarette vapor contains nicotine

B). Epilepsy

Which of the following chronic conditions is LEAST likely to limit the everyday activities or work of adults over the age of 65? A). Arthritis B). Epilepsy C). Asthma D). Diabetes

D). Degeneration of dopamine-productions neurons in the brain

Which of the following factors triggers Parkinson's disease? A). An increase in acetylcholine receptors in the brain B). A decrease of interleukin-6 in the brain C). Temporary obstruction of blood vessels D). Degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain

D). Males in emerging adulthood

Which of the following groups has the highest mortality rate? A). Males in adolescence B). Females in adolescence C). Females in emerging adulthood D). Males in emerging adulthood

C). Parental monitoring

Which of the following has been linked to health-enhancing behavior and reduced risk taking in adolescence? A). Social anxiety B). Peer pressure C). Parental monitoring D). Adolescent independence

A). Family dinner D). Team sports

Which of the following have studies shown to protect against the development of overweight and obesity in adolescents? (Select all that apply) A). Family dinners B). Eating disorder prevention C). Active screen time D). Team sports E). Unsupervised exercise quotas

A). Lack of knowledge about the importance of nutrition and exercise

Which of the following is NOT commonly believed to be an environmental factor that has had an impact on the dramatic increase in obesity over the last century? A). Lack of knowledge about the importance of nutrition and exercise B). Declining physical activity C). Greater availability of energy-saving devices D). Greater availability to high-fat food

A). A pattern of binge-and-purge eating

Which of the following is NOT one of the main characteristics of anorexia nervous ? A). A pattern of binge-and-purge eating B). A distorted body image or not recognizing the seriousness of current low weight C). An intense fear of weight gain or behavior that interferes with gaining weight D). Restricted energy intake leading to significantly low body weight

A). Marked stoop

Which of the following is most often the result of osteoporosis? A). Marked stoop B). Muscle loss C). Neurological disorder D). Dementia

D). Accidents

Which of the following is the leading cause of death in children? A). Infectious disease B). Secondhand smoke C). Poisoning D). Accidents

B). Dopamine agonists and L-dopa

Which of the following is the main treatment for Parkinson disease? A). Acetylcholine agonists B). Dopamine agonists and L-dopa C). Interleukin-6 inhibitors D). Daily exercise

C). Heart conditions

Which of the following is/are the most common on the chronic conditions associated with the greatest limitations on work? A). Arthritis B). Diabetes C). Heart conditions D). Asthma

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Accelerated muscle loss in old age can be most helped by ____________ exercise

D). Participation in team sports

According to one study, which of the following factors in an adolescent's life was the strongest predictor of lower risk for being overweight and obese? A). Physical education programming B). Long daily walks C). Active screen time D). Participation in team sports

D). Memory

Alzheimer disease is caused by a deficiency in the brain messenger chemical called acetylcholine, which is very important in A). Digestion B). Peripheral nerves C). Somatic nerves D). Memory

C). Height and weight

Body Mass Index (BMI) is computed with a formula that involves which character is statistically of the individual? A). Height and waist circumference B). Weight and waist circumference C). Heigh and weight D). Age and fat level measured in blood

D). Cardiovascular disease

Breast-fed children are less likely to develop all of the following EXCEPT: A). Middle ear infections B). Diabetes C). Allergies D). Cardiovascular disease