Health

Approximately how long does sperm maturation take? Two days One week Two weeks Two months

Two weeks

Nerve cells that are destroyed by alcohol abuse are only found in fetuses. usually lead to cirrhosis. usually cannot grow again. do not affect normal everyday life.

usually cannot grow again.

It is estimated that __________________ children are born with fetal alcohol syndrome in the United States. 1 in 750 15 in 100 30 out of a 1oo 10 out of 400

1 in 750

A fetus can taste and smell in the womb. True False

False

How long does the process of making and maturing sperm actually take? Around 1-2 months Around 2-3 months 2 weeks 3 weeks

3 weeks

The inner ear is fully developed at ________________. 1 month 3 months 9 months 5 months

5 months

Which of the following is a risk factor for depression? Postive and hopeful outlook. A major life change. Never having depression before. Having no relatives with mood disorders.

A major life change.

If a person cannot pay attention, concentrate, and/or is very hyperactive with impulsive behavior, they may be showing signs of which of the following conditions? anxiety ADHD claustrophobia depression

ADHD

Many people undergo behavior changes in their teens, which of the following is an example? change in attention change in motivation change in risk-taking behavior All of the above

All of the above

Which of the following is the opening from the uterus into the vaginal canal? Cervix Ovary Cortex Uterine tube

Cervix

Your body needs to stay in a state of homeostasis. What does this mean? Instability Inbalance Continual balance None of the above

Continual balance

Which of the following is the best example of drug abuse? Forgetting to take cold medicine with the proper foods. Deliberately taking cold medication when you aren't ill or showing symptoms. Accidentally taking more cold medication than is recommended. Following the medications label instructions to treat a cold

Deliberately taking cold medication when you aren't ill or showing symptoms.

Which of the following statements about the causes of mental illness is NOT true? It is not the consequence of poor parenting or bad behavior. It is not the result of personal weakness or deficits in personality. Experiences a person has as a child play no role in causing mental disorders. It is not caused by poverty.

Experiences a person has as a child play no role in causing mental disorders.

A drug that speeds up activities of the central nervous system is known as a depressant. True False

False

A single gene predicts eye color. True False

False

Alcohol is a stimulant. True False

False

Everyone responds the same in similar situations. True False

False

Gonorrhea can be cured without causing permanent damage. True False

False

It is impossible for a person to become addicted to drugs after the first try? True False

False

Suicide is the third leading cause of death among people ages 14 - 24 years old. True False

False

The amniotic fluid empties when the fetus is delivered. True False

False

The cause of Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is fully understood. True False

False

The umbilical cord is cut by the doctor before the delivery of the fetus in order to protect the head. True False

False

Two different antibiotics are used to treat and cure Bacterial Vaginosis (BV): Metronidazole and/or Clindamycin. Once an individual takes the prescribed medication they are immune to BV and cannot be infected again. True False

False

Usually during labor contractions are about 3 minutes long in duration. True False

False

Weight that you lose when following a fad diet is permanent. True False

False

Your immune system is found within the digestive system. It is a network of vessels that collects fluid from your tissues and returns it to the bloodstream. True False

False

Which factor may put a person at risk for suicidal behavior? Having a mental health professional present at school. Feeling very hopeful for the future. Feeling like he has no friends. Never knowing a person who has attempted suicide.

Feeling like he has no friends.

How do moderate fevers (below 39°C or 103°F) help fight infection? Fevers damage amino acids and proteins. Fevers prevent the growth of pathogens. Fevers are part of the third line of defense. Fevers inhibit cell division in red blood cells.

Fevers prevent the growth of pathogens.

What is the study of heredity? Deoxyribosenucleic acid DNA Genetics Biology

Genetics

_______ is the most common STD in the United States, according to the CDC. HIV Syphilis Chlamydia Genital herpes

HIV

Once the sperm leaves the testes, what part of the epididymis does it travel to? Head Neck Tail Posterior

Head

Glands are located throughout your body and release substances called: Bile Hormones Plasma Platelets

Hormones

Where is the pancreas located? In front of the stomach In back of the stomach Below the stomach Above the stomach

In back of the stomach

Which of the following is not a reason that a good diet is important It can give us energy We need it to survive It contains the essential nutrients our body needs It can cause high cholesterol

It can cause high cholesterol

Which is NOT a short term goal? Reduce my caloric intake by 250 calories per day. Lose 25 lbs. Look for a job every day. Complete my chores each week.

Lose 25 lbs.

The Wellness Wheel contains which of the following? (Check all that apply) Mental Health Nutrition and Diet Fitness Self Image Prevent and Safety

Mental Health Nutrition and Diet Fitness Self Image Prevent and Safety

Which of the following is true about mucous lining the organs in the respiratory tract? Mucous is present only when a person has a severe respiratory infection. Mucous allows pathogens to enter the lungs quickly in order to enter the bloodstream. Mucous is not found in the respiratory tract. Mucous protects the organisms from pathogens that might be inhaled.

Mucous protects the organisms from pathogens that might be inhaled.

The following statements about pathogens are true except for one, which statement is not true? Pathogens belong in the human body. Pathogens can cause infectious diseases. Some pathogens can be classified as animals. Pathogens can multiply inside a host organism.

Pathogens belong in the human body.

Which one of the following is NOT a way that a person can be exposed to environmental dangers? Breathing Swallowing Reading Touching

Reading

What is the main function of the thyroid gland? To control your metabolism Secrete growth hormones Regulate the amount of calcium released into the blood. Produce estrogen

Secrete growth hormones

The two main functions of the epididymis is to: Produce and store sperm Store and mature sperm Produce testerone and estrogen Store and release sperm

Store and release sperm

Which of the following statements about stress is NOT true? Stress cannot be avoided, it's part of life. Stress will always effect your body and mind negatively. Stress is the response of your body and mind to being challenged or threatened. Stress can help promote your personal growth.

Stress will always effect your body and mind negatively.

What should you do if you have suicidal thoughts? Ignore them, they will go away Talk to someone Make a list of all of the things that make you angry Stay in bed

Talk to someone

The placenta is usually delivered after the fetus is delivered. True False

True

If the vagina is like a hallway, what structure acts as a door to allow sperm to enter? The birth canal The uterus The cervix The vagina

The cervix

Which statement is not true about mucous membranes. ? Mucous membranes prevent pathogens from entering the body. Mucous membranes line the nasal passages, mouth, lungs, and digestive tract. Mucous membranes secrete mucus, to trap pathogens. They are a nonspecific immune response.

They are a nonspecific immune response.

Which of the following is true about gametes? They contain 46 chromosomes They do not contain chromosomes They contain half of the parental chromosomes They contain all of the parental chromosomes

They contain half of the parental chromosomes

_____________ contains nicotine. Alcohol Narcotics Tobacco Ecstasy

Tobacco

________________is the act of taking care of the symptoms or the infection-causing agents. Diagnosis Treatment Exercising Vaccinatin

Treatment

A healthy lifestyle includes good mental and emotional well being. True False

True

A social benefit of physical activity is that exercising with a friend can be fun. True False

True

A vaccine causes the immune system to respond by fighting a pathogen without having symptoms of infection. True False

True

Alcohol and other drug use among our nation's youth remains a major public health problem? True False

True

Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is the most common vaginal infection in women of childbearing age. True False

True

Caffeine is a drug. True False

True

Chlamydia, a bacterial infection, is the most frequently reported sexually transmitted disease in the United States. True False

True

Cilia are tiny hair-like structures that line your air passages to help trap and remove pathogens. True False

True

Emotional health has to do with feelings like sadness, anger, or happiness. True False

True

Growth is the primary objective for the fetus during the 3rd trimester. True False

True

LSD, marijuana, and ecstasy are categorized as schedule I drugs. True False

True

Mental health has to do with feelings, sadness, or happiness. True False

True

Not all sexually transmitted diseases can be cured, but all can be treated. True False

True

Physical activity is any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles resulting in energy expenditure. True False

True

Processed carbohydrates (simple sugars) do not contain natural sources of nutrients like complex carbohydrates (whole grains). True False

True

Repeated drug use may lead to drug tolerance which occurs when a user requires larger amounts of the drug to achieve the desired effect. True False

True

The amount of calories burned depends upon the type, duration and intensity of the activity. True False

True

The openings into your body, such as your mouth, eyes, and nose, are covered by protective linings called mucous membranes. True False

True

The vagina normally contains mostly "good" bacteria, and fewer "harmful" bacteria. True False

True

When symptoms of genital herpes occur, they typically appear as one or more blisters on or around the genitals, rectum or mouth. True False

True

You can become infected with HPV (Human Papillomavirus), by having sexual contact with someone infected with HPV(even one time) . True False

True

You can get Chlamydia in your throat by having oral sex with an infected partner. True False

True

You can lower your blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke if you learn to manage your stress. True False

True

What structure acts as a birth canal during labor? Vagina Cervix Uterus Womb

Vagina

The ductus deferens is also known as the: Vas deferens Epididymis Prostate Sperm duct

Vas deferens

Which of the following is an example of when your body might need adrenaline? When you are sleeping. After you eat a meal. When you give a speech in front of your class. When you are doing your homework.

When you give a speech in front of your class.

When does the zygote begin to divide into a blastocyst? Within 24 hours Within 10 days Within 20 days Within 1 month within 24 hours

Within 24 hours

Fear of loss can accompany even the most desirable experiences. What strategy could you use to help cope with change? a change chart a friend analysis a body function stress

a change chart

Self-actualization is how responsible or self disciplined a person is. a behavior that demonstrates how much self respect you have. the behaviors, attitudes, feelings, and ways of thinking that make you an individual achieving one's full potential, including artistic expression.

achieving one's full potential, including artistic expression.

Swimming, running, biking, and brisk walking are all forms of isokinetic exercise. aerobic exercise. anaerobic exercise. isometric exercise.

aerobic exercise.

It is important to have a group of people to support you when you are struggling or trying to cope with various issues. This outside support group could include people from which of the following: adults teachers friends or peers all of the above

all of the above

Which of the following can lead to drug addiction? family history of addiction history of mental illness taking pain medication without a prescription all of the above are correct

all of the above are correct

The body's third line of defense against pathogens includes fever. inflammation. antibodies. the skin.

antibodies

Mothers who drink while they are pregnant, often produce children that demonstrate which of the following behaviors? shy and withdrawn out-going and fun belligerent and stubborn not friendly

belligerent and stubborn

Stimulants are drugs that improve the function of the respiratory system. help people overcome drug addictions. decrease the activity of the nervous system. can cause tumors or cancer.

can cause tumors or cancer.

An infection is said to be ____________if it can be eliminated by treatment. stoppable curable treatable all of the options are correct

curable

A substance that slows down the normal function of the central nervous system is called a ____. amphetamine. depressant. stimulant. hallucinogen.

depressant

Which of the following drugs will most likely cause the following symptoms: lack of energy, drowsiness, slurred speech, and a lower respiration rate. hallucinogens amphetamines. depressants. stimulants.

depressants.

Which of the following is not a major type of infectious agent or pathogen? bacteria virus protozoa diabetes

diabetes

What is an ovum? sperm egg chromosome zygote

egg

Dehydration is lack of sweat. excessive sugar intake. reduced heart rate. excessive water loss.

excessive water loss.

Which of the following is the safest, most sensible way to lose weight? fad diets diet aids exercise fasting

exercise

At 7.5 weeks the embryo has developed _________ a tongue. lips with movement. ears. eye lids with pigmented eyes.

eye lids with pigmented eyes.

Once a sperm penetrates an egg, the result is a __________, which contains ______ chromosomes. fertilized egg, 23 sperm, 46 egg, 23 fertilized egg, 46

fertilized egg, 46

At ten weeks the embryo is called (a/an) ___________? ovum toddler fetus blastocyte

fetus

There are both long term and short term consequences of being a teen parent. One of the biggest problems in society with teen pregnancy (male and female) is the inability to _________. keep their high school friends finish high school get a drivers license join reading groups

finish high school

Changes that are a result of your decisions become the first guideline to dealing with transition times. not recognizable last thing that happens to you doesn't matter

first guideline to dealing with transition times.

All the traits that are passed biologically from parent to child are considered culture social environment heredity

heredity

A chemical substance that people of any age may not lawfully manufacture, possess, buy, or sell is known as a(n) over-the-counter drug. prescription drug. medicine. illegal drug.

illegal drug.

Tolerance causes a drinker's body to need only a small amount of alcohol to cause intoxication. the immediate removal of alcohol from the body's systems. a constant amount of alcohol in the bloodstream. increasingly larger amounts of alcohol to achieve the original effect.

increasingly larger amounts of alcohol to achieve the original effect.

An example of the body's second line of defense against a pathogen is the skin. B-cells. inflammation. T-cells

inflammation

Which of the following is a nonspecific defense against pathogens? B cells antibodies T-Cells inflammation

inflammation

Which of the following is NOT true of adrenaline? it heightens all your senses it causes more oxygen and glucose to enter the blood stream it is located in your liver it causes the heart to beat faster

it is located in your liver

Mucous membranes: cover or line external surface of body. line internal body surfaces that are in contact with the environment. produce antibodies to combat infection. secrete sweat, which has antibacterial enzymes.

line internal body surfaces that are in contact with the environment.

Which of the following is an example of a nutrient-dense food? cake low-fat yogurt candy soft drinks

low-fat yogurt

A kind of white blood cell that ingests or engulfs pathogens are called macrophages T cells. neutrophils antibodies

macrophages

Resistance is a natural human response. Which activity listed below will help you take control of your life? make a list of short and long term goals worry about the decision listen to the TV and friends take drugs to help you relax

make a list of short and long term goals

Syphilis can cause long-term complications and/or death if not adequately treated. Two-thirds of the cases were found in __________. men women men and women children

men

The chemical process by which food substances are broken down to release energy is called respiration. metabolism. hydration. dehydration.

metabolism

The embryo at eight weeks can________________. wiggle their arms see with eyes move their jaw and point toes turn their head

move their jaw and point toes

What should make up the smallest portion of an individual's diet? milk meat and beans grains oils

oils

Nutrients help the body grow and function properly. provide the energy you need to do your everyday activities. should be taken as vitamin pills and supplements. only A and B are correct.

only A and B are correct.

What hormone stimulates lactation, making it possible for moms to breast feed their children? progesterone estrogen bilirubin oxytocin

oxytocin

Infectious diseases are caused by genetics pathogens. vaccinations. macrophages.

pathogens

Vaccines are produced from weakened or killed red blood cells pathogens. antibodies white blood cells

pathogens

Body image refers to how you wish you looked. perceptions of how you view your own body perceptions of how others think of your body. none of the above.

perceptions of how you view your own body

The first line of defense against infection includes Correct! physical and chemical barriers fever inflammation antibodies.

physical and chemical barriers

Having enough energy to go to school and participate in every day activties without getting overly tired is a sign of good ___________. mental health. emotional health. social health. physical health.

physical health.

A good indication that you are coping well with stress is that you can focus on the____. positive aspects of change. poor decisions you have made in the past. hard time you have been having. overwhelming feelings of depression.

positive aspects of change.

Which of the following is not a function of the skin? protects the body sensitive to temperature changes helps regulate body temperature produces of gametes

produces of gametes

The skin helps to keep pathogens out of the body by __________. providing a physical barrier. making T-cells and antibodies. producing white blood cells. absorbing histamine.

providing a physical barrier.

The flight or fight response describes the choices you have to make in life refers to your body's physical and chemical response to stress prevents heart attacks is the cause of high blood pressure

refers to your body's physical and chemical response to stress

In general, people with a higher basal metabolic rate require more calories require fewer calories require more zinc have less muscle mass.

require more calories

The eyes can dilate, regulate light, and even produce tears by the _______________ month. third sixth ninth first

sixth

Some changes in your life are out of your control and some are a result of decisions you have made. This process can be ..... stressful not your fault because of the Internet your genetics

stressful

Which of the following is an example of using a drug appropriately? taking medication according to the instructions on the label. smoking marijuana not taking an over-the-counter drug for the correct period of time. using your grandfather's pain-killers to get "high".

taking medication according to the instructions on the label.

At twelve weeks, the jaw moves and you can see _______________________. teeth buds the back of the throat. taste buds tonsils

taste buds

Someone with good mental and emotional health demonstrates which of the following traits? the ability to look at the positive side of a situation. the ability to look at the negative side of a situation. the ability to accept nothing but perfection. the inability to recover from prolonged stress.

the ability to look at the positive side of a situation.

Body composition is the amount of fat tissue in your body compared to the amount of lean tissue. your body dimensions, including height and weight. a physical fitness test. is the ratio between height to your weight.

the amount of fat tissue in your body compared to the amount of lean tissue.

At 6 weeks, the embryo is developing _________________ . the diaphragm and white blood cells. bones and cartilage. eyes and mouth. finger and toe nails.

the diaphragm and white blood cells.

At four weeks, the embryo is developing _______________ . fingers and toes. the heart , liver, and brain hair and adding mass. stomach and bones.

the heart , liver, and brain

The thyroid gland controls your metabolism which is ___________________. the rate at which your cells use energy. the rate at which your body stays at a constant temperature. your sleep cycle. when you feel hungry.

the rate at which your cells use energy.

This type of fat is made when hydrogen is added to the fat molecules in vegetable oils: saturated fats. unsaturated fats. trans fats. cholesterol.

trans fats.

Which of the following diseases is NOT caused by a virus? flu hepatitis the common cold tuberculosis

tuberculosis

Fetus means ___________ . sperm cells a bunch of cells placenta unborn mammal

unborn mammal

Which of the following is NOT an example of drug misuse? using medication inappropriately using illegal drugs. using prescription medication appropriately intentional use of drugs for nonmedical purposes.

using prescription medication appropriately

Genital Herpes is a (n) bacterial infection allergic reaction virus disease

virus

On a food label, food ingredients are listed in order by calorie content, from most to least. name, in alphabetical order. volume, from least to greatest. weight, from most to least.

weight, from most to least.

The fetus is nourished by the __________ during the first 7 weeks and by the _______ from week 8 through birth. yolk sac; embryo placenta; yolk sac yolk sac; embryo yolk sac; placenta

yolk sac; placenta