Health Exam
One of the major developmental tasks on the way to adulthood is making a(n) ___ choice A) occupational B) political C) social D) parental
A
Resolving marital conflicts sometimes requires A) counseling B) re-financing C) separation D) legal action
A
Smoke from the lit end of a cigarette has ___ concentrations of carcinogens and nicotine compared to cigarette smoke exhaled from the lungs of a smoker A) higher B) lower C) about the same D) inconsistent
A
Studies show that binge drinking is A) a serious problem among young people B) rare except in alcoholics C) driving while intoxicated D) the first phase of intoxication
A
The HIV often destroys brain cells, causing confusion and memory loss A) in the last stages of HIV, or AIDS B) in the symptomatic stage of infection C) even when no other symptoms are resent D) as the immune system keeps pace with HIV infection
A
The fastest growing period in a person's life is A) Infancy B) Early Childhood C) Middle Childhood D) Late Childhood
A
The infection in which the air sacs fill with pus and other liquid is A)pneumonia B) the common cold C) influenza D) strep throat
A
The most common type of cancer in the US is A) skin cancer B) lung cancer C) breast cancer D) prostate cancer
A
The most effective way a person can protect himself or herself from disease on a daily basis is A) hand washing B) avoiding sick people C) not sharing cups and utensils D) keeping immunizations up to date
A
Tiny air sacs in the lungs are destroyed, making breathing extremely difficult, in the disease called A) emphysema B) coronary heart disease C) chronic bronchitis D) lung cancer
A
Which is a developmental task of adolescence A) achieving emotional independence B) expanding your circle of friends C) developing secondary sex characteristics D) increasing cognitive capability
A
Which of the following can cause increased risk of injury to tendons and ligaments? A) anabolic-androgenic steroids B) inhalants C) psychoactive drugs D) narcotics
A
Which of the following statements is NOT true? A) all STDs produce recognizable symptoms B) all STDs are preventable C) some STDs can be passed from mother to her baby D) some STDs cause cancer
A
Which of these is an example of a chemical barrier? A) enzyme in saliva B) the skin C) mucous membrane D) cilia
A
Your values and goals will give you a firm idea on the importance of A) making healthy decisions B) getting plenty of rest C) having many friends D) your family
A
___ contributes to the increase in life expectancy A) health care advances B) large families C) communication D) relaxation
A
Which of the following is an accurate statement about cancer? A) Most cancers are hereditary B) many cancers can be prevented through healthy lifestyle choices C) almost all abnormal cells develop into either benign or cancerous tumors D) cancer screening can only be done after a person exhibits symptoms
B
Which of the following is passed from the fetus to the pregnant female through the umbilical cord? A) Nutrients B) Wastes C) oxygen D) alcohol
B
Which of these is NOT a factor that influences the onset and severity of the short-term effects of drinking? A) body size and gender B) time of consumption C) food in the stomach D) rate of consumption
B
Which type of lymphocyte attacks and destroys infected body cells? A) helper T cells B) killer T cells C) suppressor T cells D) B cells
B
___ is an example of a legal consequence of teen drug use A) participating in other high-risk behaviors B) suspending driving privileges C) creating stress within a family increased health costs
B
Osteoarthritis is a disease of the A) bone marrow B) joints C) blood D) brain
Bq
Which can detract from a person's ability to adjust to marriage A) having hobbies in common B) being willing to compromise C) being reluctant to show affection D)sharing attitudes about religion
C
Which is NOT a factor in the increase in emerging infections? A) changes in food technology B) movement in population C) use on analgesics D) transport across borders
C
Which is experienced only by females in adolescence A) increased body hair B) increased perspiration C) increased body fat D) permanent teeth come into place
C
Which of the following diseases is caused by a virus? A) tuberculosis B) malaria C) influenza D) ringworm
C
Which of the following is NOT true of the short-term effects of alcohol use? A) some alcohol passes quickly into the bloodstream from the stomach B) nerves controlling involuntary functions are depressed C) fats build up in the liver, causing liver cells to die D) coordination and speech are impaired
C
Which of the following is an accurate statement? A) a baby's gender depends on the chromosome in the egg B) two X chromosomes result in a male C) a baby's gender is determined by the sperm D) each egg and sperm cell contain a full set of 46 chromosomes
C
Which statements about genital herpes is NOT true? A) both types of herpes can affect the mouth and genitals B) many people who have genital herpes have no symptoms C) the virus can only be spread when blisters are present D) a person who has genital herpes may have outbreaks throughout his or her life
C
Which treatment would be most appropriate for a person with a long history of serious drug abuse? A) drug counseling B) maintenance therapy C) a stay at a therapeutic community D) medication therapy
C
A communicable disease can be transmitted by A) direct contact B) airborne transmission C) improper food handling D) all of the above
D
A pregnant female may harm her fetus by A) exercising moderately B) increasing her intake of folic acid C) avoiding caffeine D) gaining more than 35 pounds
D
A pregnant woman who is infected with HIV can pass the virus to he baby A) while nursing B) during childbirth C) during pregnancy D) all of the above
D
A severe and potentially fatal physical reaction to an alcohol overdose is known as A) binge drinking B) multiplier effect C) BAC D) alcohol poisoning
D
A social consequence of smoking is A) a higher chance of stroke B) decreased cardio-respiratory C) paying a fine for providing tobacco to minors D) being excluded by nonsmokers
D
A vaccine, such as that against hepatitis A that is made from inactivated pathogens, is called A) a live virus vaccine B) a second-generation vaccine C) a toxoid vaccine D) a killed virus vaccine
D
According to Erikson, parents can help their infants develop trust by A) letting the child play by itself B) occasionally ignoring the child's needs C) encouraging independence D) tending to the child promptly and lovingly
D
According to teens, the most important factor in choosing not to use alcohol is A) media messages B) peer pressure C) fear of intoxication D) parental disapproval
D
Adulthood A) is defined by your chronological age B) is reached when the body stops growing C) means that personal growth is finished D) involves physical and emotional aspects
D
All of the following are listed as factors contributing to the decline in teen smoking EXCEPT A) anti smoking campaigns B) financial costs C) societal pressures D) a change in the smoking habits of celebrities
D
All of the following are true about illegal durgs EXCEPT that A) use can lead to an overdose B) use can affect the user's family C) use can lead to contracting diseases D) they are monitored for purity
D
An amniocentesis A) can show what genetic abnormalities the mother has B) is performed after birth to check for PKU C) is used to treat genetic disorders such as hemophilia D) indicates whether that baby has a genetic disorder
D
Benefits of staying tobacco free include A) lower risk of cancer B) better lung function C) lower levels of stress D) all of the above
D
Children learn their roles in society during A) Infancy B)Early Childhood C) Middle Childhood D) Late childhood
D
Cocaine is a A) gateway drug B) psychoactive drug C) designer drug D) stimulant
D
Compared to adults, teens are less likely to A) have more than one sexual partner B) engage in unprotected sex C) select high-risk partners D) seek medical attention for an STD
D
Erikson's stages of life illustrate that as a person progresses through life, his or her ___ continue to evolve A) opinions B) intellects C) values D) goals
D
Knowing that they have contributed something helps people develop a sense of A) economy B) direction C) obligation D) accomplishment
D
Most social transitions during middle adulthood focus on A) employment B) community involvement C) financial planning D) the family
D
Parents can help their children learn to be self-directed by A) punishing children quickly and frequently B) leaving children to figure out the limits of behavior on their own C) letting children get away with breaking rules occasionally D) consistently applying rules and discipline
D
People with a family history of hypertension A) are t a lower risk of developing atherosclerosis B) should avoid strenuous exercise so as not to bring on a heart attack C) will definitely die of CVD D) should take extra steps to lower their other risk factors of CVD
D
Rickettsias enter humans through A) the air B) food C) water D) vectors
D
Surveys of teens in 2001 found that A) teens are now using drugs at older ages than ever before B) teens who use alcohol in the last month were less likely to use other drugs C) about 58 percent of teens used marijuana at some time during their lifetime D) many teens consider the recreational drugs that are available at parties to be safe
D
T cells are A) an opportunistic infection B) a pathogen C) a type of virus D) a part of the immune system
D
The average life span of Americans has nearly double in the past A) 10 years B) 20 years C) 50 years D) 100 years
D
The bacterial disease that cannot be spread by infected people who do not have active disease is A) strep throat B) tuberculosis C) pneumonia D) hepatitis B
D
The first symptoms of HIV infection include A) rapid weight loss B) open sores C) confusion and forgetfulness D) fever and body aches
D
The highest rates of gonorrhea infections in females are found in A) women in their 30s B) men in their 20s C) middle-aged people D) teens
D
The long-term effects of alcohol use can include A) dulled concentration B) nausea C) altered judgement D) high blood pressure
D
The most common communicable diseases are A) pneumonia B) mononucleosis C) influenza D) respiratory infections
D
What may occur as a result of a cerebral hemorrhage? A) amnesia B) migraine headaches C) a heart attack D) a stroke
D
When carbon monoxide is present in the blood, the body's tissues and cells are deprived of A) Hemoglobin B) carcinogens C) iron D) oxygen
D
When children must be disciplined, parents should act quickly so that children understand the __ between misbehavior and consequences A) difference B) timing C) choice D) link
D
When should children be screened for vision and hearing loss? A) only as newborns B) only during school years C) in kindergarten D) as newborns and throughout childhood
D
Which can cause the EIA to give inaccurate results? A) drinking alcohol before the test B) engaging in sexual intercourse before the test C) being in the symptom-free stage of HIV infection D) having certain medical conditions or testing too soon after acquiring HIV
D
Which is an example of misuse of a medicine A) taking aspirin for a fever B) taking drugs to control blood pressure C) throwing away a medicine that has passed its expiration date D) giving a friend one of your prescription pain relievers
D
Which of the following is NOT a possible consequence of smoking while pregnant? A) premature delivery B) deformities C) stillbirth D) high birth weight
D
Which of the following is a consequence affecting infants who are exposed to ETS A) increased risk of asthma B) increased risk of tonsillitis C) increased risk of respiratory tract infections D) All of the above affect infants exposed to ETS
D
Which of the following is an accurate statement about side effects? A) most medicines do not cause side effects B) taking two medicines at the same time always causes harmful side effects C) any given medicine will produce the same side effects in everyone who takes it D) your body's reaction to a medicine depends on your body chemistry
D
Which of the following is not a strategy for preventing the risk of spreading communicable diseases? A) preparing and storing food safely B) practicing abstinence from sexual activity C) hand washing D) avoiding regular physical activity
D
Which of the following is responsible for more than 40% of all deaths in the US each year? A) skin cancer B) type 2 diabetes C) lung cancer D) CVD
D
Your cardiovascular system transports blood to A) your brain B) your limbs C) your lungs D) all of the above
D
Nicotine causes addiction and A) acts as a stimulant B) is a carcinogen C) competes with oxygen D) Destroys cilia
A
In the condition called atherosclerosis, the buildup of plaque on artery walls is mainly due to A) eating fatty foods B) smoking C) lack of exercise D) drinking alcohol
A
Marijuana A) interferes with the immune system and may permanently damage it B) contains fewer cancer-causing chemicals than tobacco C) raises the level of testosterone in men D) enhances mental reflexes and short-term memory
A
Medical researchers have found that drinking alcohol of any sort A) slows reflexes B) heightens judgement C) decreases forgetfulness D) reduces risk-taking behaviors
A
Miscarriage and stillbirth A) can occur even when the pregnant female gets good prenatal care B) always indicate that the pregnant female used drugs or alcohol during pregnancy C) do not occur in women who abstain from illegal substances D) are the result of ectopic pregnancies
A
A person who experiences physical symptoms such as vomiting and insomnia when he or she stops taking a drug has developed a A) physiological dependence B) psychological dependence C) tolerance D) developmental asset
A
All of the woman's gametes, or eggs, are present A) at birth B) between the ages of 6 and 10 C) between the ages of 0 and 5 D) during puberty
A
Almost all cases of cervical cancer are caused by A) human papillomavirus A) herpes simplex virus C) syphilis bacteria D) trichomoniasis
A
An important step in achieving self actualization is A) leaving home or working full-time B) leaning on friends instead of on parents C) breaking away from old friendships and forming new ones D) refusing any advice or support from parents
A
As the body ages A) the skin loses elasticity B) organ function speeds up C) muscle mass increases D) the brain begins to shrink
A
As the number of HIV viruses in the body increases, the A) number of T cells decreases B) immune system grows stronger C) number of T cells remains the same D) body becomes less susceptible to infections
A
Asking many questions is a characteristic of A)middle childhood B) early childhood C) low self-esteem D) self-control
A
Compared to the children of nonsmokers, the children of smokers are A) almost three times more likely to smoke B) almost three times less likely to smoke C) about half as likely to smoke D) neither more nor less likely to smokes
A
Drinking five or more alcoholic drinks at a sitting is called A) binge drinking B)alcohol abuse C) alcohol poisoning D) moderate drinking
A
During middle childhood, children A) Develops trust B) Learn Roles C) Develop a Conscience D) Model Adult Behavior
A
During the asymptomatic stage of HIV infection A) the virus continues to grow and can be transmitted to others B) the infected person cannot transmit the virus to others C) the virus goes dormant and does not reproduce itself for a period of time D) the symptoms become increasingly severe
A
Which of the following STDs stays in the body after symptoms are treated? A) chlamydia B) human papillomavirus C) gonorrhea D) syphilis
B
Which of the following are never used in medicinal capacity? A) depressants B) hallucinogens C) narcotics D) stimulants
B
A disease develops A) every time a pathogen enters the body B) if your body cannot fight off an infection C) is you forget to wash your hands D) if you take an antibiotic
B
A symptom od alcohol poisoning is A) increased exitability B) irregular heartbeat C) inconsistent abilities D) increased respiration
B
AN increase in body fat is a secondary sex characteristic of A) males B) females C) both males and females D) adults
B
According to Eric Erickson, late adulthood begins after age A) 55 B) 65 C) 60 D) 70
B
After a smoker quits, oxygen levels return to normal in roughly ___ A) 20 min B) 8 hrs C) 48 hrs D) 3 days
B
All of the following are common communicable diseases EXCEPT A) pneumonia B) measles C) mononucleosis D) jaundice
B
An STD caused by a protozoan is A) syphilis B) trichomoniasis C) chlamydia D) gonorrhea
B
Approximately ___ percent of adult smokers start when they are teens A) 50 B) 90 C) 20 D) 5
B
Arthritis is A) a fairly rare condition B) the leading cause of disability in the US C) an inevitable part of growing old D) a disease that only affects the elderly
B
Autonomy develops during A) Infancy B) Early Childhood C) Middle Childhood D) Late Childhood
B
Because teens can obtain tobacco illegally, ___ are being removed from unsupervised areas A) tobacco stand B) cigarette machines C) tobacco license D) gas stations
B
Blood alcohol concentration is A) the amount of alcohol consumed in 1 hour B) the amount of alcohol in a person's blood expressed as a percentage C) the law that restricts alcohol use among teens D) driving while intoxicated
B
Compared to a person in a marriage, a person in a dating relationship is more likely to A) make a deep commitment to his or her partner B) doubt his or her partner's reasons for commitment C) consider the long-term effects of decisions made with the partner D) have a more thoughtful relationship
B
During the immune response, certain types of white blood cells react to A) lymphocytes B) antigens C) T cells D) antibodies
B
HIV can be transmitted through A) food B) blood C) sweat D) insect bites
B
In the US, the rate of new AIDS cases is A) increasing in the populations as a whole B) increasing in teens C) the same as it was in 1981 D) the same in all age groups
B
In the first four weeks of embryonic and fetal development, A) the fetus may suck its thumb B) the heart begins to beat C) the fetus can hear D) the sex organs develop
B
Morphine, codeine, and aspirin are all A) antivirals B) analgesics C) vaccines D) antibiotics
B
Most heart attacks are sudden, but one in four A) causes no heart damage B) produces no symptoms C) needs emergency help D) produces arrhythmias
B
Nicotine gum is an over-the-counter product that is used as a nicotine A) deactivator B) substitute C) enhancer D) antitoxin
B
One of the most important factors for a successful marriage is A) counseling B) maturity C) sex appeal D) income
B
People who use smokeless tobacco A) have fewer health risks than smokers B) can become addicted to nicotine C) do not get tobacco-related cancers D) can quit more easily than smokers
B
Practicing abstinence until marriage gives a person freedom from A) emotional desires B) sexually transmitted diseases C) debt D) in-laws
B
Single-celled organisms that are larger and more complex than bacteria are A) viruses B) protozoans C) fungi D) rickettsias
B
The best method for preventing STDs is A) using barrier protection during sexual activity B) abstaining from sexual activity C) choosing low-risk sex partners D) avoiding alcohol and drugs
B
The changes that occur during puberty are triggered by A) an increase in brain size B) the release of hormones C) the appearance of sex characteristics D) the production of gametes
B
The support and guidance of your parents can help you become more emotionally and socially A) accepted B) independent C) distant D) available
B
Which STD may lead to cancer of the liver? A) syphilis B) hepatitis B C) chlamydia D) bacterial vaginosis
B
A bacterial disease that usually attacks the lungs is A) meningitis B) hepatitis A C) tuberculosis D) mononucleosis
C
A cancer that affects the blood-forming organs is a A) lymphoma B) carcinoma C) leukemia D) sarcoma
C
A condition in which liver tissue is replaced with useless scar tissue is called A) fatty liver B) alcoholic hepatitis C) cirrhosis D) fetal alcohol syndrome
C
A substance that kills cells or interferes with their functions is A) fungus B) a vector C) a toxin D) a protozoan
C
AN example of transmission by direct contact is A) touching an object B) getting bitten by a mosquito C) touching a person D) eating under-cooked poultry
C
Alcohol and Tobacco A) are safe in small amount late in pregnancy B) cause problems that clear up once the baby is born C) Pass through the umbilical cord from the pregnant female to fetus D) cause the same health problems in fetuses as they do in adults
C
An adult __ doesn't mean that you are an adult A) occupation B) peer group C) physique D) age
C
An example of the consequences of drug use on society is A) developing an addiction B) stress within a family C) lost work hours as a result of drug-related illnesses D) harm to developing fetuses
C
By the time a person reaches the age of six, his or her ___ is 95% of its adult size A) body B) mouth C) brain D) spine
C
Contractions A) start in the early stages of pregnancy B) stop when the baby emerges from the mother's body C) cause the cervix to widen D) become weaker as labor approaches
C
Driving while intoxicated A) is the main cause of intoxication B) occurs mostly in inexperienced drivers C) is the leading cause of death among teens D) decreases a driver's reaction time
C
HIV can be transmitted through A) food B) the air C) blood D) the skin
C
How many times does your heart pump each day? A) 10,000 B) 50,000 C) 100,000 D) 150,00)
C
If a pregnant woman smokes, the carbon monoxide in the smoke A) reduces oxygen levels in the mother's blood only B) reduces oxygen levels in the fetus's blood only C) reduces oxygen levels in both the mother's and the fetus's blood D) has no effect on the mother or fetus
C
In the STOP approach to helping a friend quit smoking, what does the T stand for A) take the cigarettes away B) take it easy C) take time to plan D) take another look
C
In the drug interaction known as the synergistic effect A) two medicines taken together cancel each other out B) the patient builds up a tolerance to two medicines taken together C) one medicine strengthens the effect of another taken at the same time D) one medicine alleviates the side effects of another taken at the same time
C
Increased brain capability throughout adolescence leads to greater memory and A) intelligence B) popularity C) cognition D) anxiety
C
Metabolism is A) the process by which alcohol is converted to sugars B) the presence of alcohol in the digestive system C) the process by which the body breaks down substances D) a measure of the impact of alcohol on the liver
C
Nicotine contributes to plaque buildup in blood vessels, increasing the chance of A) lung cancer B) diabetes C) arteriosclerosis D) oral cancer
C
Older adults evaluate the events of their lives and their A) consequences B) financial security C) achievements D) health
C
Organisms that cause disease A) are always dead B) are always visible C) are everywhere D) affect only humans
C
People who always keep their health triangles in balance are more likely to A) lose integrity as they age B) experience empty-nest syndrome C) adjust successfully to aging D) get Medicaid benefits
C
Providing children with ___ is one of the most important responsibilities of parenthood A) fun B) adventure C) unconditional love D) food
C
Solving puzzles provides adults with mental A) stress B) damage C) stimulation D) confusion
C
Substance abuse does NOT lead to A) accidental deaths B) violent crimes C) an increase in control D) unintended pregnancies
C
Tar contained in tobacco smoke is harmful to the lungs because it A) clogs the blood vessels B) is a stimulant C) paralyzes cilia D) is addictive
C
The first stage of alcoholism is characterized by A) brain damage and kidney defects B) admission that there is a problem C) becoming intoxicated regularly D) the need for less alcohol to become intoxicated
C
The human papillomavirous causes A) gonorrhea B) chlamydia C) genital warts D) genital herpes
C
The leading cause of blindness in adults is A) glaucoma B) macular degeneration C) complications of diabetes D) cataracts
C
What is scoliosis? A) vision disorder B)hearing disorder C) curvature of the spine D) weakness of the spine
C
When quitting smoking, stress-management techniques can A) prevent diseases of the lungs B) reduce peer pressure C) help ease people through the withdrawal process D) be a nicotine substitute
C