HLTH 231 Test 2
Which of the following is an FDA-approved prescription weight loss drug?
Contrave
When a clinician measures a person's body fat by using x-rays to differentiate between bone, lean, and fat tissue the process being used is the
DXA method
Earth's average temperature has been risen by how much in the past 100 years
1.5 degrees F
One standard drink equals
12 ounces of beer and 1.5 ounces of 80 proof liquor
How many Americans suffer from health disorders caused by tobacco?
16 million
According to the Federal Highway Administration, roundabouts have shown overall reductions of how many percent of total car crashes
35%
Approximately what percentage of Americans consume alcoholic beverages regularly
50 percent
Stimulants such as Ritalin or Adderall are commonly prescribed to treat
ADHD
Adderall Oxycodone Diazepam/Valium Alcohol
Stimulants/Amphetamines Narcotics CNS Depressants CNS Depressants
According the Dr. Tisone's lecture, which of the following statements is the most accurate concerning when to access your spiritual health
You're never too young or too old to begin thinking about spiritual health
The definition of spirituality for an individual is
a sense of peace, purpose, and connection to others, and meaning in life
Which of the following play a role in developing and repairing bone muscle, skin, and blood cells?
proteins
Which naturally occurring odorless, colorless gas seeps into homes and is a leading cause of lung cancer?
radon
The three facets of human spirituality are
relationships, values, and purpose in life
In a fitness program the slogan "use it if lose it" applies to which principle?
reversibility
Suggestions presented in Dr. Tiscone's lectures for how to improve spiritual health included all of the following except
saving more money
When a clinician measures a persons body fat by pinching folds of skin at various locations on the body, the process being used is the
skin fold method
Liposuction is used to
spot reduce or contour body shape
according to the US Anti-Doping Agency, which of the following is false concerning issues related to Good Manufacturing Practices
supplement manufacturers must show their compliance with GMP
To ensure safety, leftovers that have been properly wrapped and refrigerated should be eaten within?
three days
Which theory holds that some people have a genetic disposition toward fat storage and retaining weight
thrifty gene theory
Breaking a leg during a football game is an example of which type of injury?
traumatic
Principles that guide the choices individuals make in their lives are
values
Which of the following is an example of failing to live according to one's values?
valuing honesty but cheating of on a test
The difference between implicit and explicit biases is:
we are usually aware of our explicit biases and unaware of our implicit biases
A grain that contains the bran, germ, and endosperm is a
whole grain
Drug _______ is the willful misuse of either illicit or licit drugs for the purpose of recreation, perceived necessity, or convenience
abuse
Marketing of tobacco products currently targets all of the following except
affluent citizens through community based events
Middle age weight gain is attributed to all of the following factors except
age-related appetite increase
Giving of oneself out of genuine concern for others is
alturism
The interaction of two or more drugs at the same receptor site in which one blocks the action of the other is
antagonism
Which substances protect against oxidative stress and the resultant cell damage
antioxidants
The most popular form of LSD is?
battery acid that us swallowed or chewed
Which of the following is not a major health-related component of physical fitness?
body image
The action of nicotine on the cilia of the upper respiratory passage prevents them from
cleaning out foreign matter
Who has the "burden" to prove that a supplement is unsafe before it can be removed and not available for consumption?
consumers
Over the counter drugs commonly abused by teens and young adults include?
cough an cold medicines and diet and sleep aides
The process of freeing the body from an addictive substance is known as
detoxification
A muscles ability to perform contractions for a length of time is muscle
endurance
A sprained should be iced
for 20 minutes every hour for the first 24 to 72 hours
Training for musular resistance can be done using any of the following three methods
free weights, weight machines, or your own body weight
The ideal cholesterol ratio for an individual would include
high HDL's and low LDL's
On a food product label the amount shown as the % daily value shows
how much of an average adults allowance for a nutrient is in one serving
In which of the following regions is smog most likely to be a concern?
in the San Fernando Valley
The safest way to thaw frozen food is
in the refrigerator
Countries with the largest per capita "ecological footprint"
include the United States
Problems associated with severe caloric restriction include all of the following accept
increased tolerance for cold
The so-called pleasure circut
is also known as the mesolimbic dopamine system
Anti-fat weight bias:
is learned due to silent yet powerful messages against fatness
Which of the following statements about the 1980 Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act is true
it established a Superfund to clean up hazardous waste sites throughout the United States
Which of the following in NOT true of methamphetamine?
it takes long-term use to develop tolerance
What percentage of adult Americans engage in aerobic physical activity that meets the national guidelines?
just over 50 percent
One dangerous consequence of very low calorie diets is that they increase the individuals risk for a condition in which blood levels become acidic. This is known as
ketoacidosis
Regular physical activity has been linked to all of the following except
lower life expectancy
The spiritual practice that involves focused, nonjudgemental observation and the ability to be fully present in the moment is
mindfulness
What substance in cigarettes is a highly addictive stimulant?
nicotine
When trying to ensure clean air in your home, sources of pollution to look for include all of the following except
nitroglycerine
*not on test* what is set point theory
Set point is the weight range in which your body is programmed to function optimally. Set point theory holds that one's body will fight to maintain that weight range.
All of the following are true about suppositories except that
They have a short life span and become inactive within an hour
Nancy practices the hatha style of a form of mind/body training, which emphasizes flexibility and deep breathing. Which type of is she engaging in?
yoga