HLTH 255

According to the module video on behavior change, what does the A stand for in SMART?

Action-orientated

What are social defined characteristics of a group of people who share common cultural factors such as history, national origin, religious belief, or language?

Ethnicity

Which of the following is TRUE about nutrition and exercise during pregnancy? a) Exercise can be beneficial, but the woman should consult with her physician first. b) Vitamin supplements can make up for a less than balanced diet. c) All exercise should be avoided because it is harmful to the developing fetus. d) Weight gain during pregnancy is unhealthy for the baby.

Exercise can be beneficial, but the woman should consult with her physician first.

Individualism focuses on shame, fitting in, and conflict avoidance.

False

Most research into birth control methods is focused on men.

False

One advantage of the female condom is that it can be used multiple times.

False

Present-orientated people often place value on getting screenings and preventive medicine.

False

Response to death is pretty similar across cultures.

False

Spirituality is the acceptance of the specific beliefs associated with an organized religion.

False

Sterilization has become the leading method of contraception for women of all ages.

False

The U.S. has a single payer system.

False

The allopathic approach to health care often focuses on disease as a process and puts an emphasis on healing.

False

The holistic approach of health care often focuses on the physical components of illness.

False

The holistic approach to health care focuses on physical components of illness.

False

There is very little variation in ideas about maintaining health across different cultures.

False

Yang often represents dark and night.

False

Yoga is a relatively new practice.

False

According to the module video on research challenges, what is one of the key strategies used to understand how the brain is functioning?

Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fmri)

Rural Americans are more likely to die from heart disease and cancer compared to urban Americans. This is example of which of the following concepts?

Health disparities

According to the textbook, what is an example of biological-based therapy?

Herbal therapy

Which of the following is NOT a reason cited as a reason for our health cost of health care in the U.S.? a) Higher utilization of care b) Higher prescription drug cost c) Higher administration costs d) Higher cost of medical procedures

Higher utilization of care

What is the ethical principle that holds that people should be treated equally and fairly.

Justice

Lisa believes that she is sick because there is an imbalance of energies in her body. Which type of belief system does this reflect?

Naturalistic

The idea of the body having chakras falls under which belief system?

Naturalistic

Which belief system incorporates the idea that there our bodies have four fluids (blood, black bile, yellow bile, phlegm)?

Naturalistic

Which form of medicine is based on the idea that the all body systems are interrelated and dependent on each other for good health?

Osteopathic medicine

Jacob does not believe that getting the flu is really that bad. Which construct of the Health Belief Model does this best reflect?

Perceived severity

Jamie thinks it is unlikely that she will ever get lung cancer. Which construct of the Health Belief Model does this best reflect?

Perceived suspectibility

What is the term used to describe a set of actions that are usually structured and have a symbolic value or meaning?

Ritual

What is the term that refers to a person's sexual and emotional attraction to another person?

Sexual orientation

According to the module, what is the term for conditions in which we grow up, learn, work, and live that have a strong impact on our health?

Social determinants of health

What is TRUE about supplements?

Some dietary supplements products may contain ingredients not listed on the label

According to the module video on behavior change, what does the S stand for in SMART?

Specific

According to the module video on research challenges, which of the following is TRUE? a) There is research to support that the meditative state is related to changes in electrical functioning of the brain b) There is research to establish the percentage of participants who engage in mediation c) Previous research has some similar responses to mediation across studies d) Longitudinal studies have well established the benefits of mediation

There is research to support that the meditative state is related to changes in electrical functioning of the brain

According to the module video on religion, spirituality, and rituals, the majority of studies have found a relationship between religion and smoking less.

True

According to the module video on the origin of the USA, the definition of race in the USA has shifted over time.

True

According to the textbook, CAM existed before the United States.

True

Beneficence is the concept that a healthcare provider should do good for the patient.

True

In most instances, we can only say that yoga has shown promise for particular health uses, not that it's been proven to help.

True

In some cultures, asking a doctor questions is not acceptable behavior.

True

Research has shown that religion and spirituality can have positive health effects.

True

There is research to support that acupuncture can help manage pain conditions.

True

Worldviews are closely link to ones cultural and religious background.

True

Which of the following is NOT an example of a barrier method of birth control? a) spermicides b) oral contraceptives c) condoms d) diaphragms

oral contraceptives

Which form of contraception involves implanting a small object in a woman's uterus?

intrauterine device

The two contraceptive methods most commonly used by college students are

birth control pills and male condoms

Women who use oral contraceptives and also smoke are at a higher risk of

blood clots and hypertension

Which of the following lubricants is safe to use with a condom?

contraceptive foam

During her pregnancy, Emily should avoid all of the following EXCEPT a) cleaning her cat's litter box. b) pesticides and other lawn chemicals. c) drinking tap water. d) sunrays

drinking tap water.

Maggie believes that her eating habits may directly influence her development of heart disease later in life. Which type of belief does Maggie hold?

free will belief

Which type of female birth control involves the use of synthetic estrogen and/or progestin?

hormonal

A rise in a woman's basal body temperature signals

that ovulation has occurred.

What percent of health care is paid by households (i.e., individuals)?

28%

According to the module video on CAM, about what percentage of total health care costs in the U.S. account for CAM approaches?

1%

According to the film Sex(Ed): How Did You Learn About Sex, when was the first sex education class in the U.S.?

1893

According to the module video on the origin of race in the USA, in which time period did the US start to connect race to physical features, behavior, and legal rights?

18th Century

According to the textbook, which disease is CAM most often used to address?

Back pain

According to the module video on cancer disparities, which race/ethnicity had the highest rate of new cancer diagnoses?

Black/African Americans

There are billboards in a town that promote cervical cancer screening. Which level of the socio-ecological model does this BEST reflect?

Community

There is a public walking path in a town. Which level of the socio-ecological model does this BEST reflect?

Community

You have to pay $15 with your doctor visit. What is the name of this payment?

Copayment

According to the module video on factors that affect health, genes and biology and behaviors are the only factors that affect your health.

False

According to the module, the U.S. census has always included the same race/ethnicity options.

False

All spermicides are effective in preventing sexually transmitted infections.

False

Alternative medicines refer to medicine used in conjunction with conventional medical therapies.

False

A doctor recommends getting the HPV vaccine to her patient. Which level of the socio-ecological model does this BEST reflect?

Interpersonal

What is NOT true about yoga? a) There is evidence that it may help people quit smoking b) There has been a lot of research on the health effects of yoga c) It may help with relieving back pain d) Most studies on yoga have included large numbers of people

Most studies on yoga have included large numbers of people

According to the textbook, what is an example of a mind-body intervention?

Mediatation

What term refers to personal character and what the individual believes is right or wrong conduct?

Morality

You have to pay $250 a month for your HMO plan. What is the name of this payment?

Premium

Which concept refers to the amount of space people feel is necessary to have between themselves and other?

Proxemics

The state provides additional funding for counties to increase access to COVID-19 testing for low-income individuals. Which level of the socio-ecological model does this BEST reflect?

Public Policy

What is the concept of dividing people into populations or groups on the basis of visible trait and beliefs about common ancestry?

Race

Which religion uses marijuana for religious and medicinal purposes?

Rastafarianism

In the module video, what did the first chakaras relate to?

Relationship with the earth

What day of the week are INITIAL posts to the discussion boards due?

Thursday