PBHL final
How can you eat well and save money when living as a student on a tight budget?
Buy and eat fruit and vegetables when they are in season.
An alcoholic beverage that is 80 proof would be 20 percent alcohol by volume.
false
Oral sex carries no risk for STIs
false
The absence of disease or illness is the optimal description of health
false
The federal government established Superfund to provide money for water conservation efforts in certain communities.
false
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination protects against all types of HPV.
false
The majority of heart arrhythmias result in death.
false
The shortest stage of sleep is stage 2
false
A hormone produced in the stomach that is referred to as the "hunger hormone" is
ghrelin
The ozone layer is
in the stratosphere and protects the planet from UVB radiation.
Chronic short sleep
increases risk for stroke
When a pregnant woman's water breaks, what is actually happening is that
the amniotic sac breaks
The three phases of the general adaptation syndrome are alarm, resistance, and exhaustion
true
Treatment for influenza is only palliative.
true
Approximately what percentage of Americans age 25 to 34 have no health insurance?
16 percent
The toxic chemical byproduct of alcohol metabolism that causes nausea and vomiting is called
acetaldehyde
All of the following are examples of resources that reduce carbon emissions EXCEPT
coal
Food allergy and food intolerance mean the same thing
false
The primary reason for the decline in C. difficile infections is more widespread use of antibiotics
false
Emotional health can best be described as being able to
feel and express emotions appropriately
The range of motion that a joint or series of joints can achieve is
flexibility
All of the following are recommended for avoiding contracting or spreading a respiratory infection EXCEPT
going to work while sick as long as you take medication
Gases that accumulate in the atmosphere and contribute to global warming by trapping heat near Earth's surface are
greenhouse gas
Hepatitis B can lead to
liver cancer
Regular physical activity has been linked to all of the following EXCEPT
lower life expectancy
If you can perform regular moderate to vigorous levels of physical activity without excessive fatigue, you are considered to be
physically fit
Tomi cooked a vegetarian stir-fry for dinner. He included slices of shallots, red pepper, carrots, spinach, and brown rice. This meal is rich in
phytochemical
Which form of exercise helps develop core strength by combining stretching with movement against resistance, often involving the use of devices such as tension springs or heavy rubber bands?
pilates
The gland that secretes ACTH is the
pituitary
The term for an environmental contaminant that causes potential harm to living organisms is
pollutant
A payment made to an insurance company, usually on a monthly basis, to cover the cost of an insurance policy is the
premium
Most commonly, a person diagnosed with social anxiety disorder has a fear of
public events and gatherings
Based on a recent cholesterol screening, Marlon decided that he has to stop eating so much fast food and get more exercise. Between work and school, his free time is limited, but he is determined to lower his cholesterol level and improve his overall health. The best way for Marlon to stay motivated to improve his diet and work out regularly is to
set reasonable short- and long-term goals and reward himself for meeting them
Sleep-deprived individuals may be at greater risk of overweight and obesity because
sleeping less is associated with eating more
Eating food when drinking alcohol
slows alcohol absorption
A swimmer trying to improve her stroke performance concentrates mainly on upper body weight training; her training program is an example of
specificity
The willful, repeated, and malicious following, harassing, or threatening of another person is
stalking
Downshifting refers to the process of
taking steps to simplify one's life
Violence against people or property that is rooted in political or social objectives and intended to intimidate is
terrorism
A rise in a woman's basal body temperature signals
that ovulation has occurred.
Spiritually healthy people believe
that they are part of a something larger than the purely physical or personal dimensions of existence.
The first widely used birth control method for women was
the diaphragm
Increases in the planet's temperature over the past few decades can be attributed to
the enhanced greenhouse effect.
A sixth mass extinction of living creatures is threatened because of population growth and changes in the Earth's ecosystems
true
A stroke is also known as a cerebrovascular accident.
true
A vigorous workout raises a person's metabolic rate during exercise and for several hours afterward
true
A warm-up prior to exercise after you've finished a long day of sedentary work should last longer than a warm-up after you've walked to the fitness center
true
Advertising for cigarettes targets specific groups in society
true
Any one dimension of psychological health can affect the others
true
Approximately 45% of the radiation that Americans are exposed to is ionizing radiation from human-made sources.
true
As body mass index decreases below 18.5, an adult's overall health risk increases.
true
Athletes who engage in very extreme or intense physical activities, such as marathons, have been shown to be at an increased risk for upper respiratory tract infections
true
Being able to perform activities of daily living is an aspect of physical health.
true
Cardiorespiratory exercise should be performed 3 to 5 days a week, and muscular fitness and flexibility exercise should be performed 2 to 3 days a week
true
Changes in biochemistry due to drug abuse can trigger mental disturbances
true
Children raised in dysfunctional families who have experienced violence or abuse may have a harder time adjusting to life and run an increased risk of psychological problems.
true
During NREM sleep, body temperature and energy use drop
true
Men and women often communicate in gender-specific ways, both in their speech patterns and in their body language
true
Nearly 2 percent of all college students report that they had attempted to kill themselves in the past year
true
Obesity is associated with an increased risk of some forms of cancer.
true
Over half of the global population faces a shortage of clean water
true
Pancreatic cancer has an especially high mortality rate
true
People with major depression experience physical effects such as sleep disturbance as well as persistent sadness and despair
true
Psychoneuroimmunology is the scientific study of the interrelationships of mind and body on the immune system
true
Research links climate change to increased rates of vector-borne infectious disease
true
The need for intimacy means the need for someone with whom we can share our feelings freely.
true
The right to medical care is recognized by the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
true
Two high-risk behaviors associated with the development of HIV/AIDS are having unprotected sex and sharing needles.
true
Women are more likely than men to "tend and befriend" in response to stress.
true
Communication with health care providers can be improved by all of the following EXCEPT
relying on your health care provider for all information on health care issues
A period during which cancer has responded to treatment and appears to be under control is called
remission
Because it increases one's susceptibility to negative health outcomes, alcohol abuse is an example of which type of behavior?
risk
Which of the following is a cancer that occurs in bones, muscles, and/or connective tissue?
sarcoma
Which theory holds that our bodies fight to maintain our weight within a particular narrow range?
set point theory
Candi was mortified when her doctor told her that she had a protozoal STI. She probably had
trichomoniasis
Emotions or situations that cause a person to make unhealthy eating choices are
triggers
A woman who does weight-bearing exercise will likely have higher bone mass and bone density than a woman who doesn't.
true
About one-third of people who undergo gastric weight-loss surgery with remission of diabetic symptoms relapse within five years
true
About two-thirds of U.S. abortions are performed before the 9 th week of pregnancy
true
Aggression is more likely to occur during times of acute stress
true
Alcohol intoxication increases the risk of having unprotected sex
true
All U.S. patients have the legal right to access their medical records.
true
An unintentional injury is one in which the injury happens due to circumstances, without a deliberate intent to inflict harm
true
Arrhythmias can be triggered by lifestyle factors.
true
Consumption of alcohol is the number-one cause of preventable death among U.S. college students
true
Current research suggests that being happy or unhappy has no direct effect on mortality
true
Cutting or self-mutilation can be a sign of borderline personality disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, or an anxiety disorder.
true
Drunkorexia is a term used to describe behavior that combines heavy drinking and disordered eating
true
Eating yogurt provides probiotics that are thought to reduce the risk of certain gastrointestinal disorders
true
Emergency contraceptive pills have been used by almost 10% of sexually active college students or their partners
true
Emotional and psychological violence can cause as much harm as physical blows or injuries.
true
Even a full year after a tornado struck their town, community residents were at increased risk for traumatic stress
true
Evidence suggests that pollution levels within homes and other buildings can be 2 to 5 times higher than in outdoor air
true
Extreme underweight can contribute to loss of menstrual period in women
true
For a low-income individual without dental insurance, cost can be a perceived barrier to obtaining necessary dental care
true
Getting enough sleep may reduce a person's susceptibility to colds.
true
Having to get up frequently during the night to urinate is known as nocturia
true
Health insurance is based on the idea that policyholders pay affordable premiums so they never have to face catastrophic medical bills.
true
If a friend passes out and cannot be roused after drinking heavily for hours, you should call 9-1-1
true
In 2017, the United States became the only country in the world to opt out of the Paris Agreement to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions
true
In general, the lower the intensity of activity, the longer the duration of exercise should be
true
In the United States, there are huge disparities in crime rates based on sex, socioeconomic status, and race/ethnicity.
true
Inflammation may play a role in heart disease development.
true
Intimacy is unlikely in relationships lacking self-disclosure
true
Iron deficiency anemia is characterized by feeling tired and run down.
true
Laughter may increase endorphin levels
true
Over 1 million people in the United States are members of gangs.
true
Over 97 percent of scientists agree that the Earth is warming, driven largely by human activities such as the burning of fossil fuels
true
Research suggests that regular exercise can override genetic influences on BMI
true
Rigorous research has shown that drug studies funded by the pharmaceutical industry are more likely to find the drug beneficial than studies funded by outside sources.
true
Runoff from a parking lot is considered nonpoint source pollution.
true
Simple sugars provide short-term energy.
true
Smog does not form at night
true
Smoking increases the risk for one of the most common causes of blindness in older adults.
true
Social isolation increases the risks for several factors associated with heart disease and cancer
true
Some research suggests that evolution and genetics both contribute to romantic reactions.
true
Some scientists believe that REM sleep enhances memorization and learning
true
Somnolence is a synonym for sleep deprivation.
true
Stress can have positive health effects.
true
Stroke fatality rates have declined by nearly one-third since 2004
true
Studies associate mindfulness with pain relief
true
The Lamaze method is the most popular method of childbirth preparation in the United States
true
The United States has a shortage of primary care physicians.
true
The abortion method known as "partial birth abortion" is illegal in the United States
true
The human variant of mad cow disease can develop in a person who has eaten meat from infected cows.
true
The longer you sleep, the more time you spend in REM sleep.
true
The most common cause of male infertility is low sperm count
true
Women who are ill are at greater than average risk of marital rape
true
Your risk of becoming obese increases by at least one-third if your partner, spouse, sibling, or close friend is obese
true
All of the following are basic mindfulness skills EXCEPT
tuning out a noisy student in the library
An important strategy for avoiding mold is to
use a dehumidifier in damp rooms
Vessels that carry blood to the heart are the
veins
River has been on and off four different diets in the past year, losing and then regaining weight. She now weighs more than she did when she began dieting a year ago. River is engaging in
yo-yo dieting
Which of the following waist measurements indicates an increased health risk?
38 inches in female
Which of the following is TRUE with respect to tumors?
A malignant tumor can invade surrounding tissue, produce mutant cells, and metastasize.
Which of the following statements about the role of gender in sleep is true?
As compared to women, men are less likely to seek help for sleep disorders
What happens during a stroke?
Blood supply to some area of the brain is interrupted.
Which of the following is TRUE with respect to genetics and obesity?
Certain genes might influence obesity by altering regulation of a hormone called ghrelin
Which of the following is a useful strategy to prevent explosive anger?
Develop realistic expectations of yourself and others.
A birth defect caused by the mother's alcohol intake during pregnancy is
FAS
The virus responsible for causing genital warts is
HPV
Which of the following is TRUE about stalking?
It can occur online.
What effect does carbon monoxide have on the body?
It diminishes the oxygen-carrying capacity of the red blood cells.
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 is TRUE with respect to attention-deficit (hyperactivity) disorder (ADD/ADHD)?
It tends to disrupt relationships
Which of the following is NOT true about male infertility?
Male infertility problems account for only 10 percent of infertility cases
When Maria's boyfriend returned from the health clinic, he told her he had been diagnosed with gonorrhea. Which of the following statements is TRUE?
Maria should go to the clinic to get tested for gonorrhea and treated if she has it
Which of the following statements about the graduating class of 2016 is true?
More than 70 percent of these students graduated with significant debt
Which of the following statements about suicide is true?
People are at increased risk for suicide if they identify as LGBT
Which of the following statements about self-esteem is FALSE?
Protecting children from failure may boost their ability to persist in the face of difficulties.
Which of the following is a key time management strategy that can reduce stress?
Set clear implementation intentions toward a specific end
According to the PERMA model, which of the following strategies is most likely to enhance your well-being?
Set realistic goals and pursue them with effort
Which of the following statements about marital status in the United States is TRUE?
The percentage of males who have never married is higher than that of females.
Which of the following is TRUE about panic attacks?
They can lead to social isolation
When trying to drive less aggressively, Bekka observed her family and friends' more careful driving, reflected on what she observed, and changed her driving accordingly. This is an example of the social cognitive model of behavior change
True
Which of the following is TRUE about the cycle of intimate partner violence?
Women who have experienced the cycle more than once tend to develop battered woman syndrome.
Which form of hormonal birth control works transdermally?
Xulane
Which of the following is FALSE about smokeless tobacco?
Young people's use of smokeless tobacco has been declining steadily since 1999
Which factor would reduce the likelihood of your choosing a particular person as a partner?
Your beliefs, attitudes, and values are significantly different.
When Cheri was grocery shopping, she noticed a shelf label with three stars beneath a can of low-sodium vegetable and bean soup. This shelf label is an example of
a nutrition rating system
What percentage of the world's population lacks adequate sleep?
about 35 percent
When an individual's body increases its metabolic rate to compensate for an increased food intake, this is the process known as
adaptive thermogenesis.
Marketing of tobacco products currently targets all of the following EXCEPT
affluent citizens through community-based events
Rape that involves a stranger is classified as
aggravated rape
Your doctor works at a hospital accredited by the Joint Commission. This type of accreditation indicates that
all practitioner education, licensing, and training qualifications have been verified.
Eve is always upset about something, and it seems that she is never really happy. Her mental outlook is likely to adversely affect
all six dimensions of her health.
Molecules that are the building blocks of protein are
amino acids
Children who have experienced sexual abuse are at increased risk for
anxiety disorders, depression, and suicide attempts
All of the following are part of the RICE formula for treating sports- and fitness-related injuries EXCEPT
apply heat at the injury site
The term defensive medicine refers to actions taken to
avoid malpractice claims
After stubbing his toe, Tom told Connie that he was in agonizing pain. Connie said she believed him, but rolled her eyes. Tom most likely
believed that Connie felt he was exaggerating his pain.
The ratio of alcohol to total blood volume is the
blood alcohol concentration.
In a relationship, commitment means that
both partners in a relationship agree to practice monogamy
One of the advantages of a single-payer health care system is that it
can achieve lower cost through economies of scale
Which of the following is caused by an increased production of a fungus normally resident in smaller numbers in the vagina?
candidiasis
Gwen received the HPV vaccination in her early teens. Doing so decreased her risk for
cervical cancer
What substance is not soluble in water, is derived from animal-based foods and synthesized by the body, and while circulating in the blood, can accumulate on the inner walls of arteries and restrict blood flow?
cholesterol
The last stage of liver disease that can result from years of heavy drinking is
cirrhosis
When two partners in an intimate relationship live together without being married, this is
cohabitation
Lengthy cohabitation that is considered legally binding in some states is
common-law marriage
What type of proteins contain all nine essential amino acids?
complete
When Marlon gets adequate sleep the night before his intramural basketball games, he has more energy and can run faster and perform better. This can be attributed to
conservation of body energy during sleep
Going out for dinner at your favorite restaurant as a reward for finishing a big project is an example of a
consumable reinforcer
Which of the following lubricants is safe to use with a condom?
contraceptive foam
Which of the following is an FDA-approved prescription weight loss drug?
contrave
All of the following are techniques used in the Chinese art of feng shui EXCEPT
coordinating the colors of your walls and your bed linens. picking up clutter daily. positioning your bed so that it is not aligned with the door. using sheer curtains that let in as much light as possible NOT picking up clutter daily
Which of the following would assess muscular endurance?
counting number of repeated sit-ups
The Russian hacking of polling software during the 2016 U.S. elections is an example of
cybercrime
STI pathogens prefer
darkness and moisture
Most private health insurance plans require the patient to a pay a certain amount each year toward health care expenses before the plan benefits begin; this amount is the
deductible
The process by which addicts get an addictive substance out of their system as part of ending their dependence on it is
detoxification
Health and wellness are best described as
dynamic
Which of the following behaviors would most likely increase the risk of developing cancer?
eating a diet high in empty calories
Violence directed at others and based on prejudice and discrimination is
ethnoviolence
A disabled person can never achieve the highest level of wellness
false
A family history of heart disease has a much greater influence on heart-disease risk than factors such as an unhealthful diet, smoking, a sedentary lifestyle, obesity, and a high stress level.
false
A locavore is someone who makes a point of eating out in his or her own neighborhood
false
A product with the label claim natural is required by the FDA to be free of food additives.
false
A relationship is intimate only if sex is involved.
false
According to a recent survey, health concerns are the number-one stressor reported by Americans
false
Actions you take to wash your sheets, clear clutter from your bedroom, and otherwise clean your sleeping area are collectively known as sleep hygiene.
false
Acute stress is significant, long-term stress that can produce negative effects on multiple body systems
false
All forms of dietary fat raise blood cholesterol
false
All forms of radiation pose a threat to human health
false
All physicians are required by law to accept Medicare patients.
false
All spermicides are effective in preventing sexually transmitted infections.
false
An antibody is a pathogen capable of triggering an immune response
false
An osteopath (D.O) does not complete the same level of training as a physician who is an M.D.
false
Behavioral therapy focuses on changing a person's habitual attitudes to become more positive and productive
false
Brenda believes in ghosts. When her friend Manami told her about an investigation showing that a supposed haunting of a local theatre was due to natural phenomena, Brenda tuned out. Brenda was engaging in passive listening.
false
Child sexual abuse occurs in as many as 2 out of every 100 children.
false
Cigarettes made with ground cloves deliver lower levels of tar and carbon monoxide than regular cigarettes
false
Cost sharing is one of the mechanisms private health care insurers use to help patients afford coverage
false
Deep breathing is a technique used in yoga but not in other mind-body practices.
false
Disability-adjusted life years is a measure of the difference between age at premature death and average life expectancy.
false
Emotional health is the same as intellectual health.
false
Excessive drug and alcohol consumption and poor sleep habits are the primary modifiable determinants related to chronic diseases
false
Experts advise that, if you are approached by a potential assailant, you should not make eye contact
false
Fats should make up less than 10 percent of daily calories consumed.
false
Feeling that you have to share everything with your partner is a sign of a healthy relationship
false
If a woman has a urinary tract infection and takes a pregnancy test, a false positive may result
false
If your state doesn't mandate bike or motorcycle helmets, you don't need to bother wearing them to prevent injuries.
false
Interspecies transmission of infectious disease does not occur.
false
It costs more to eat a nutrient-dense diet than to eat a nutrient-poor diet
false
It's wise to eat a little protein after a workout to replenish muscle and liver glycogen stores.
false
Just six states in the United States have an obesity rate below 20% of the population.
false
Mixing alcohol with energy drinks reduces the level of alcohol impairment.
false
Most fast food chains do not offer nutritional analyses of their food
false
Most people who are withdrawing from alcohol addiction experience delirium tremens
false
Most research into birth control methods is focused on men.
false
Most types of diaphragms can be purchased over the counter wherever condoms are sold.
false
Nearly 15 percent of all violent acts are attributed to people with serious mental illness
false
No valid research exists on the effects of massage therapy on mental health.
false
One in four new mothers experience postpartum depression
false
One in four new mothers experience postpartum depression.
false
One of MyPlate's key messages is to consume seafood once a week
false
Only 45% of American adults meet national guidelines for both cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness.
false
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) occurs in both males and females as a result of certain STIs.
false
People who exercise regularly experience physical benefits but not psychological benefits.
false
Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of muscles in the lower back
false
Psychoneuroimmunology studies the effects of disease on emotional health
false
Research suggests that overweight and obese children who are bullied because of their weight are likely to eat less as a result.
false
Restless leg syndrome is an extremely rare disorder, affecting less than 0.5 percent of the U.S. population.
false
Short-duration sleep lowers a person's risk for cardiovascular disease.
false
Sterilization has become the leading method of contraception for women of all ages.
false
Substance abuse decreases the risk of both homicide and suicide.
false
The U.S. divorce rate has increased over the past several decades.
false
The United States has the third highest life expectancy of any country in the world.
false
The average cost of gastric weight-loss surgery is $1,500.
false
The development of self-esteem is an important part of intellectual health
false
The new etiquette of relationships established under social media has made it perfectly acceptable to break up with someone online.
false
The only reliable treatment for insomnia is prescription sleeping pills.
false
The waist-circumference-to-height formula suggests that a male who is six feet tall (72 inches) should have a waist circumference of no more than 32 inches.
false
The wellness continuum ranges from a low point of beginning to experience some type of symptom to a high point of optimal health and well-being
false
Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), an insurer can impose an annual limit on coverage.
false
n a stress test, a patient receives an injection of a stimulant, and an ECG records the heart's response to the drug.
false
During stage 4, a sleeping person's pituitary gland releases which of the following hormones?
growth hormone
An effective way to protect yourself from STIs is to
have sex only with a partner who has tested negative for STIs.
Falls are the most common cause of
head injury
Of the following types of health care expenditures, the United States spends the most on
health insurance
Chronic stress has a strong connection to all of the following medical conditions EXCEPT
hearing loss
After a night of heavy drinking, John still appears sober while his friends are obviously intoxicated. It is likely that John has developed
learned behavioral tolerance.
A mentally healthy student who gets a bad grade on an exam would respond by
learning from the situation and improving study habits
Which of the following plays a major role in the cell-mediated immune response?
lymphocytes
The difference between surgical and medical abortions is that
medical abortions are performed without entering the uterus
The accident that results when the temperature in the core of a nuclear reactor increases enough to melt the fuel and breach the containment vessel is called a nuclear
melt down
The general term for a disorder that disrupts thoughts, feelings, moods, and behavior to the extent that it impairs functioning in daily
mental illness
Campus law enforcement officers now have
more staff and increased authority to prosecute offenders.
Patrick is going to begin chemotherapy to treat a type of lymphoma. Which of the following side effects is he most likely to experience?
nausea, fatigue, and hair loss
The restful, restorative period of sleep is
non-REM sleep
A person's bone structure is an example of a(n)
nonmodifiable determinant.
The science that studies food and nourishment, including food composition and the physiological effects of food on the body, is
nutrition
How many adult Americans suffer from some type of cardiovascular disease?
one out of three
Jealousy is more likely when
one partner fears that he or she is losing control over the other
Stress caused by not being able to accomplish all tasks and obligations in the time available is known as
overload
A hormone referred to as a "cuddle chemical" that boosts feelings of satisfaction and attachment is
oxytocin
Disease-causing agents are called
pathogens
An example of a nonpoint source water pollutant is
pesticide runoff from a farm
In a clinical trial for a new pain medication, Hayden was given an inactive substance instead of an actual drug. After taking it, however, his headache improved. This resulted from the
placebo effect
Gavin downloads a new workout song every time he completes his week's exercise goal. This action is an example of
positive reinforcement
Bidis are becoming increasingly popular because they are viewed as safer than regular cigarettes. Research shows that bidis
produce three times more nicotine than cigarettes
A researcher observes that stage actors frequently come down with a cold after the close of a long run of a show. This type of study would best be classified as
psychoneuroimmunology
you should consult a physician
to treat swelling and dizziness in reaction to an insect bite
Which form of fat poses high risks for heart disease and cardiac-related death?
trans fat
John underwent a body composition test that involved being submerged to compare his underwater weight with land weight to determine his level of body fat. This method of assessment is known as a
hydrostatic weighing
Research has shown that laughter results in all of the following EXCEPT
increased risk of heart disease
Over the past five decades, daily calorie consumption by Americans has
increased significantly
A person's exercise metabolic rate (EMR) will increase if he or she
increases the activity level from light to moderate
Exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease by all of the following EXCEPT
increasing LDL levels.
Maria has difficulty falling asleep quickly, and many morning she wakes feeling unrefreshed. Maria most likely has
insomnia
According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, love involves
intimacy, passion, and commitment.
Through our relationships with others, we fulfill our needs for
intimacy, social integration, and nurturance.
The release of particles and electromagnetic rays from atomic nuclei during the normal process of disintegration produces
ionizing radiation
"Mini-strokes" that cause only temporary impairment and that can indicate an impending stroke are
transient ischemic attacks (TIAs).
Brenda is going on a ski trip over spring break and has 12 weeks to get in shape. She purchased an elliptical trainer and started working out on it for 10 minutes each day. Each week, she will increase her workout by 10 minutes until she can exercise for one hour. If she finds that is too rigorous, she will only add 5 minutes to her workout each week. Which of the following behavior-change techniques is Brenda using to get in shape for her trip?
shaping
The strategy of reframing appraisals of stressors more positively and working toward future goals is known as
shift and persist
Carbohydrates are used by the body primarily for
short-term energy
Jeannette is 82-years old, but participates in balance training that reduces her risk of falls. This balance training increases what component of Jeannette's physical fitness?
skill-related fitness
Miranda plays on the lacrosse team and knows that increasing her aerobic capacity will help her on the field. To determine her current aerobic capacity, the team's trainer will conduct a test in which Miranda will run on a treadmill for a designated time while measurements are taken. What will the measure of her aerobic capacity show?
the volume of oxygen her muscles consume during exercise