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A driver is "usually impaired" at a blood alcohol concentration of

*B) 0.05 to 0.07 percent.

Which of the following is TRUE about routes of drug administc

*B) Intravenous injection is the most dangerous method of administration.

Which of the following is TRUE about stress?

*B) Stress is a mental and physical response to real or perceived changes and challenges.

Which of the following statements about intimate relationships is TRUE?

*B) Supportive intimate relationships are associated with a longer life span..

A key reason for the resurgence of measles and mumps infections is

*B) a public backlash against vaccinations.

Oral contraceptive pills are

*B) about 91 percent effective at preventing pregnancy with typical use.

Research examining the relationship between substance abuse and violence indicates that.

*B) alcohol consumption is a major factor in domestic violence at all levels.

The minimum amount of energy the body uses to maintain vital functions is known as the

*B) basal metabolic rate.

The high rate of overweight and obesity among Americans is due to

*B) biology, environment, and lifestyle..

Medical decision making based on clinical expertise, patient values, and data from scientific research is known as

*B) evidence-based medicine.

Education and policies aimed at reducing distracted driving within a given population exemplify

*B) health promotion.

A reduction in the oxygen supply to a part of the body or an organ such as the heart is known as

*B) ischemia.

One dangerous consequence of very low calorie diets is that they increase the individual's risk for a condition in which the blood levels become acidic. This is known as

*B) ketoacidosis.

The legal term for improper or negligent treatment of a patient by a health care provider that results in loss or harm to the patient is

*B) malpractice.

Washing your hands before eating is an example of disease

*B) prevention.

Economic development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the needs of future generations is called.

*B) sustainable development..

Which of the following is a key component of healthy relationships?

*B) treating others with respect

Taking responsibility for your health care includes all of the following EXCEPT

*B) using over-the-counter medications to treat a sudden, serious illness..

The common cold is which type of infection?

*B) viral

What percentage of a person's body weight is water?

*C) 50 to 70 percent

What happens during a heart attack?

*C) Blood supply is blocked to some area of the heart.

Which of the following BEST describes appetite?

*C) It is more psychological than physiological.

Which of the following is typically due to a staphylococcal infection?

*C) acne

All of the following are ways to measure the intensity of cardiovascular exercise EXCEPT.

*C) blood gas analysis..

Sexually transmitted infections disproportionately affect

*C) females and young people age 15 to 24.

A sprained ankle should be iceds..

*C) for 20 minutes every hour for the first 24 to 72 hours.

All of the following are true with respect to generic drugs EXCEPT that they

*C) have the same inactive ingredients as their brand name counterpart.

The physiological state in which all body systems are in balance and functioning normally is

*C) homeostasis..

Driving while drowsy is a form of

*C) impaired driving.

Relationships characterized by behavioral interdependence, need fulfillment, emotional attachment, and emotional availability are

*C) intimate relationships.

Regular physical activity has been linked to all of the following EXCEPT.

*C) lower life expectancy.

What percentage of adult Americans are obese?

*C) more than 30 percent but less than 40 percent

Approximately 50 percent of the radiation to which humans are exposed comes from

*C) natural sources..

According to research, each of the following factors increases the risk of substance abuse among students EXCEPT

*C) participation in college sports..

Support from others to change a behavior is an example of a(n..

*C) reinforcing factor.

The three facets of human spirituality are

*C) relationships, values, and purpose in life.

Reasons for continued population growth in many developing nations include all of the following circumstances for women EXCEPT.

*C) rising economic status..

All of the following points about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans are true EXCEPT that.

*C) they provide specific recipes to facilitate meal preparation.

You should consult a physician.

*C) to treat swelling and dizziness in reaction to an insect bite.

Which of the following statements about college drinking is TRUE?.

*D) Female college students' alcohol consumption is close to that of male college students.

An example of a SMART goal is.

*D) I'll sign up for the strength-training class and try to increase the weight I can lift by 20% by the end of the term.

Which of the following is TRUE about conflict?

*D) It is inevitable when people live or work together.

The common name for a myocardial infarction is

*D) a heart attack.

A measure of how clean or polluted the air in a given region is on a particular day is the.

*D) air quality index.

Warning signs of suicide include all of the following EXCEPT.

*D) compulsion to repeatedly perform rituals.

Many men are reluctant to have a vasectomy because of the.

*D) fear of decreased sexual performance.

The form of a sugar that is stored in the liver and muscles and broken down when the body requires a burst of energy is.

*D) glycogen.

Chronic stress has a strong connection to all of the following medical conditions EXCEPT

*D) hearing loss.

Suicidal ideation is significantly associated with

*D) high stress and low self-esteem.

Which of the following is NOT a bacterial infection or caused by a bacterial infection?

*D) influenza

The so called pleasure circuit

*D) is also known as the mesolimbic dopamine system.

Sexual penetration without the victim's consent constitutes

*D) rape.

Which of the following is a sign of codependent behavior?

*D) striving to meet an addicted person's needs in an unhealthy way

The World Health Organization defines violence as

*D) the intentional use of physical force or power against oneself or another person or group.

Factors affecting alcohol absorption include all of the following EXCEPT.

*D) the time of day the alcohol is consumed.

Psychological health is best described as encompassing.

*D) thinking, feeling, relating, and being.

An important strategy for avoiding mold is to.

*D) use a dehumidifier in damp rooms.

The relatively ineffective method of birth control known as coitus interruptus is also called the

*D) withdrawal method.

In a healthy relationship,

*D) you're honest with yourself and each other.

Which of the following is a TRUE statement?

A) Tobacco is known to cause about 20 diseases.

Which of the following is TRUE about steroids?

A*D) Adverse effects include mood swings, elevated cholesterol levels, acne, and hypertension.

The least serious form of heat

related illness is -*A) heat cramps

The typical

use failure rate for a contraception method takes into account which of the following?- *B) human error

One problem with the BMI measurement is that it

) does not account for varying levels of muscle mass..

Which of the following is TRUE about intimate partner violence?

*A) Homicide by a current or former intimate partner is the leading cause of death among pregnant women in the United States..

Which of the following is NOT true about male condoms?

*A) They can be used with baby oil and body lotions as lubricants.

Exercise can improve mental health by

*A) boosting selfesteem.

Which of the following provides a ready source of energy for daily activities?

*A) carbohydrates

Intense feelings or patterns of feelings that people experience are

*A) emotions.

Emotional health can best be described as being able to

*A) feel and express emotions appropriately..

The immune system's ability to respond to assaults is known as

*A) immunocompetence.

Through our relationships with others, we fulfill our needs for

*A) intimacy, social integration, and nurturance.

Which of the following represents the correct sequence of blood flow as it travels through the heart

*A) right atrium, right ventricle, lungs, left atrium, left ventricle, aorta

Eating food when drinking alcohol

*A) slows alcohol absorption.

Which blood pressure measurement is the upper number that represents the amount of pressure on arterial walls when the heart contracts?

*A) systolic

The contemporary definition of wellness is

D) the achievement of the highest level of health possible in each of several dimensions.


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