PHED final exam
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.