Praxis 5857 Form 2
Which of the following health issues do farmworkers have a higher than average risk of experiencing primarily as a result of the use of pesticides in industrialized countries? A.Irritable bowel syndrome B.Parkinson's disease C.Osteoporosis D.Glaucoma
B.Parkinson's disease
Which of the following movements best applies the principles of force projection and absorption for the development of locomotor skills? A.Bending at the hips to touch the toes B.Rocking back and forth while sitting C.Jumping rope independently D.Swinging the arms in a forward circle
C.Jumping rope independently
An elementary physical education teacher is providing feedback for students who are having trouble kicking a playground ball. Which of the following feedback strategies provides the most benefit for student learning? A.Encouraging students when they complete a successful kick B.Providing students with specific correctional cues for kicking C.Reteaching the steps needed to complete a proper kick D.Reminding students the goal for the activity is to successfully learn to kick a ball
B.Providing students with specific correctional cues for kicking
Which of the following strategies best motivates students to create a physical activity plan that they will continue to use during summer vacation? A.Allowing students to choose summer activities that they enjoy to add to their plan B.Assigning a different sport or activity for each week of summer vacation C.Developing a daily schedule for the students to follow throughout the summer D.Encouraging students to sign a pledge that states they will stay active over summer vacation
A.Allowing students to choose summer activities that they enjoy to add to their plan
To best demonstrate comprehension of how good decision-making skills can affect relationships, a high school student should be able to do which of the following? A.Analyze potential short- and long-term impacts of decisions and their effects on self and others B.Acknowledge that individual decision making is always most appropriate C.Make a decision without necessarily being able to defend it D.Arrive at a decision without considering any alternatives
A.Analyze potential short- and long-term impacts of decisions and their effects on self and others
During a basketball unit, a physical education teacher divides students into teams to play mini games. The teacher increases the length of the games over the course of the unit. By doing this the teacher demonstrates an understanding of which of the following? A.Building cardiovascular endurance while practicing skills B.Providing an opportunity for teamwork and cooperation C.Using teacher-directed instruction to increase playing time D.Improving sportsmanship to help develop skill performance
A.Building cardiovascular endurance while practicing skills
A teacher can best introduce developmentally appropriate instruction for students in fourth through sixth grades by using which of the following? A.Cooperative learning and supervised group learning strategies to improve students' interpersonal skills B.Singing games using patterned rhythms that promote students' active playing and learning C.Activities that challenge students to develop rules, codes of conduct, and choices of consequences D.Challenges that go beyond what students can already do with no adjustments for individual differences
A.Cooperative learning and supervised group learning strategies to improve students' interpersonal skills
Which of the following national organizations offers a wide variety of professional development opportunities for pre-K-through12 health and physical educators, including standards-based workshops, Webinars, and podcasts? A.Boys &and Girls Clubs of America B.SHAPE America C.American Red Cross D.American Heart Association
B.SHAPE America
Which THREE of the following sports require an emphasis on aerobic training? A.Softball B.Soccer C.Lacrosse D.Tennis
B.Soccer C.Lacrosse D.Tennis
Which THREE of the following activities best describe how to improve students' motor skill learning in physical education class? A.During a baseball unit, having students catch a thrown ball while partners are moving on the field B.During a rhythm and dance unit, having students observe a sequence of dance steps C.During a basketball unit, having students change the speed and direction of a basketball while dribbling D.During a softball unit, having students practice throwing from the outfield to home plate E.During a soccer unit, having students practice foot dribbling by changing speed and direction during drills
A.During a baseball unit, having students catch a thrown ball while partners are moving on the field C.During a basketball unit, having students change the speed and direction of a basketball while dribbling E.During a soccer unit, having students practice foot dribbling by changing speed and direction during drills
Which of the following best demonstrates reflective practice by a physical education teacher? A.Having a colleague observe a lesson and make suggestions about what went well and what needs improvement B.Using lesson plans found on file from a national professional organization during classroom instruction C.Showing an instructional video to new teachers as a guide about teaching in the district D.Administering a survey to students about their favorite parts of a lesson to instill confidence in the teacher
A.Having a colleague observe a lesson and make suggestions about what went well and what needs improvement
An individual's fitness plan should be based primarily on which TWO of the following factors? A.Health status B.Appetite C.Sleeping habits D.Current level of fitness
A.Health status D.Current level of fitness
A high school physical education teacher notices that a student is reluctant to participate in team sport activities. Which of the following instructional strategies can best encourage the student to participate? A.Helping the student see the value of his or her role B.Providing positive verbal feedback to the student C.Explaining to the class that everyone is expected to participate D.Creating healthy competition between students
A.Helping the student see the value of his or her role
During a lesson on locomotor skills, a physical education teacher wants to provide variability of skill practice. Which of the following movements includes practice in both spatial awareness and locomotor skills? A.Hopping in a zigzag pathway B.Skipping while changing tempo C.Sliding while facing a partner D.Galloping through a series of cones
A.Hopping in a zigzag pathway
Which of the following activities best helps develop student mastery of critical elements needed for a competent dance performance? A.Moving across the floor using dance steps that require a shift of weight from one foot to another B.Learning a dance and practicing the choreographed movements slow and fast C.Listening to the music from the routine and identifying the emotional nuances of the music D.Practicing movements in front of a peer to help control anxiety before a performance
A.Moving across the floor using dance steps that require a shift of weight from one foot to another
When developing an effective behavior-management plan, a physical education teacher is most likely to put the greatest emphasis on which of the following strategies? A.Providing specific positive feedback to students for displaying acceptable behaviors B.Using token reinforcers as tangible rewards for appropriate student behavior C.Offering verbal praise with statements such as "good job" or "excellent performance" D.Giving public corrective feedback to students who display negative behaviors in class
A.Providing specific positive feedback to students for displaying acceptable behaviors
By actively participating in physical education and having positive experiences in class activities, students can most likely improve which of the following? A.Self-worth B.Motivation C.Attention span D.Interpersonal communication
A.Self-worth
Which THREE of the following are common forms of domestic violence? A.Sexual abuse B.Alcohol abuse C.Emotional abuse D.Physical abuse
A.Sexual abuse C.Emotional abuse D.Physical abuse
Which of the following statements most closely aligns with the theory of reasoned action (TRAT R A) ? A.The most important determinant of an individual's behavior is the individual's behavioral intention. B.Fate will intervene in a behavior, allowing for many possible outcomes. C.The worst possible outcome will always result from a behavior that is seen by some people as bad. D.People who have performed negative behaviors in the past will eventually perform a positive behavior.
A.The most important determinant of an individual's behavior is the individual's behavioral intention.
A health teacher splits the class into small groups, uses handouts to get the groups started on cooperative work, and provides verbal feedback to the students as they begin their assignment. By practicing these steps, the teacher best demonstrates familiarity with which of the following? A.Using classroom management strategies to ensure effective instruction B.Modeling expected behaviors to create a positive classroom environment C.Facilitating independent work to promote a responsive classroom climate D.Utilizing authoritative discipline techniques to establish clear expectations
A.Using classroom management strategies to ensure effective instruction
Which of the following instructional strategies is the most developmentally appropriate way to teach students who are in the cognitive stage of motor development of a new skill? A.Verbalizing and demonstrating the steps of the new motor skill B.Assisting students in breaking down the new skill through practice C.Allowing students time to investigate the skill independently D.Grouping students together to assist each other in acquiring the new skill
A.Verbalizing and demonstrating the steps of the new motor skill
he primary function of the testes is to A.produce testosterone B.store natural lubricants C.protect sperm once released D.facilitate sperm maturation
A.produce testosterone
Which of the following best demonstrates a teacher's understanding of being a healthy role model to students? A.Distributing health-related materials to the class B.Starting a school employee wellness program C.Creating public service announcements D.Assigning homework for families to complete together
B.Starting a school employee wellness program
Which of the following is the primary purpose of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPRC P R)? A.Restarting the heart with rapid compressions B.Freeing an object lodged in the airway C.Keeping oxygenated blood circulating throughout the body D.Maintaining normal body temperature
C.Keeping oxygenated blood circulating throughout the body
Which of the following best exemplifies prescriptive feedback during a softball lesson? A."You're doing a great job; just keep working at it!" B."Keep a wider stance instead of swinging with your feet together." C."Pay attention to the game; make sure you are focused." D."Way to go! That was an awesome hit."
B."Keep a wider stance instead of swinging with your feet together."
Which of the following most accurately represents the daily recommended nutrient intake (RNIR N I) of protein for an 80 lb child? A.10 g B.40 g C.70 g D.90 g
B.40 g
Which of the following demonstrates the mastery learning style of instruction in a physical education class? A.A teacher captures data concerning the grade of a student and reports the information to the administration. B.A student proves a level of adequacy in the performance of a skill before moving on to a more challenging skill. C.A teacher shows a student the correct way to perform a skill before the student attempts it. D.A student uses peer teaching skills to help a peer master a particular skill.
B.A student proves a level of adequacy in the performance of a skill before moving on to a more challenging skill.
A health teacher is concerned that a student is being abused at home. Which of the following statements regarding the teacher's legal responsibility to report abuse is true almost everywhere in the United States? A.A teacher who suspects abuse must contact the student's parents or guardians first to investigate any potential abuse prior to filing a report. B.A teacher who in good faith reports suspected instances of child abuse or neglect has immunity from civil and criminal liability. C.A teacher cannot report suspected abuse or neglect if the student reported the abuse to the teacher in confidence. D.A teacher must file federal charges of neglect or abuse against the parents or guardians and then contact the head of the school and other local authorities.
B.A teacher who in good faith reports suspected instances of child abuse or neglect has immunity from civil and criminal liability.
Which of the following will best help to ensure effective classroom management? A.Using extrinsic motivation to encourage appropriate behavior B.Acknowledging appropriate student behavior C.Expressing disappointment to students who misbehave D.Comparing students' behaviors to the behavior of their peers
B.Acknowledging appropriate student behavior
Which of the following is the primary benefit of using the Personalized System of Instruction (PSI) to teach physical education? A.Using a teacher-centered approach to teach fitness B.Allowing students to progress at their own pace C.Encouraging students to work together D.Including students with disabilities in physical education
B.Allowing students to progress at their own pace
Which of the following best describes the concept of character education? A.A governing set of rules and regulations that actively guide performance in the classroom B.An educational approach that promotes a caring school community and core ethical and performance values C.A study in the field of health education that focuses on the background, personality, health, and well-being of an individual D.A section of the health curriculum that teaches students the difference between good and bad
B.An educational approach that promotes a caring school community and core ethical and performance values
Which of the following sources is most likely to transmit HIVH I V? A.Saliva B.Breast milk C.A drinking fountain D.A public toilet
B.Breast milk
Which of the following is the best example of effective lesson planning for the first day of a unit on nutrition? A.Administering a test that will be graded to assess key points of understanding B.Checking on students' previous knowledge and clarifying key points, standards, goals, and objectives C.Providing instruction during the entire class period focused on independent practice D.Closing the lesson with a homework assignment that will help assess student learning
B.Checking on students' previous knowledge and clarifying key points, standards, goals, and objectives
A discussion about lymph nodes would most likely take place during a lesson on which of the following body systems? A.Skeletal B.Circulatory C.Reproductive D.Muscular
B.Circulatory
An elementary physical education teacher provides several activities for students to participate in during class. Which of the following instructional strategies will best facilitate effective learning? A.Setting up the activities close to one another B.Creating brief instructional cues for each activity C.Using a whistle to help keep students on task D.Taking class attendance quickly
B.Creating brief instructional cues for each activity
Which of the following outcomes is a potential metabolic response to overtraining? A.Extreme muscle toning B.Decreased immune system functioning C.Experiencing euphoria D.Distorted body image
B.Decreased immune system functioning
Which of the following parenting strategies is most appropriate to use to help ease an elementary school child's feelings of jealousy upon the addition of a new baby to the family? A.Ignoring the child's behavior until the feelings dissipate B.Displaying the child's artwork in the baby's room C.Explaining the importance of being a role model D.Allowing the child to spend a few days at a friend's house
B.Displaying the child's artwork in the baby's room
Which of the following can best help in finding quality community partners for school health programs? A.Identifying organizations with a large monetary support base B.Finding organizations that are invested in the program's outcome C.Evaluating previously failed partnerships with community organizations D.Approaching larger partners that can easily market health programs
B.Finding organizations that are invested in the program's outcome
Which of the following muscles create movement when one contracts and the other extends? A.Deltoid and trapezius B.Hamstring and quadriceps C.Abdominal and gastrocnemius D.Latissimus dorsi and biceps
B.Hamstring and quadriceps
Which THREE of the following techniques are useful for managing time efficiently? A.Multitasking to accomplish more B.Keeping one's work space organized C.Developing a personal study style D.Scheduling one's time using a planner
B.Keeping one's work space organized C.Developing a personal study style D.Scheduling one's time using a planner
Which of the following topics best supports a lesson on injury prevention and safety for teen drivers? A.How to navigate highway traffic B.Laws on the use of safety belts and hands-free communication devices C.The importance of driving with passengers D.Vehicle safety features
B.Laws on the use of safety belts and hands-free communication devices
Which of the following phases of the tennis serve positions the body segments to generate potential energy? A.Release phase B.Loading phase C.Acceleration phase D.Follow-through phase
B.Loading phase
Which of the following is a process that occurs when the female reproductive system gradually stops making the hormones necessary for fertility? A.Menstruation B.Menopause C.Ovulation D.Conception
B.Menopause
Which of the following activities is most appropriate to include in a unit about violence prevention? A.Discussing how to identify aggressive people B.Modeling effective conflict-resolution skills C.Implementing new bullying policies D.Inviting a police officer to speak to the class
B.Modeling effective conflict-resolution skills
Which of the following types of cancer has the lowest relative survival rate among all cancers regardless of the stage at which it is diagnosed? A.Skin B.Pancreatic C.Prostate D.Cervical
B.Pancreatic
Recent research by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCC D C) indicates certain associations between alcohol and drug use and students' academic achievements, although the report notes that the associations do not prove causation. Which of the following does the research show? A.Students with higher grades are more likely to engage in stimulant use to increase their alertness and accomplish more studying and homework. B.Students with higher grades are less likely to use alcohol and drugs than are their classmates with lower grades. C.Students with higher grades are more likely to become depressed and attempt suicide because of academic pressures. D.Students with higher grades are more likely to avoid participation in extracurricular activities that take time from studying and academic achievement.
B.Students with higher grades are less likely to use alcohol and drugs than are their classmates with lower grades.
Which of the following resources provides physical education teachers with the most current interpretation of volleyball rules? A.The rule book found on the USAU S A Volleyball Web site B.The National Federation of State High School Associations C.The SHAPE America Web site D.The set of instructions included with a school volleyball set
B.The National Federation of State High School Associations
Which of the following is a physical education standard of the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE America) ? A.The physically literate individual demonstrates competency in skills-related team sports such as basketball, football, and volleyball. B.The physically literate individual demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns. C.The physically literate individual demonstrates mastery in physical fitness as assessed through semiannual standardized physical fitness testing. D.The physically literate individual demonstrates proficiency in various gross motor skills to better perform general life activities.
B.The physically literate individual demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.
Which of the following assessments will best help to identify a student's level of fluid cognitive ability? A.Identifying definitions of common vocabulary B.Translating symbols to numbers based on a key C.Matching words with the correct antonyms D.Solving addition equations quickly
B.Translating symbols to numbers based on a key
A health curriculum is most effective when it does which of the following? A.Emphasizes the acquisition of cognitive knowledge by the students B.Uses strategies designed to personalize information and engage students C.Focuses on one grade level and supports the adoption and maintenance of healthy behaviors D.Includes teaching methods and materials representing community beliefs and demographics
B.Uses strategies designed to personalize information and engage students
Which of the following nonverbal actions by a person working as part of a group best establishes a sense of leadership? A.Taking written notes on the discussion B.Using gestures when speaking C.Standing rigidly when being spoken to D.Folding the arms across the chest when listening
B.Using gestures when speaking
Learning objectives for specific lessons are based on which of the following? A.What teachers are expected to do in the lesson B.What students are expected to learn during a particular class period C.What students are expected to learn by the end of the instructional unit D.What students are expected to learn by the end of the grade level
B.What students are expected to learn during a particular class period
A physical education teacher varies equipment choices during a volleyball unit by using beach balls and balloons in addition to volleyballs. By varying the equipment during the unit, the teacher demonstrates the ability to A.increase student interest in the unit B.create equitable learning opportunities C.promote lifelong active lifestyles D.emphasize sportsmanship
B.create equitable learning opportunities
The National Health Interview Survey (NHISN H I S) collects data that are primarily used to A.help people find doctors for their health needs B.evaluate health policies and programs C.provide the correct type of health insurance for families D.collect information about the quality of school health education programs
B.evaluate health policies and programs
Which of the following parts of a neuron is primarily responsible for the transmission of stimuli? A.Soma B.Schwann cell C.Axon D.Nucleus
C.Axon
Which of the following stages of cognitive development, as outlined by Piaget, best explains the thinking process of students aged 7-12? A.Sensorimotor B.Preoperational C.Concrete operational D.Formal operational
C.Concrete operational
Which of the following is the opposing movement to plantar flexion? A.Supination B.Abduction C.Dorsiflexion D.Internal rotation
C.Dorsiflexion
Which of the following physical effects is likely to occur before hypothermia in individuals exposed to extremely cold temperatures? A.Muscle cramps B.Dehydration C.Drowsiness D.Headache
C.Drowsiness
Which of the following characteristics of communication is the most important for a physical education teacher to consider when giving verbal instructions to a class? A.Creating eye contact B.Checking for understanding C.Enunciating in clear language D.Gesturing for emphasis
C.Enunciating in clear language
Which of the following is the primary purpose of the National Association of State Boards of Education (NASBEN A S B E) State School Health Policy Database? A.Comparing the health status of the nation's local school districts B.Offering legal opinions and information about health case law C.Facilitating the sharing of school health improvement strategies across states D.Providing data on the implementation of state laws and policies
C.Facilitating the sharing of school health improvement strategies across states
When a teacher develops a plan to change a student's behavior, which of the following is the best first step? A.Selecting various behaviors to monitor and then reflecting on student progress B.Posting a list of undesirable behaviors and their consequences in the classroom C.Identifying a single behavior that needs to be changed, improved, or strengthened D.Lecturing the entire class about improving undesirable behaviors
C.Identifying a single behavior that needs to be changed, improved, or strengthened
Which of the following strategies best promotes responsible behavior among students in a physical education environment? A.Using teacher-centered learning strategies B.Implementing short-term fixes to obtain desired behavior outcomes C.Modeling behavior expected of students D.Overpraising students for doing what is expected
C.Modeling behavior expected of students
Which of the following is the most appropriate use of formative assessments by the health education teacher? A.Administering a graded quiz to assess students' understanding of important concepts B.Providing an end-of-unit test with multiple choice and short-answer questions C.Observing students' ability to perform a skill during classroom instruction D.Creating a midterm examination with several essay questions
C.Observing students' ability to perform a skill during classroom instruction
Scope and sequence documents for health education primarily help teachers plan by doing which of the following? A.Detailing the progression of expected physical and social-emotional development milestones B.Describing how to use the gradual release of responsibility model for scaffolding instruction to diverse groups of students C.Outlining health education standards and providing a recommended teaching order D.Providing a framework for the ongoing assessment of national, state, and local health concepts and skills
C.Outlining health education standards and providing a recommended teaching order
A physical education teacher gives a student individual feedback at a station and also monitors the performance of other students in the gymnasium. Which of the following classroom management techniques proposed by Jacob Kounin is the teacher most likely using? A.Ripple effect B.Withitness C.Overlapping D.Momentum
C.Overlapping
Which of the following accommodations is most appropriate for a student with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) during warm-up stretches? A.Allowing the student to walk around the perimeter of the gym while the rest of the class stretches B.Establishing verbal cues to redirect the student if it appears the student is not being fully attentive C.Placing the student in the front row and next to a student who is a good role model D.Having the student stand next to the teacher and help lead the warm-up routine
C.Placing the student in the front row and next to a student who is a good role model
Which of the following is generally considered a breach of etiquette when playing golf? A.Marking the ball if it is on another player's line B.Allowing a group of faster players to play through C.Placing your golf bag on the teeing area D.Raking a sand trap after hitting a ball out of it
C.Placing your golf bag on the teeing area
Which of the following careers is designed to rehabilitate individuals to a functioning level of independence in life activities while recovering from an illness or injury? A.Certified personal trainer B.Exercise physiologist C.Recreational therapist D.Certified athletic trainer
C.Recreational therapist
A health teacher assigns a high school research project on obesity rates in the United States. Which of the following is the most appropriate research method for the students to use? A.Locating the obesity fact sheet on the World Health Organization Web site B.Filing an online request to access American Medical Association publications on obesity C.Retrieving data briefs on obesity from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Web site D.E-mailing the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development for the most recent obesity research
C.Retrieving data briefs on obesity from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Web site
Which of the following activities best demonstrates agility? A.Sprinting a 50-yard dash B.Catching and throwing a ball while kneeling C.Running quickly while weaving through cones D.Skipping with high knee lifts for 25 yards
C.Running quickly while weaving through cones
Which of the following actions is most appropriate to include in a list of steps to help a high school student make an informed decision? A.Determining which solution will create the quickest and most pleasant result B.Making a decision without telling parents in case it does not work out well C.Sharing the list of possible decisions and outcomes with a trusted adult D.Making the decision as quickly as possible with the help of good friends
C.Sharing the list of possible decisions and outcomes with a trusted adult
Which of the following pairs of alternative assessments is best for monitoring and evaluating fifth-grade students' progress toward physical fitness? A.Written tests and teacher observations B.Peer evaluations and student journals C.Student logs and physical fitness tests D.Teacher checklists and peer evaluations
C.Student logs and physical fitness tests
Which of the following is a measurable health objective? A.The students will learn to take their own pulse after exercise. B.The students will understand the differences between cognitive and behavioral therapy. C.The students will label and organize proteins and carbohydrates on a poster showing various foods. D.The students will know which contraceptive methods are available.
C.The students will label and organize proteins and carbohydrates on a poster showing various foods.
A health teacher is concerned that a large percentage of low-income middle school students have high body mass index (BMI) measurements. The students' urban neighborhood is an area in which access to nutritious food is limited. Before developing a plan to promote healthy eating habits for these students and their families, which of the following is the most important point the teacher must understand? A.Many students are averse to the taste of healthful foods. B.Certain foods may not conform with religious beliefs. C.Unhealthy foods tend to be less expensive than healthful foods. D.Fruits and vegetables have a short shelf life.
C.Unhealthy foods tend to be less expensive than healthful foods.
Which of the following actions best demonstrates a health-care provider applying appropriate universal precautions? A.Avoiding contact with a patient until a doctor arrives B.Washing the hands thoroughly with soap and hot water C.Using gloves and a mask when exposed to blood and body fluids D.Reviewing standard protocol with the patient
C.Using gloves and a mask when exposed to blood and body fluids
Which of the following best illustrates the most effective way for a teacher to demonstrate a particular motor skill? A.Standing in the middle of a circle of students so everyone is an equal distance from the demonstration B.Stopping the class and calling the students in from their stations to demonstrate a performance C.Using the left hand to demonstrate the skill, when facing the group, if the students will use the right hand D.Having students who perform the skill incorrectly demonstrate for the class to show flaws in the skill performance
C.Using the left hand to demonstrate the skill, when facing the group, if the students will use the right hand
To promote students' ability to handle risky situations, a health teacher models how to respond appropriately. Which of the following statements most effectively demonstrates refusal skills? A."My parents would be angry if I skipped class." B."We really shouldn't skip class." C."I get angry when we argue about skipping class." D."No, I won't skip class with you."
D."No, I won't skip class with you."
When she is feeling stressed and overwhelmed, a high school student picks at her skin until it bleeds. Which of the following is the most likely reason the student engages in self-injurious behavior? A.A fascination with blood B.A high threshold for pain C.A history of failed suicide attempts D.A need for physical expression of feelings
D.A need for physical expression of feelings
During an outdoor physical education class on a warm day, an elementary student trips and hits her head on the asphalt playing surface. Which of the following actions is most appropriate for the physical education teacher to take first? A.Informing the principal and the student's parents of the injury B.Moving the student to a cool, shaded area C.Checking the student for head injuries and fractures D.Administering basic first aid while sending another student to seek medical help
D.Administering basic first aid while sending another student to seek medical help
Medical offices are increasingly using electronic personal health record systems. Which of the following benefits is primarily associated with the increased use of these systems? A.Enabling patients to text their doctor with health concerns B.Creating scheduling options for patients needing surgery C.Offering the ability to reorder prescriptions as needed D.Allowing patients to update their blood pressure readings
D.Allowing patients to update their blood pressure readings
During a softball lesson, the physical education teacher encounters two students arguing over a piece of equipment. Which of the following strategies best encourages the students to use appropriate social behaviors to resolve the conflict? A.Placing both students in time-out for the remainder of the lesson B.Removing the piece of equipment to avoid further disruption C.Encouraging the student who started the conflict to apologize D.Asking both students to describe how they are feeling
D.Asking both students to describe how they are feeling
Which of the following actions most accurately demonstrates assertive behavior? A.Allowing others to take responsibility and make decisions B.Placing greater weight on the wishes and feelings of others C.Standing up for other people's rights, values, and beliefs D.Being open in expressing wishes, thoughts, and feelings
D.Being open in expressing wishes, thoughts, and feelings
Which of the following are two general patterns of physical growth in children? A.Gross motor and fine motor B.Prepuberty and adolescence C.Height and weight D.Cephalocaudal and proximodistal
D.Cephalocaudal and proximodistal
Which of the following statements best explains why sleep deprivation caused by sleep disorders, shift work, or an extremely busy schedule may impair an individual's ability to operate a moving vehicle? A.Erratic behavior causes frequent lane changes or tailgating. B.Attentiveness in ambient vision increases while peripheral vision decreases. C.Reason and judgment are affected greatly. D.Coordination, reaction time, and processing of information are delayed.
D.Coordination, reaction time, and processing of information are delayed.
Which of the following is a main purpose of the School Health Index (SHIS H I) ? A.Brainstorming ideas for improvement in a school's health education department B.Cataloging new professional-development ideas for health teachers C.Comparing the health programs of different schools across the country D.Enabling schools to identify strengths and weaknesses in health policies and programs
D.Enabling schools to identify strengths and weaknesses in health policies and programs
When teaching a new skill, a physical education teacher models the skill using key words and instructions. After modeling, the teacher repeats the instructions twice and asks students if they have questions before practicing the skill. Which of the following is most likely the purpose of the teacher's instructional progression? A.Using effective time management B.Encouraging peer collaboration C.Assessing student skill level D.Ensuring student understanding
D.Ensuring student understanding
Which of the following sports was originally devised in 1946 in an effort to rehabilitate Second World War veterans who were visually impaired? A.Beep baseball B.Bocce C.Tenpin bowling D.Goalball
D.Goalball
Which of the following instructional strategies most effectively encourages students to implement a plan to improve their health? A.Assigning students a research topic on common health issues B.Organizing a community health exhibition for students to attend C.Administering a physical and mental health assessment D.Helping students to set measurable and attainable health goals
D.Helping students to set measurable and attainable health goals
Which of the following components of the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCCW S C C) model, formerly the coordinated school health program, is most effective for encouraging students to engage in healthful behaviors outside of school? A.Using colorful pamphlets and posters to promote healthy habits, such as effective hygiene B.Inviting guest speakers to discuss a range of topics including disease prevention and sexual health C.Providing food options for school breakfasts and lunches that comply with federal nutrition standards D.Holding family health fairs that offer information on supporting good nutrition and physical activity
D.Holding family health fairs that offer information on supporting good nutrition and physical activity
Which of the following physical movements best incorporates the biomechanical principle of optimal projection? A.Running a mile at a moderate to vigorous pace B.Completing three sets of ten push-ups C.Holding a back-bend stretch for twenty seconds D.Kicking a soccer ball into the upper corner of a goal
D.Kicking a soccer ball into the upper corner of a goal
Which of the following actions by a health teacher best exemplifies the effective use of nonverbal skills? A.Standing behind the desk to use it as a barrier when communicating B.Maintaining a facial expression that is static, rigid, and unchanging C.Crossing his or her arms while standing and repeatedly glancing at the clock D.Making eye contact with a smile and moving throughout the classroom
D.Making eye contact with a smile and moving throughout the classroom
Social support services can best have an impact on the health status of students who live in rural communities by doing which of the following? A.Subsidizing the cost of a car to ensure access to health-care appointments B.Offering free tutoring to improve academic outcomes for low-income students C.Providing long-term employment opportunities for underemployed students D.Offering supplemental nutritional assistance programs to students in need
D.Offering supplemental nutritional assistance programs to students in need
A middle school physical education teacher plans a new unit and creates goals and expectations for students. Which of the following best establishes clear communication of the student goals and expectations? A.E-mailing students' parents to explain the unit's goals and expectations B.Handing out a rubric for the unit and reviewing objectives with the students C.Discussing the unit informally with students to engage them before beginning work D.Posting daily objectives in the classroom and reviewing them with the students
D.Posting daily objectives in the classroom and reviewing them with the students
To most effectively increase student interaction during peer instruction, a health teacher should do which of the following? A.Develop small group activities for students to engage in during class time. B.Provide answers to partnered students so they can coach one another as needed. C.Present students with multiple problems that they can easily solve. D.Require students to answer a question individually before engaging in a conversation with classmates.
D.Require students to answer a question individually before engaging in a conversation with classmates.
Which of the following is the best way to encourage successful role-playing in the classroom? A.Provide a detailed list of rules and requirements for students to follow. B.Assign students a role to play that best suits their personality. C.Allow students plenty of time to rehearse and form scripted responses. D.Set the scene and describe the situation to students carefully, but briefly.
D.Set the scene and describe the situation to students carefully, but briefly.
Which of the following statements is most accurate about individuals who abuse prescription drugs? A.They take them at the same time each day. B.They take them with water or fruit juice. C.They take them with over-the-counter medicine after consulting a doctor. D.They take them for a different purpose than what is prescribed.
D.They take them for a different purpose than what is prescribed.
Data gathered from the National Institutes of Health (NIHN I H) are most useful for which of the following purposes? A.Researching nutritional status information B.Studying trends in health education C.Tracking the spread of current diseases D.Understanding current medical research
D.Understanding current medical research
A teacher can assist in developing a student's ability to self-regulate by doing which of the following? A.Acknowledging the student's effort that led to success on an assignment B.Demonstrating appropriate ways to socially communicate with other students C.Providing consistent and effective feedback on completed assignments D.Using a checklist to break a large project down into small steps
D.Using a checklist to break a large project down into small steps
When working with students identified as English-language learners (ELLsE L Ls), which of the following strategies most effectively communicates instructional information in physical education class? A.Providing written prompts to check for students' understanding of instructions B.Speaking in a louder voice to help students understand instructions C.Printing instructions for station activities on task cards using large print D.Using gestures and demonstrations to give instruction for new tasks
D.Using gestures and demonstrations to give instruction for new tasks
Which of the following routines is most recommended by doctors to ensure healthy sleep habits? A.Sleeping more on the weekends to catch up on missed sleep B.Napping for several hours when feeling tired C.Performing physical exercise right before going to bed D.Waking up at the same time every day
D.Waking up at the same time every day
