UNIT 5: MENTAL HEALTH AND COMMUNITY ISSUES

Latisha cannot control the urge to eat large quantities of food, which she later vomits. Which eating disorder does she have?

bulimia

If you need a routine health checkup, which facility is most cost-effective?

convenient care clinic

Which would be the best resource for someone who is mildly depressed?

counseling with a psychologist

Which term explains a prolonged feeling of helplessness and hopelessness?

depression

Which healthcare professional is typically a secondary care provider?

opthalmologist

Which type of health insurance plan is not considered a managed care plan?

traditional

Which of the following is an example of public health?

treating a city's water supply to remove any bacteria and impurities

Which type of website represents the current administration's point of view and can be trusted to provide reliable information?

.gov

What are several warning signs for clinical depression?

1. feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and despair 2. loss of ability to concentrate, sleep, or perform at school or work 3. repeated thoughts of death and suicide

Stephanie belongs to a PPO that has a $1,000 deductible. The deductible applies only if Stephanie meets with doctors outside her network. There is no co-payment. Stephanie incurred a bill of $2,000 when she met with an out-of-network specialist for a thyroid problem. She owes $1,400 out of pocket for the bill. If the PPO pays $600 after Stephanie has paid her deductible, what is the co-insurance clause of the PPO that Stephanie belongs to?

60/40

What is the first step to take to help reduce pollution?

Gain information about the current state of the environment and ways to improve it.

Which of these people is in an environment that is likely to affect their emotional health?

Jamie, a high school student who lives in a neighborhood that has a very high crime rate

Which of these people is experiencing stress?

Sam finds it difficult to sleep the night before an important test

Which is the best strategy for helping your community reduce noice pollution?

Choose manual over motorized equipment for yard work.

How can a friend directly influence you to buy a health product?

He tells you to buy it because of how good the product is

Which statement about herbal health products is true?

Herbal products might have negative side effects

Which statement best describes health promotion?

It is a set of actions taken by health organizations to prevent the spread of diseases.

Diane is throwing a party at her place and inviting many of her classmates. Which of her classmates might feel stressed at the party?

Lyra loves going out with friends but she had a fight with Diane last week and they are still not on speaking terms.

Which of these people is more likely to experience stress?

Mr. Green is loved by all his friends. They can always count on him as he never says no to anything.

The air pollution in your area is increasing by the day. What would be the most appropriate way to solve this issue?

Raise this issue at your monthly town council meetings and follow up on the progress.

You have been feeling very depressed for a long time. Which is the best step that you could take to help yourself?

Share the feelings with a trusted friend

Which is the strongest indication that your friend is going through a depression?

She rejects all social invitations. She used to be very social.

pamela is making an online purchase. Which action will help ensure that her personal information will be secure?

She should make sure the website's address starts with https

Which example indicates obsessive - compulsive disorder?

Susan is obsessed with arranging her kitchen dishes and repeats this 10 times a day.

Which is a benefit of getting information from a government website?

The information can be trusted.

What is an anxiety disorder?

a blanket term that covers several forms of abnormal fears, worries, and phobias

What is a mood disorder?

a condition of extreme emotional changes that interfere with daily life

Which of the following would you describe as a public health issue?

a sudden outbreak of cholera

Jane was very upset when she discovered that her aunt was suffering from asthma. She now wants to help reduce air pollution in her area. Which action will best help her reach that goal?

ask that the people in the area minimize their use of air conditioners and heaters

Which of the following is the least realistic goal for attaining and maintaining mental and emotional health?

be sure I have a chance to do something fun every day

You attend a routine medical check up at a group practice. Before seeing a physician, you are required to fill out paperwork that describes your medical history. Which item is not part of your medical history?

habits of your peers

Which is a warning sign that someone needs the help of a mental health professional?

inability to sleep properly fo weeks.

Which of the following circumstances is most likely to lead to depression?

losing a loved one in an accident

Worrying too much about your appearance is a sign of which challenge to mental and emotional health?

low self-esteem

Which is an effect of short-term exposure to stress?

lower overall health

Which of the following is the most realistic goal for attaining and maintaining mental and emotional health?

maintain friendships with supportive and caring people

You have an important exam in a week's time and are very tense about it. What should you do to ease the stress?

plan to spend less time on less important things and spend some time studying each day

Lara has just had a sudden increase in her workload, which she can't handle. She is feeling very stressed. What can she do to reduce the stress?

prioritize her tasks and complete the important ones first

You've been chosen to present a speech at the upcoming school assembly. You're very nervous as this is your first time alone on stage. Which is the best strategy to reduce the stress?

rehearse the speech in front of a friend until you gain confidence

Which of the following is the best description of health protection?

the direct actions taken by health organizations to improve public health

Denzel's mom has asked him to organize the family's trash for disposal. Which of these items should he put with the hazardous waste?

used batteries

Your teacher returns a paper that shows a grade of "D" instead of the "B" you expected. When you see the grade, which stage of stress response will you be in?

ALARM