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Among the Pima Indians of Arizona, _____ of adults have type 2 diabetes.
a. one-tenth
b. one-quarter
c. one-third
d. one-half
An example of optimism would be to ____.
a. have expectations for a positive outcome
b. perceive negative experiences as the norm
c. blame others when things go wrong
d. see setbacks as permanent
Match the items below with the most appropriate descriptions.
a. precycling
b. ozone
c. hertz
d. decibels
e. global warming
f. PET
g. increased blood pressure
h. tinnitus
i. second hand smoke
j. teratogens
1) glaciers melting
2) chronic effect of pollution
3) smog air pollution
4) disposable water bottles
5) increased risk of stillbirth
6) loudness of sound
7) frequencies
8) products packaged in recycled materials
9) ringing in the ears
10) mutagens that cause birth defects
Proteins that provide all of the essential amino acids are called ____.
a. simple
b. complete
c. incomplete
d. complex
Which of the following is a type of influence that shapes our behaviors?
a. enabling factors
b. circumstantial factors
c. preventive factors
d. external factors
What is the procedure that identifies abnormal cells that may indicate cervical cancer?
a. LASIK procedure
b. PSA test
c. Pap smear
d. mammogram
Which of the following parameters describes what is considered a healthy blood
pressure reading?
a. systolic below 115, diastolic below 75
b. systolic 120"139, diastolic 80"89
c. systolic 140"159, diastolic 90"99
d. systolic above 160, diastolic above 100
Students who ____ are more likely to abuse prescription painkillers.
a. have higher GPAs
b. are enrolled at more competitive schools
c. live in dorms
d. are close to graduating
Foodborne infections cause an estimated ____ deaths in the United States each year.
a. 1000
b. 2500
c. 5000
d. 7500
Withdrawal refers to:
a. developing symptoms that cause psychological and physiological distress when an
individual reduces or stops drug use
b. maladaptive behavioral, psychological, and physiologic changes that occur as a result
of substance use
c. strong craving for a drug because it produces pleasurable feelings or relieves stress
and anxiety
d. needing larger and larger doses to achieve intoxication or another desired effect
What type of fat is formed when liquid vegetable oils are processed to become table
spreads?
a. omega-3 fats
b. simple fats
c. complex fats
d. trans fats
Which of the following best describes "wellness"?
a. A positive, optimistic outlook
b. A personally satisfying job
c. A decision to move towards optimal health
d. A life free of pain
Couples who choose to remain childfree are typically:
a. working class
b. less educated
c. recently married
d. urban
Americans get most of their complex carbohydrates from ____.
a. refined grains
b. legumes
c. vegetables
d. nuts
Which statement is true concerning living wills?
a. Living wills are least effective when they focus on goals and priorities.
b. Living wills are not considered legally binding.
c. Living wills provide instructions for the use or nonuse of life-sustaining procedures.
d. Living wills should be kept in a secure place like a safe deposit box.
Testicular cancer is most common between ages _____.
a. 5 and 17
b. 18 and 35
c. 36 and 65
d. 66 and 85
What type of rape is characterized by bondage, torture, or sexual abuse?
a. sadistic rape
b. anger rape
c. power rape
d. gang rape
Having consistent feelings of emptiness, hopelessness, and sadness are distinguishing
characteristics of which of the following?
a. anxiety
b. phobias
c. major depression
d. panic disorder
The instincts, behaviors, and attitudes associated with being sexual are referred to as:
a. sexuality
b. gender
c. sexual identity
d. gender identity
According to the textbook, an emotionally healthy person is characterized by the ability
to ____.
a. routinely ask for help
b. adapt to a variety of circumstances
c. use logical thought processes
d. understand that the self should be the center of the universe
According to a British study, which habit will increase longevity by 14 years?
a. drinking water
b. taking vitamins
c. regular exercise
d. meditation
Metabolic syndrome affects _____ Americans.
a. 1 in 20
b. 1 in 10
c. 1 in 4
d. 1 in 2
Zana is well-known to be willing to give to and do things for others with no thought of
benefit to herself. Zana is best described as ____.
a. altruistic
b. easily manipulated
c. low in self-esteem
d. engaging in displacement
When the blood supply to a portion of the brain is blocked, a ____ may occur.
a. stroke
b. blackout
c. heart attack
d. seizure
A synergistic drug interaction refers to:
a. one drug increasing the effect of another drug
b. the effect being equal to the sum of the effects of different drugs used in the entire
body
c. the general action in the body
d. the effect of two drugs taken together being greater than if taken separately
A psychological response to an out-of-the-ordinary stressor is one definition for ____.
a. psychosis
b. an adjustment disorder
c. distress
d. posttraumatic stress disorder
PID causes _______ of infertility cases each year.
a. 5% to 10%
b. 10% to 15%
c. 15% to 30%
d. 30% to 50%
College students ages 18 to 25:
a. are consistent and reliable condom users
b. have a higher risk of sexually transmitted infections than do older individuals
c. want schools to provide access to information about issues related to sexuality
d. report getting information about HIV/AIDS exclusively from their schools
Agreeable people ____.
a. get run over by pushy people
b. are hiding an aggressive streak
c. have more stress
d. have better job performance
The instrument used to spread the walls of the vagina during an exam is a:
a. lancet
b. hemocue
c. speculum
d. sphygmomanometer
Universities that have chosen to ban smoking from designated residence halls report:
a. increased retention of students
b. increased damage to the buildings
c. an increase in students moving off campus
d. less enforcement of marijuana policies
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons estimates the mortality rate for liposuction is
1 in ____ patients.
a. 500
b. 5,000
c. 50,000
d. 500,000
The neurotransmitter that is associated with feeling more alert is
a. acetylcholine
b. dopamine
c. phenol
d. adrenaline
The contraceptive implant prevents pregnancy for what length of time?
a. 5 months
b. 1 year
c. 3 years
d. 15 years
Going on a volunteer trip to serve the poor or less fortunate is an example of
____________________.
____________________ resemble threads and are extremely lethal.
____________________ is the ability to monitor and use emotions to guide thinking
and actions.
George has been diagnosed with syphilis and therefore, should be treated with
____________________ to cure his bacterial infection.
____________________ is mainly recommended for short-term relief of hot flashes
and night sweats.
More than 90 percent of our communication is ____________________.
The likelihood that a contraceptive will prevent pregnancy is its
____________________.
Infection of a woman's fallopian tubes or uterus is called ____________________.
Compare and contrast the symptoms and features of three types of anxiety disorder.
Being open to new ideas and life experiences is considered to be a healthy enhancement
to one's ____________________ health.
Explain the difference between the two types of strokes and identify five risk factors for
stroke.
A(n) ____________________ is any substance other than food that affects bodily
functions and structures when taken into the body.
____________________ love is a deep emotional bond in a relationship that may have
had romantic components.
According to federal law, the maximum exposure allowed on the job is
___________________decibels for an 8 hour period.
____________________ are recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of various
health problems based on evidence from scientific research
