Health 250 Quiz Questions

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Factors such as income level, available health care services, and literacy are examples of social determinants of health.

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The Stages of Change Model of health behavior change emphasizes that

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The aspect of personal health that is most within your control is

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The theory that people look for someone who fills our emotional needs as well as our need for security, money, and goods is known as the ______ theory.

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Married people tend to live longer than single or divorced people do.

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Having strong personal relationships improves health and self-esteem.

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"Masculine" and "Feminine" traits are

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In general, what can American ethnic minority populations expect concerning their health, as compared to the general population?

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One of the most consistent findings is that spiritually involved persons stay healthier and live longer.

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Social support can help protect you from illness.

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Which of the following is most strongly associated with better mental health?

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The highest level of Maslow's needs hierarchy is characterized by

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The brain is fully developed by the time a child reaches puberty.

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Jenna sometimes "shops till she drops", meaning she shops on an exhilarating high until she crashes into a major depressive episode. Jenna's behavior is most common to which disorder?

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The body can no longer keep up with the demands of the stressor in the ________ stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome.

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A person suffering from depression commonly experiences

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Studies indicate that antidepressants can increase risk of suicidal thoughts in young adults.

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__________ are positive thoughts that one can write down or say to oneself to balance negative thoughts.

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The symptoms of schizophrenia most commonly manifest themselves in childhood.

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Water regulates body temperature and carries waste products out of the body.

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Which of the following statements is true of energy drinks?

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The most common symptoms of food poisoning are

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Molly often awakes snorting and gasping for air in the middle of the night. Molly most likely has what sleep disorder?

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Which of the following is NOT one of the eight foods most responsible for food allergies?

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Adults who sleep less than 7 hours a night are at higher risk for obesity than those who sleep 7 to 8 hours.

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The fatty acids now considered most hazardous to health are the

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Most of the carbohydrates and other nutrients we need come from grains, seeds, fruits, and vegetables.

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A sudden increase in daily fiber, for example from 10kg to 30kg, may cause bloating, gas, and other problems, so increases should be made gradually.

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Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are both classified as psychiatric disorders.

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Which of the following statements about body fat percentages is true?

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Of the following, the greatest influence on the growth of weight problems in America is

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What condition carries the highest death rate of all psychiatric diagnoses?

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A sedentary lifestyle has been associated with 25-30% of deaths from the leading chronic diseases, including cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity.

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All of the following are standards used for diagnosing anorexia nervosa EXCEPT

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Chronic stress can increase the amount of fat that is deposited in the abdomen.

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Stretching is very important in preventing injuries, reducing muscle tension, and promoting flexibility. Which of the following is NOT one of the popular stretching techniques for exercise?

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For a person who is trying to lose weight, a weight loss of ______ pounds per week is a healthy goal.

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Physical activity has been shown to have little influence on mood.

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Most drugs are taken

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Which of the following statements regarding alcohol use in the United States is true?

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Average number of attempts required for successful smoking cessation is

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Which drugs have effects similar to the response evoked during the fight-or-flight reaction?

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Withdrawal symptoms that occur when you try to quit smoking typically include all of the following EXCEPT

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Your friend was arrested for drunk driving; police said they had smelled alcohol on his breath. How is this possible?

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College binge drinkers are more likely to meet the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders criteria for alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence 10 years after college.

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The effects of drugs are influenced by the characteristics of the situation or environment where the drug was taken.

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No drug treatment program is appropriate for everyone; services should be matched to an individual's needs.

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Which type of drug can be obtained from common household objects and causes widespread and long-lasting brain damage in chronic users?

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Which of the following statements about antibiotic resistance in bacteria is FALSE?

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Mandy has been taking her temperature every morning with an accurate basal body thermometer. Mandy is likely using which type of contraception

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In an uncomplicated pregnancy, most women can maintain their usual level of exercise.

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Which hormone is principally responsible for sex drive in women?

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Barrier methods of contraception include all of the following EXCEPT

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Diabetes can affect erectile dysfunction in men.

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When B cells encounter a specific antigen, they mature to become cells that produce antibodies for that antigen.

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Of the following, a major concern about sexting is

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Fredrico has painful sores on his penis. Which sexually transmitted infection does Fredrico most likely have?

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Vaccination exposes the body to antigens from infectious agents so that if a person is exposed to the real organism, he or she will be less likely to develop serious disease.

All of the questions from all of the quizzes (except the questions on the special topics).

Health 250 Quiz Questions

Health 250 Quiz Questions

Factors such as income level, available health care services, and literacy are examples of social determinants of health.

The Stages of Change Model of health behavior change emphasizes that

The aspect of personal health that is most within your control is

The theory that people look for someone who fills our emotional needs as well as our need for security, money, and goods is known as the ______ theory.

Married people tend to live longer than single or divorced people do.

Having strong personal relationships improves health and self-esteem.

"Masculine" and "Feminine" traits are

In general, what can American ethnic minority populations expect concerning their health, as compared to the general population?

One of the most consistent findings is that spiritually involved persons stay healthier and live longer.

Social support can help protect you from illness.

Which of the following is most strongly associated with better mental health?

The highest level of Maslow's needs hierarchy is characterized by

The brain is fully developed by the time a child reaches puberty.

Jenna sometimes "shops till she drops", meaning she shops on an exhilarating high until she crashes into a major depressive episode. Jenna's behavior is most common to which disorder?

The body can no longer keep up with the demands of the stressor in the ________ stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome.

A person suffering from depression commonly experiences

Studies indicate that antidepressants can increase risk of suicidal thoughts in young adults.

__________ are positive thoughts that one can write down or say to oneself to balance negative thoughts.

The symptoms of schizophrenia most commonly manifest themselves in childhood.