Health Cumulative Exam Review

Regulating medications is important because improper use of medications can be harmful.

How can an individual benefit from participating in the recommended amount of physical activity? A. decreased risk of developing certain diseases B. decreased ability to manage stress C. increased ability to go without sleep D. increased chances of developing hypertension

It's important to consider all possible consequences as we make decisions daily.

A person who yells at his child and constantly blames him for everything that doesn't go well in the family is committing which of the following acts of violence? A. domestic violence B. hazing C. gang violence D. none of the above

People's perceptions of their own bodies is often quite different than how others perceive them.

Conflicts may arise in friendships, but good communication can help friends resolve their issues.

Thirty percent of all cancer deaths are caused by __________. A. high-fat diets B. sun exposure C. smoking D. sexually transmitted infections

The US Dietary Guidelines are published every ten years.

Which of the following is likely to be least beneficial to an alcoholic? A. family therapy B. a 12-step program C. group therapy D. simple treatment options

Which of the following BEST defines what a provider referral is? A. An infected person notifies past sexual partners about their STI. B. A testing facility notifies past sexual partners about an infected person's STI. C. A testing facility requires an infected person to contact past sexual partners within 24 hours. D. A testing facility provides forms for an infected person to fill out and mail to past sexual partners.

The daily value of protein is not listed on nutritional labels because __________. A. you can't consume too much protein B. most Americans eat enough protein C. protein isn't a macronutrient D. protein isn't as important as fat

Which of the following is NOT an existing law, policy, or practice enacted with regard to tobacco use? A. increased taxes on tobacco products B. increased prices of tobacco products C. warning labels on tobacco products D. banning the sale of tobacco products

A common theme in the treatment of mental health disorders is a strong support system of family and friends.

What is the most likely reason that some states have enacted laws banning or limiting the use of tobacco? A. They are interested in having a healthy and prosperous society. B. They want to limit the rights of smokers. C. They are concerned about the effect smoking has on air quality. D. They want to limit adolescents' exposure to seeing adults smoke.

Which statement BEST describes the negative effects that sexual activity can have on teens? A. Teens can damage their reputation. B. 4 million US teens contract STIs each year. C. 750,000 teens get pregnant each year. D. all of the above

Eating nutritious food, getting enough sleep, and exercising regularly will help the endocrine system function properly.

Proper nutrition improves a person's mental alertness.

Coping with the stress that loss often brings is more effective when you have a strong support system.

Which of the following is the WORST option for a teenager who does NOT want to have sex? A. insisting on stopping B. leaving the situation C. giving in to pressure D. explaining reasons for not wanting to proceed

If you were an emergency room doctor and an accident patient needed a blood transfusion, which test would you need to do first? A. blood type determination B. metabolic panel C. urinalysis D. complete blood count

A fire extinguisher is useless in an emergency unless the person can use it.

A person who suffers from arthritis and has difficulty playing the piano is considered to have which of the following? A. impairment B. vision disability C. participation restriction D. activity limitation

Having an individual lie down and elevate his or her legs after breaking a bone is intended to __________. A. immobilize the area B. stop bleeding C. prevent shock D. speed healing

Children with fetal alcohol syndrome face numerous alcohol-related birth defects, such as mental difficulties, but rarely have problems with self-control or language outbursts.

People can reduce the number of conflicts in which they are involved if they learn how to identify the causes of conflict.