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Carl's biggest health risk from his current pattern of drug use is

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Respiratory depression

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Which drug is mostly associated with flashbacks

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LSD

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All of the following are signs that a persons life may be centered on drugs, EXCEPT

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increased social activity

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Small doses of amphetamines result in all of the following, EXCEPT

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improved complex motor skills

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Ice is an

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amphetamine

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Which of the following statements is false regarding drugs and crime?

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people under the influence of drugs are less likely to commit violent crimes than people who do not use drugs

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Consequences of heavy marijuana use may include all of the following, EXCEPT

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increased progesterone levels

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All of the following are depressants, EXCEPT

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methedrine

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Bill has just taken ephedrine. He can expect

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all of these choices

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Caffeine use

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counters fatigue

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The term used by the American psychiatric association to refer to what is commonly called addiction is

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substance dependence

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According to the text, the best solution to drug abuse is

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prevention

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The ___ is the physical and social environment surrounding an individuals drug use

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setting

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The most widely used illegal drug in the United States is

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marijuana

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For someone to be diagnosed as drug dependent according to the American psychiatric association criteria, how many clusters of symptoms must they demonstrate in a one year timeframe

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5

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Carl is showing signs of

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alcohol tolerance

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Which of the following is NOT a CNS stimulant

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alcohol

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What is the estimated annual cost of illegal drug use in the united states

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500billion

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Which of the following could marijuana possible be used to treat

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side effects of chemotherapy

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Amphetamines can do all of the following, EXCEPT

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improve complex thinking

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Sudden death from cocaine may result from of all of the following, EXCEPT

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depressed central nervous system

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In terms of drug use, setting means the

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social environment

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Which of the following would not be considered a psychoactive drug

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aspirin

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The time action function Is the relationship between

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when a drug is taken and the intensity of its effect

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Which of the following drugs is an opioid

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codeine

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Which of the following best describes the phenomenon known as state dependence

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information learned in a drug induced state is difficult to recall when not under the influence of the drug

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When tomas does not drink alcohol, he has tremors and shakes. He is experiencing

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withdrawal

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Which characteristic of addictive behavior indicates that an individual needs more and more of a particular substance

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escalation

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A psychological risk factor for drug dependence is

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difficulty controlling impulses

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Which of the following is not a risk factor for experimenting with drugs

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being an independent thinker

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One reason that females usually become intoxicated more quickly than males because

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the stomach enzyme that metabolizes alcohol is less active in women than in men

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Among college students , frequent binge drinkers are ___ times more likely to engage in unplanned sexual activity, drive after drinking, or get injured than non binge drinkers

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3-7

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Which of the following is an effect of environmental tobacco smoke

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all of these choiced

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Even though Rodney has not successfully quit smoking in the past, he would like to quit before he and lisa get married. All of the following strategies might help him quit, EXCEPT

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substituting spit tobacco for cigarettes

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Which of the following is associated with cirrhosis

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replacement of liver cells with scar tissue

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Initial effects of low concentrations of alcohol include all of the following, EXCEPT

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sleepiness

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What percentage of pregnant women are binge drinkers during their pregnancy

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10 percent

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A component of tobacco smoke that seriously limits the body's ability to use oxygen is

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carbon monoxide

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Which of the following is the most accurate description of the safe limit of alcohol consumption during pregnancy

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one drink per week during the first trimester

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People who quit smoking suddenly may have all of the following symptoms. EXCEPT

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increased attentiveness

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Which of the following statements is true concerning alcohol use

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Health benefits from alcohol are negated by heavy

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The main site of alcohol metabolism is in the

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liver

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Cardiovascular benefits from moderate alcohol consumption may be due

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increased levels of HDL cholesterol

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Which of the following statements is FLASE

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nicotine is considered a powerful depressant

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A 20 proof beverage is ___ percent alcohol

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40

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On average, a regular user of tobacco can go how long between dosages of nicotine

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no more than 40 minutes

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Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding coronary heart disease and smoking

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smokers have a death rate from CHD that is 25 percent higher than non smokers

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Which of the following statements about alcohol related pancreatitis is TRUE

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Jaundice is an early sign of pancreatitis

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Which of the following lingers in the bloodstream for 5 hours after exposure to environmental tobacco smoke

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carbon monoxide

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At what blood alcohol concentration is pain perception significantly impaired

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0.15-0.30 percent

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The effects of fetal alcohol syndrome are

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both physical and mental impairments

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Lynette has quit smoking. She can expect all of the following changes to occur, EXCEPT

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a lack of improvement in circulation

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Negative consequences associated with binge drinking include

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all of the above choices

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A heart attack is also called

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a myocardial infarction

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What would be the estimated blood alcohol concentration for a person who is experiencing emotional instability with exaggerated feelings and behavior

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0.05-0.10 percent

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What role does ammonia play in cigarettes

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it boosts the amount of nicotine they deliver

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Which of the following is not a major form of spit tobacco

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cloves

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What are the estimated hours required to metabolize a BAC of .05 percent

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4-6 hours

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Respiratory cilia

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keep air passages free of dust and soot

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Which of the following would probably not be a sign of impending alcohol abuse

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drinking moderate amounts with most evening meals

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Jonas is having severe chest pains with shortness of breath that has not subsided within the last ten minutes. He should

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have someone take him to the nearest emergency room

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Western medicine traditionally relies on the use of ___ to treat and cure diseases

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pharmaceuticals

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You should always consult with a doctor before taking an over the counter medication if you

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are pregnant

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The most commonly used form of manual healing is

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chiropractic

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Biofield therapies are based around energy fields thought to originate from the

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body of the patient

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Which of the following types of health insurance requires a primary care physician

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health maintenance organization

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Which of the following Is not a purpose or condition for which consumers are likely to turn to complementary and alternative medicine

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bone fractures

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Which of the following is a guideline for sale self medication

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when buying a medication for the first time, buy the brand name version

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Reiki is an example of which of the following domains of complementary and alternative medicine practice

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energy therapy

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Which of the following describes the process of drug development

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it may take 12 years or more

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Which of the following is true of managed care plans

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they restrict which physicians patients may use

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What over the counter medication should you not give to children with flu like symptoms

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aspirin

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Which of the following best describes symptoms you should check with a physician about

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recurrent

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Which of the following is a product of Western medicines belief that illness is caused by outside factors

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the scientific method

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A government health insurance program for americans over age 65 is

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medicare

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Which of the following best describes generic drugs

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they generally cost much less brand name drugs

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Why should consumers exercise caution when choosing a CAM therapy

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not all CAM practices have been scientifically evaluated for safety

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In traditional Chinese medicine, the life force contained in all living things is called

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qi

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Which of the following herbals may have severe interactions with nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drugs or anticoagulants

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ginkgo

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Fatima has had a cough for several weeks. Which of the following is likely to be Fatima best option for addressing this symptom

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calling her physician

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Western researchers might explain the effects of acupuncture as being the result of

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releasing hormone and neurotransmitters

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Which of the following describes data based on evidence gathered by the senses and via systematic observations

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empirical

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Which of the following best describes homeopathy

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its remedies have not been shown to have serious adverse effects

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The purpose of bioelectromagnetic based therapies is to help patients

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manage pain

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The CAM therapy that involves the use of highly diluted extracts is

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homeopathy

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Marc has had a fever for two days. Which of the following is likely to be marcs best option for addressing this symptom

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treating the illness himself

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If cara consults a physician based on her insurance plan she should contact

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the primary care physician assigned by her health maintenance organization

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Which of the following is a sign that an online pharmacy may not be safe to purchase medication from

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it sells medications that have not been approved by the fda

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Which of the following describes the state of health care in the united states

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as many as 50 million Americans to not have health insurance

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Which of the following is listed first on an fda drug label

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active ingredients

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The most common form of elder abuse is

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financial exploitation

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Which of the following is a societal risk factor for interpersonal violence

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availability of firearms

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Which of the following is a strategy for preventing fire injuries

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take short, shallow breaths, preferably through a wet cloth

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Which of the following is a way to reduce the risk of motorcycle and motorized scooter injuries

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choose a helmet with a faceshield

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Which of the following is not one of the four major classes of unintentional injuries

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private

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The most common motivating bias in hate crimes is

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ethnicity

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Which of the following is an effective way to avoid being stalked on the internet

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using a fake name in a chat room

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Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death of americans

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under age 45

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Marias best friend was raped just hours ago. what advice should maria give her

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write down everything you remember and call the police

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Which of the following statements best describes air bags

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They come standard on all new vehicles

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What government entity deals with sexual harassment complaints

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equal employment opportunity commision

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Which of the following is a safe cycling strategy

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using lights and reflectors, especially at night or in dark areas

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Which of the following is not a recommendation for safe lifting

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bend at the waist

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Which of the following is the best strategy for avoiding data range drugs

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getting a new drink after leaving the old one unattended

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Firearms are used in ___ % of workplace homicides

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more than 80

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The Heimlich maneuver helps to

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clear the airway

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Women ages ___ have higher rates of nonfatal injuries than men in the same age range

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75-84

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Which of the following is the only type of automobile crash in which front air bags provide substantial protection

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Head on collision

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The use of electronic communications to repeatedly harass or threaten another person is known as

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cyberstalking

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Salome thinks she is being sexually harassed at work. She should

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confront the harasser in person

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Which of the following is not a factor that contributes to date rape

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androgynous view of sexually

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Which of the following is the most likely explanation for the colleges low incidence of reported date rape

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most cases of date rape are not reported

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Which of the following is a benefit of safety belt use

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prevention of being thrown from the car

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Prevents who abuse their children tend to

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believe in physical forms of punishment

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Which of the following is not a strategy for preventing motor vehicular injuries

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avoiding interstate highways

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The recommended minimum age for front seat passengers in vehicles with air bags is

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13 years

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What percentage of schools report no incidents of serious violence

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90%

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Which of the following is the first step in providing emergency care

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Check to see if the situation is safe for you and the injured person

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Which of the following workers is most likely to suffer a work related injury

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laborer

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Which of the following substances has the least potential to impair driving

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vitamin supplements

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