Health Final Exam Study Guide – Flashcards
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Define anxiety
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An emotional state of high energy that causes a stress response (example: fear) It is normal to be anxious some of the time.
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Define abstinence
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Refraining completly from sexual relations with other people. This is safest most effective method of birth control.
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What is nicotine?
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the addicitve quality in tobacco
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What is a menstrual cycle?
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the cyclic ripening of an ovum and the preparation of the uterus for pregnancy, usually 28 days
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Define self-actualization
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the realization of one's full potential
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Define schizophrenia
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a severe mental disorder that causes people to lose touch with reality
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Define post traumatic stress disorder
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a serious stress reactions in repsonse to a terrifying event (after the event is over)
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Define addiction
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a physical or pychological dependence (need) for a particular substance, habit, or behavior
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Define Calorie.
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unit used to measure energy
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Define basal energy
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the total of all the energy needed to support the chemical activities of the cells and to sustain life
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Define mature love
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...a strong affection for, deep attachment to, a person whose character the partner knows well
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Define infatuation
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...the state of being completly carried away by unreasoning passion or attraction (compared to addictive love)
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What is intimacy?
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Something that builds slowly as 2 people become close
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What is the male hormone called?
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...testosterone
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What is the female hormone called?
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...estrogen
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Define zygote
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...the product of the union of the ovum and sperm, so termed for 2 weeks after conception
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What is fetal alcohol sydrome?
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...a cluster of birth defects including permanent mental and physical retardation and facial abnormalities seen in children born to mothers who abuse alcohol during pregnancy
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Define colostrum
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...a substance rich in antibiotics that protects the infant against diseases
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Define sexuality
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...the quality of being sexual
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Define monogamous
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...having sexual relations with one partner only, excluding all others
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Define tubal ligation
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...surgical cutting and sealing off of the fallopian tubes to sterilize a female
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How many categories or schedules of drugs are there?
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5
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What is a side effect of marijuana use?
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Youth who use marijuana are 4 times more likely than non-user to engage in violence.
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What are the advantages of breastfeeding?
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colostrum ( ...a substance rich in antibiotics that protects the infant against diseases)
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How many nutrient classes are there?
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3
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What is the final stage of labor?
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placental
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What are the physical signs of stress?
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pounding heart, dryness of throat and mouth, blushing, frequent urination, trembling
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What is weight control?
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learning to control your behavior
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What are the benefits of physical activity?
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Can lift your mood and improve your attitude
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What organ controls your sexual response?
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brain
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What are the psychological signs of stress?
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depression
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What % of your body is water?
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95%
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What are social drinking guidelines for people 21 years old or older?
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1 drink per hour, 2 drinks daily, 9 drinks for women and 14 drinks for men in a week (keep in mind daily guidelines)
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What is positive self-talk?
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Saying postive message to encourage yourself example: 'I can do this!'
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Is obesity a disease?
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Yes, because it increases so many health risks.
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What is a result of taking the pill while pregnant?
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Birth defects in the baby
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What do Erikson's 8 stages of life include?
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infancy, toddler stage, and young adult
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When do people develop thier identities and their ability to reason?
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During the teen years
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What is Maslow's highest stage of development?
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self-actualization
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Why are the testicles located outside of the body?
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to regulate temperature
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What category does potato fit in?
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Starch
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How many times more likely are you to develop alcholism if you biologic parent or grandparent had alcholoism?
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4
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What doe excess (too much) fat increase the risk of?
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heart disease, breast cancer, and breathing problems
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What do basal energy needs fuel?
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beating of the heart
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How many calories to do burn justing sitting still and doing nothing, if your total energy needs are 2,000 calories/day?
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1200-1400
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How can you increase your basal energy output?
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by exercing regularly
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What characterizes mature love?
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each partner bring out the best in the other
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What hormone are sperm cells stimulated by?
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testosterone
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What should a pregnant women eat?
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foods high in nutrients, but low in calories
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Where does fetal alchol sydrome damage the baby?
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brain
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What is sexulality?
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Part of your total personality from birth. It affects the way you walk, think, and feel. Affects the way you talk to and touch others.
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What is a part of your sexuality?
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Your thoughts, feelings, and values.
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What are people who are attracted to the opposite sex called?
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heterosexual
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What are people whoare attracted to people of the same sex called?
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homosexual
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What is the withdrawl method known as?
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Coitus interruptus
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What is an example of hormonal contraception?
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vaginal ring
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What do individuals in Phase 2 of alcohol and drug use do?
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engage in high risk choices
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How many chemicals does marijuana contain?
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400!
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Why do people continue to smoke when they know it's bad for them?
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They are addicted to nicotine.
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What foods can you eat on a weight loss diet?
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Any food, as long as you don't eat too much of it
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Which is more important - preserving a mature relationship or preserving your self-esteem?
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Preserving your self-esteem
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Can a person who was previously sexually active choose abstinence in the future?
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yes
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Which is more effective - condoms combined with spermicide or oral contraceptives?
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Oral contraceptives
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What is a positive function of a peer group?
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to bridge the gap between dependence and independence
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What is a characteristic of someone with high self-esteem?
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they have fewer emotional problems
