HSC1100 – Flashcard
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hypertension
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term for high blood pressure
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cigarette smoking
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single most preventable cause of cancer death in the US
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malignant
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a tumor is considered cancerous
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ticks
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bacterial infection called lyme disease is spread by
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Type A
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personality type that has been linked to the development of heart disease
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testicular
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most common type of cancer among college-aged men
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chemotherapy
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type of cancer treatment that uses pwoerful drugs to interefere with the reproduction of cancer cells
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is not life threatening
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a tumor is benign
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heart disease
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myocardial infarction
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genetic predisposition
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not considered a controllabe risk factor for heart disease
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stroke
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blood supply to a portion of the brain is blocked
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metastasized
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cancer cells spread through the blood stream or lymphatic system have
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angina pectris
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temporary drop in the oxygen supply to the heart causing pain
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capillaries
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smallest blood vessels, which supply oxygen and nutrients to the cells of the tissues
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50%
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young people of college age account for about what percentage of new cases of STDs
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cut back on high fat foods
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blood cholesterol levels can most effectively be lowered by executing which of the following lifestyle changes
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optimism
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an inclination to expect the best possible outcome
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biofeedback would employ this technique
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electronic monitoring device to gain control over muscle tension and heart rate
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compulsive behaviors
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when determining risk factors for suicide, this would not be considered
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becoming aware of the behavior
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to change a negative behavior, the first step to take is:
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neuron
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basic working units of the brain
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closed spaces
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claustrophobia is the fear of
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action
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when a person is now practicing his/her new behavorial change, the person is said to be in this stage
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six months
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generalized anxiety disorder is an unrealistic apprehension that causes physical symptoms and lasts for more than
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death
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this event would not cause eustress
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understanding that the self should be the center of the universe
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an emotionally healthy person might exhibit characteristics except for:
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stressors
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things that upset or excite us are known as
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General Adaption Syndrome
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biological theory of stress developed by Hans Selye is known as
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mental health
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perceiving reality as it is, responding to its challenges, and developing rational strategies demonstrates
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distress
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negative effects of stress
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17%
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recent survey found that this percentage of college students never drink alcohol
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compulsion
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repetitive behavior performed according to certain rules
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mental stability
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this is not associated with intellectual health
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absence of disease or infirmity
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this does not describe wellness
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schizophrenia
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debilitating mental disorder that impairs an individuals sense of reality
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being suspicious of the motivations of others
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not a characteristic of mental health
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losing a family member after an extended illness
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this will not cause a posttraumatic stress disorder
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progressive relaxation
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to apply a relaxation technique that works by intentionally increasing and then decreasing tension in the muscles, you would
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visualization
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when you use a relaxation technique that involves creating mental pictures that calm you down and focus your mind, you are using
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eustress
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positive stress
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77.4 years
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Average life expectancy in the US is:
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autonomy
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individuals who are true to themselves and develop independence demonstrate this characteristic
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spiritual intelligence
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this translates into a capacity to sense, understand, and tap into the highest parts of ourselves, others, and the world around us
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psychiatrist
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therapist that is also a medical doctor allowed to prescribe medication
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self-actualization
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according to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, this would be achieved by individuals who function at the highest possible level
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a phobia
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an irrational, intense, and persistent fear of certain objects is known as
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major depression
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having feelings of emptiness, hopelessness and a sadness that does not end is distinguishing characteristic of:
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stress
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nonspecific response on the body to any demand that is made
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hostility
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trait relevant to the Type A personality most harmful
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homeostasis means that our body is
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in a stable and consistent physiological state
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social
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ability to develop satisfying interpersonal relationships is an example of this component of health
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an obsessive-compulsive disorder
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individual who feels the need to check and rechek repeatedly whether or not the stove was turned off is probably suffering from
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life expectancy
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african americans have higher rates than whites for all except this
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poverty
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health barriers for minorities are most significant because of
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fat
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source of energy that also serves as a carrier for certain vitamins
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4.6 pounds
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average weight gain for freshmen who do put on weight is:
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glucose
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basic fuel that our body needs is found in sugars known as
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botulism
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improper home canning is the most common cause of
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anaerobic
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when we do an activity that causes an oxygen deficit, this is known as what type of activity
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cardiorespiratory fitness
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ability of the heart to pump blood through the body efficiently
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25
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an individual is considered overweight if their body mass index is above
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the elderly
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cases of anorexia nervosa are increasing among groups except
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25 and 35
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in men and women, bone mass peaks between the ages of
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osteroporosis
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a condition in which bones lose their mineral density and become soft and more susceptible to injury is known as
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exercise slows matabolism
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not a true statement concerning exercise and weight control
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fat
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lean tissue in the body does not consist of this
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calorie
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foods produced without the use of chemicals at any stage are called
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binge eating
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rapidly consuming large quantities of food in a short time
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felxibility
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classify what the range of motion around specific joints refers to
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improved complexion
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not a benefit of exercise
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spinning
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type of cardiorespiratory exercise for the whole body that uses special stationary bikes is called:
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free radicals
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antioxidents help prevent damage to our cells caused by oxygen molecules that are formed by normal metabolic processes, molecules are also known as
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body composition shows
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amount of fat and lean tissue we have
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strength
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when a person is using maximum weight to push or lift in one effort they are developing:
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salmonella
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bacterium found mainly in undercooked meat, poultry, and eggs is called
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4
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each gram of carbohydrate supplies this many calories
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60%
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water makes up this percentage of the body
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reduce harmful effects caused by oxidation
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anti-oxidants do this:
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hunger
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physiological drive to consume food is known as
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warming up
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when you start any aerobic workout your first step should be
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protein
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basic frameowrk for muscles, bones, blood, hair, and fingernails is
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water soluble
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vitamins that are absorbed directly into the blood and then used up or washed out of the body are known as
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severe obesity
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life threatening condition in which body mass index is above 40
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60%
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in order to get most from your workout, the minimum target heart rate you should work at is:
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each fram of fat supplies this many calories
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walking
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if you have been sedentary and want to begin a running program your first step should be
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protein and fiber
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in order to stabilize blood glucose, you should incorporate
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anabolic steroids
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different drugs are abused by some people to increase muscle size or strength, an example of such a synthetic derivative would be
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4
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protein supplies how many calories per gram
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resting heart rate
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your pulse when you are lying or sitting down is
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chicken
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not a carbohydrate
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fat-soluble
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vitamins A,D,E, and K that are absorbed through the intestinal membrane and stored in the body are also called
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complex carbohydrate
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grains would eb classified as this type of nutrient
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small, frequent meals
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healtiest eating patter
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target heart rate
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in order to get the maximum benefit from cardiorespiratory training you should work within a range called:
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vegans
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pure vegetarians who eat only plant foods are known as
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endorphines
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exercise may boost the production of mood-elevating brain chemicals known as
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aerobic exercise
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we achieve cardiorespiratory fitness through
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aerobic activity
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increases oxygen consumption
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hypotension
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sedentary living does not increase the likelihood of
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complete
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proteins that provide nine essential amino acids are called
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loss of appetite
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anorexia comes from Latin meaning
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neural tube defects
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primary benefit of folic acid is that it helps prevent
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binge drinking
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when a man has more tha five drinks in a single seating, this is an example of
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8 seconds
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nicotine travels through the bloodstream to the brain in this amount of time
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motor vehicle crashes
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leading cause of death among college-age men and women is
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which brand of beer you drink
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all of the following are factors that might influence your blood alcohol concentration
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diabetes
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not associated with cigarette smoking
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you cannot become addicted to smokeless tobacco products
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not true about smokeless tobacco
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50%
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a bottle of 100-proof bourbon is what percent alcohol
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15 minutes
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how long does it take the alcohol in a typical drink to reach the bloodstream
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heart attack
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identify the leading cause of death for smokers
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weight
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not a risk factor for accidents
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huffing
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placing inhalants in a bag, putting the bag over the mouth and nose, and tkaing deep breaths describes
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carbon monoxide
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what is the deadly gas that is found both in burning cigarettes as well as in car exhaust called
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stimulates the brain
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what results when cocaine is used in the body
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50%
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percentage of all bicycle riders in the US wear bike helmets regularly
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methadone
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drug that is udes as an opiod substitute to help control cravings is called
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.40%
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blood alcohol level is considered deadly
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men age 19-29
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group is least likely to wear seat belts
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falls
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second leading cause of death from intentional injuries
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over the counter medicine
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when you buy medicine at a pharmacy wihtout a doctors prescription, you are buying
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marijuana
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most widely used illegal drug
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relief of pain
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conidtion where morphine is used most often for
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2 ounces of vodka
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not considered one drink
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to relax
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most common reason why people drink is
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orally
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when taking drugs, the msot common emthod is
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dopamine
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brain chemical associated with cocaine addiction
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ethanol
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type of alcohol found in alcoholic beverages
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obesity
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children who breathe environmental tobacco smoke are not at an increased risk of
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poisonings
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leading cause of death from unintentional injuries in the home
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mainstream smoke
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smoke that a smokers exhales
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mind-altering
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psychoactive
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liver
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main detoxifying organ in the body
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Rohypnol
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medication known as the date rape drug
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percentage of alcohol in the blood
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blood alcohol concentration
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African Americans
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ethnic group that has the greatest risk of victimization
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respiratory illness
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number one reason given by smokers for missing work more often than nonsmokers
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nicotine
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addictive compound present in tobacco
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improved coordination
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example does not fit as a possible sign of intoxication
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sidestream smoke
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type of smoke that is most harmful and reaches deeper into the lungs
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cocaine
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not an opioid
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tar
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dark, thick fluid that is produced as tobacco burns
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sidestream smoke
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smoke that is produced as a cigarette burns is
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stranger rape
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rape in which the rapist is an unknown assailant
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depressant
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alcohol slows down the brain and it is classfied as an
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drug misuse
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taking your roomates prescription for penicillin because you feel sick is an example of
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polyabuse
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abuse of several drugs
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