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Characteristics of addiction include A.increased control B.positive consequences C.denial D.high self esteem

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C.

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Benefits of quitting smoking include A.improved circulation B.oxygen levels return back to normal C. improved sense of smell D.all of the above

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D.

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Condoms protect against the transmission of A.HIV B.gonorrhea C.syphilis D.all of the above

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D.

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Which of the following statements regarding syphilis is NOT true A.the symptoms of syphilis are similar to those of other infections B.the incidence of syphilis increased 14% between 2005 and 2006 C.syphilis is transmitted via direct contact with sexual organs D.syphilis is an untreatable STI

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D.

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Of the choices below, the most important trait common to all successful relationships is A.a good communication B.social integration C.assertiveness D.acceptance of differneces

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A.

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Most people with chlamydia have A.itching and burning of the genitals B.fever and night sweats C.sores at the site of infection D.no symptoms

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D.

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Several days after engaging in unprotected sex, John begins to experience painful urination and a foamy yellow discharge. His symptoms suggest that he contracted A.trichomoniasis B. pubic lice C.gonorrhea D.herpes

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A.

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Sue is a 40 year old female who smokes, frequently uses tanning beds, and drinks 2-3 alcoholic beverages daily. Which of the following statements best indicates her cancer risks? A.she has increased risks for lung and breast cancers B.she has increased risks for breast, cervical, and lung cancers C.she has increased risk for breast, lung, and skin cancers D.she has increased risk for lung and skin cancers

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C.

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People without access to health care are more likely to A.wait to seek attention for serious symptoms B.have their children immunized C.obtain annual check-ups D.seek early prevention care

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A.

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During their 20's and 30's, most people reach their peak in A.strength B.cardiovascular function C.bone mass D.all of the above

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D.

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Knowing your body, paying attention to it's signals, and taking appropriate action to stop the progression of an illness or injury defines A.standard care B.medical follow-up C.consumerism D.self-care

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D.

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Tolerance to nicotine develops A.in approximately 6 months B.in approximately 6 weeks C.in approximately 1 year D.immediately

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D.

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Using a drug for a purpose for which it was not intended is known as A.drug abuse B.drug addiction C.drug misuse D.withdrawal

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C.

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The prodromal stage of herpes is characterized by ______ at the site of infection A.a white discharge B.blisters C.burning and tingling D.painful bleeding

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C.

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A fit and well lifestyle (quality of life), integrates exercise, nutrition, and... A.stress reduction B.healthy, successful relationships C.spiritual wellness D.all of the above

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D.

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Factors influencing environmental wellness include all of the following except A.health care reform B.climate changes C.pollution D.secondhand smoke

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A.

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Smoking contributes to heart disease by A.weakening tissues (heart, etc.) by oxygen deprivation B.contributing to platelet adhesiveness C.encouraging the build-up of fatty deposits in artery walls D.all of the above

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D.

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Most skin cancer deaths are caused by A.basal cells B.squamous cell carcinomas C.melanomas D.sacromas

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C.

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A non-cancerous mole is A.symmetrical B.varying in color C.larger than 6mm D.asymmetrical

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A.

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If a person quits smoking, their risk of heart disease decreases by 50% in approximately A.3 years B.5 years C.6 months D.1 year

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D.

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Ways to be proactive in your health care include all of the following except A.asking your doctor to explain problems and possible treatment options B.relying solely on your doctor for health care information C.knowing your family history D.when in doubt, seek a second opinion

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B.

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"Crabs" is another name for A.trichomoniasis B.hair lice C.pubic lice D.PID (pelvic inflammatory disease)

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C.

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A progressive decline in the maximum functional level of individual cells, organs, and organisms is known as A.atrophy B.oxidative stress C.fatigue D.aging

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D.

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Leukemias cause an increase in A.white blood cells B.red blood cells C.bone marrow D.connective tissue

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A.

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When a doctor recommends you undergo a medical test, you should consider asking: A.why is the test being ordered B.whether the procedure requires an overnight stay C.what are the side effects D.all of the above

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D.

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Stress can increase the risk of cancer by A.increasing stress hormones B.weakening immunity C.causing people to smoke D.increasing levels of estrogen

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B.

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HIV is transmitted via all of the following except A.semen B.blood C.vaginal secretions D.insect bites

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D.

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A drug which depresses the central nervous system is A.methamphetamine B.heroin C.GHB D.ecstasy

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B.

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Cervical cancer is caused by A.human immunovirus (HIV) B.estrogen exposure C.human pampiloma virus (HPV) D.hepatitis C

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C.

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In order to grow, a malignant tumor needs ___ and ___ A.capillaries, skin B.tissue, cells C.carcinogens, oxygen D.oxygen, nutrients

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D.

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New approaches to treating cancer focus on A.treating cancer as a genetic disease caused by a mutation B.changing the way a cell responds to radiation C.treating symptoms associated with cancer D.using chemicals to stop tumor growth

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A.

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Alcohol use become alcohol abuse when A.it interferes with work or school B.it entails any violation of the law C.it negatively affects social and family relationships D.all of theabove

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D.

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The idea that over time, an accumulation of damage from internal processes and environmental stress eventually wears the body out is known as A.diathesis-stress model B.cellular theory C.genetic mutation theory D.wear and tear theory

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D.

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Which of the following occurs as a result of alcohol's effects on the central nervous system? A.blood pressure increases B.respiration increases C.pulse rate decreases D.none of the above

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C.

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Addiction is defined as A.the inability to perceive that a behavior is self-destruction B.continued involvement with or use of a substance despite negative consequences C.involvement in activities in order to fit in D.engaging in behaviors that give a sense of pleasure

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B.

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A condition also known as fatty liver is also called A.alcoholic hepatitis B.cirrhosis C.osteoporosis D.congeners

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B.

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All of the following are potential warning signs of cancer except A.increased hunger or thirst B.a nagging cough or hoarseness C.change in bladder or bowel habits D.a sore that doesn't heal

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A

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______ cancer is most common for males between the ages of 20 and 34 A.lung B.testicular C.prostate D.rectal

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B.

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Cancer is localized and often treatable when it is in A.stage 3 B.stage 2 C.stage 4 D.stage 1

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D.

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Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding STI's? A.STI's can be transmitted from an infected mother to her infant B.the best way to avoid STI's is to look for physical signs on a partner before engaging is sexual activity C.untreated STI's can cause infertility D.there is no cure for viral STI's

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B.

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A tumor that is non-cancerous is A.malignant B.benign C.carcinogen D.metastasis

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B.

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Problems associated with long-term use of alcohol include A.increased cardiac output B.shrinkage in brain size and weight C.high blood pressure D.all of the above

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D.

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Prostate cancer is most common for males in which of the following age groups? A.under 18 B.18-34 C.35-50 D.over 50

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D.

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An STI (sexually transmitted infection) is a ____ infection A.microscopic B.microbial C.skin D.common

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B.

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Signs of aging include A.wrinkles B.memory loss C.enhanced hearing D.A and B

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D.

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Hepatitis B can be transmitted via all the following except A.sharing needles with an infected person B.the HSV-2 virus C.from an infected mother to a newborn D.sexual contact

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B.

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Factors that influence how quickly your body will absorb alcohol include all of the following except A.the amount of food in your intestines B.your mood when you drink C.the time of day you drink D.your metabolism

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C.

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Sidestream smoke contains more ____ than mainstream smoke A.ammonia B.tar C.carbon monoxide D.A and C

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D.

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All of the following STI's are bacterial infections except A.chlamydia B.gonorrhea C.syphilis D.genital warts

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D.

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Teens and young adults are likely to contract an STI because they are A.more likely to have multiple partners B.less likely to use condoms consistently C.less likely to practice "safer sex" consistently D.all of the above

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D.

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